Americana

Cafe Du Monde Beignets and Cafe Au Lait

Cafe Du Monde

Each time we travel to New Orleans, a visit (or several!) to Cafe Du Monde is high on the list. Dave and I went to college in New Orleans at Tulane, and I’ve probably eaten my…

Murphin Ridge Inn

Romantic Getaway at Murphin Ridge Inn

It’s hard to believe, but Dave and I have been married 19 years! And to celebrate our anniversary, we spent a fabulous weekend romantic getaway at the unforgettable Murphin Ridge Inn in West Union, Ohio.  If you…

Serpent Mound

Serpent Mound – A Mystery in Adams County

About 75 miles east of Cincinnati in Adams County lies the mysterious Serpent Mound National Historic Landmark. Serpent Mound is a giant 1,300 foot long serpent shaped mound built by Native Americans. Because it was built…

Miller's Amish Market

Miller’s Amish Market

Just about an hour drive, Miller’s Amish Market in West Union is a wonderful place to visit on a day trip from Cincinnati. Dave and I spent a relaxing weekend at the fabulous Murphin Ridge Inn…

Skiing Powder Mountain Utah

Skiing Powder Mountain

Sophie and Dave ditched a few days of school and work last week to head out to Utah and had a blast skiing Powder Mountain. With 4 kids, time alone with each one is a precious…