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Unexpected snow days are the best! I am always as excited as my daughter is when we get "the call" from our school district to let us know about poor road conditions. Our first question is always, "What should we do? Go sled riding? Take a walk in the woods? Catch up on missed t.v. shows, or maybe watch a movie that has been sitting on the shelf?</div>
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We were lucky today in that road conditions improved before lunch time and we were able to scale down our steep driveway and have a lunch date. </div>
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With each passing birthday, I revel in the time that I get to spend one-on-one with the kid. All too soon will come the day when she is college bound and, well, I don't even want to consider the rest! Not yet... </div>
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We decided to lunch at one of our favorite spots-Mountaineer Racetrack. With four restaurants and dining options for every family's budget, we love to take the 10-minute drive and grab a quick meal or dress up and dine extravagantly on special occasions. </div>
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With full bellies and smiles on our faces, we headed home to finish out the day by baking and playing Wii. Yep, even I've been known to strap a controller to my wrist and bowl!.</div>
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What inspires you? Is it the crisp, autumn days? Could it be a song on the radio? What about the perfect shade on a color swatch? </div>
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They inspire me to do my best. They inspire me to be healthy and stay healthy. They inspire me to smile. </div>
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Have you ever visited Walt Disney World on a holiday? We did this past Halloween and loved it! With low crowds, hotel discounts, and free dining, we had one of the best visits yet!</div>
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Walt Disney World has elaborately themed parties during Halloween we were lucky enough to attend Mickey's Not So Scary Halloween Party on October 29th. </div>
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Sometimes when my family and I travel I simply stand still and think of how lucky I am. I have the perfect (for me!) family and a wonderful life. As sappy as that may sound, it's true. We are able to visit places in The United States and Canada and take in the rich history and beauty of each spot. In October, our trip to St. Simons blew me away! With its unparalleled beauty and amazing back story I fell in love with the island and its inhabitants.</div>
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Every <i>F</i>riday a teeny town called Rogers hosts hundreds of vendors selling everything from live poultry to potted plants.</div><div><br></div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhuodHWKTO65jxU5mH5cQcYfx911pYacKHAH1ezneYtD7dg3MppecCOH5XBR47vzE8CeiFJo9iDhnK9vvZ2hQLA8MVnbHKetGMUMCxrhghGjbx5Qd8C33EcWbXCB0l165gzHj-PG8PmRe0/s640/blogger-image--740092700.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhuodHWKTO65jxU5mH5cQcYfx911pYacKHAH1ezneYtD7dg3MppecCOH5XBR47vzE8CeiFJo9iDhnK9vvZ2hQLA8MVnbHKetGMUMCxrhghGjbx5Qd8C33EcWbXCB0l165gzHj-PG8PmRe0/s640/blogger-image--740092700.jpg"></a></div><br></div><div>Local farmers are also on site with the freshest produce you can find. This is the main reason I visit. 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Our home team, the Potters, had their first home game of this season! Our town comes out in full force, decked out in Potter Blue and White!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgBRgBZfzVblEvBukVcmtJkVGtTQOtxAR_oMQjhbtyqyF7FX6-RQNMDdo7st1nf3SuvLLU07jcfK8jTv3F4EWXqdxwZpVd89sgGLNIpETT1EUqmX6WovSdiQgvdqhzYqYBELI2jz5jT94g/s640/blogger-image-323206975.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgBRgBZfzVblEvBukVcmtJkVGtTQOtxAR_oMQjhbtyqyF7FX6-RQNMDdo7st1nf3SuvLLU07jcfK8jTv3F4EWXqdxwZpVd89sgGLNIpETT1EUqmX6WovSdiQgvdqhzYqYBELI2jz5jT94g/s640/blogger-image-323206975.jpg"></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">The kid loves dressing silly at the <i>F</i>irst game of the season, as do many of the other school-aged children.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg3CG9DtZrcUqaQSMc2qdYOEWn_EATDpr2Gf4jIbwV259fOOVkEpXREZdO1o6sv3ceqKBcrPADbpqejzwK00au2MJz17JeDZSmF6QixgIzj-jFDuWswKpR0bqlrqGX5OigzLm8dEaLzXps/s640/blogger-image-1578291928.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg3CG9DtZrcUqaQSMc2qdYOEWn_EATDpr2Gf4jIbwV259fOOVkEpXREZdO1o6sv3ceqKBcrPADbpqejzwK00au2MJz17JeDZSmF6QixgIzj-jFDuWswKpR0bqlrqGX5OigzLm8dEaLzXps/s640/blogger-image-1578291928.jpg"></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi9EmPNs0Qw7IvztdwEjYuqQ2Mvwty5KP4QiRrAkLnqGWxndn0Xa0yeaL31kxkO-GcCBsXZlY35zUxqRT5x-DnF3La1FSdrJCyYS3-8DuDTxIVcgoODtC-swrHG6ip-qXIdRE5BUmW3CxY/s640/blogger-image-890318164.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi9EmPNs0Qw7IvztdwEjYuqQ2Mvwty5KP4QiRrAkLnqGWxndn0Xa0yeaL31kxkO-GcCBsXZlY35zUxqRT5x-DnF3La1FSdrJCyYS3-8DuDTxIVcgoODtC-swrHG6ip-qXIdRE5BUmW3CxY/s640/blogger-image-890318164.jpg"></a></div><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">I have to say that I really don't know a ton about football but happily support our high school and its athletes. 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To me, it really doesn't matter. To see our tiny community come together to support its students, athletes, and musicians makes us winners no matter what. </div><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><br></div><br></div><br></div><br></div>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03278337596425620979noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1443681980006205301.post-18683080844536900922013-07-29T13:01:00.001-07:002013-07-29T13:03:55.912-07:00Toronto Week on Trekaroo!<p class="s4" style="margin-top: 0px; margin-bottom: 13px; "><span style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto;">A family travel site near and dear to my heart is featuring a Canadian city this week that's near and dear to my heart- Toronto! With so many family-friendly activities and places, Toronto is a must see city for travelers in Canada! 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Trey, our youngest kitty, is aptly named because she is the third black cat that we own. She is another rescue and was found in the middle of the street near my parent's home. When we found her she was dirty, extremely skinny, and in pain. A too-small collar around her neck was digging into the skin causing the hair in the area to be worn off and sores from the constriction. Sadly, the previous owners simply left their residence and she was left behind. After months of care she is now happy, healthy- and lazy!</div>
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For the past several summers we have had the pleasure of butterfly visits in our yard each night after dinner. The same species of butterfly comes to play with us. I know this sounds odd, so let me explain. When I say "play" I truly mean it. These butterflies are very friendly and will land on our face and body. Many times we are able to gently touch them. They will chase the washers we throw into our washer pits. They circle around our heads, playfully teasing and taunting. </div>
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The area is filled with eclectic and ethnic grandeur and natives as well as visitors to the city delight in just that. <div><br></div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj5WnDdwLHRp21jCY3wcOHAg2k6HhxuRS0lGTeH1AKhxoueVLjNpsGiS6jhDKYbqM3hgBfaiBSz8lFMyuR4Simy3NlweknBGarpGuQE1co9ZHAW6B0i9xBKmawSFYuft2CyPS7is3U6w3M/s640/blogger-image--1529421903.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj5WnDdwLHRp21jCY3wcOHAg2k6HhxuRS0lGTeH1AKhxoueVLjNpsGiS6jhDKYbqM3hgBfaiBSz8lFMyuR4Simy3NlweknBGarpGuQE1co9ZHAW6B0i9xBKmawSFYuft2CyPS7is3U6w3M/s640/blogger-image--1529421903.jpg"></a></div>The Kid standing on the corner of Smallman ST. in The Strip. 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Chester City Park in Chester, WV, is my family's annual Fourth of July fireworks spot. Just across the river from Ohio, Chester Park is a pretty little park, spanning 4 acres, and their fireworks display never disappoints. Here are a few pics we took on my iPhone while we listened to The Clarks and sipped slushies.</div>
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Our tour guide put a few things into perspective for me during the Independence Hall tour. She said the men who sat in Independence Hall suffered the same blistering temps for 2 months that we were dealing with that day. They had no air conditioning. Our clothing options now are way cooler than what theres were. But they certainly had one thing: PASSION. Great men like George Washington and Ben Franklin put their lives on the line for a new country. 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Family first, of course. Writing, dancing, baking. Travel, yes. Happiness. I shall strive for happiness everyday of my life. I will make every attempt to make my family happy as well. The great men that We, as Americans, honor today made huge sacrifices for all of us. So, I will make sacrifices for my family for their happiness. Even the smallest of them add up. I will cook and clean, do laundry and dishes, and make everyday a happy one!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">On that note, I wish you all a Happy Fourth of July!</div><br></div><br></div><br></div><br></div>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03278337596425620979noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1443681980006205301.post-46809397132033319492013-07-03T05:50:00.001-07:002013-07-04T04:23:45.968-07:00Meet Vex!<div><br></div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjmq76IVXLa3PxObeWUZ68bywQ7nt3bYJJkvBELw1FOOiceBNZVmgKgS0LVIKwYr1L9hWi-tMgxNZe68Iec2eUpRskK0YBWH0-PvMQr-lFEuoM-Wg6eBFIgAU2aWAlJTS5uQ00buZn5Yeo/s640/blogger-image--11482913.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjmq76IVXLa3PxObeWUZ68bywQ7nt3bYJJkvBELw1FOOiceBNZVmgKgS0LVIKwYr1L9hWi-tMgxNZe68Iec2eUpRskK0YBWH0-PvMQr-lFEuoM-Wg6eBFIgAU2aWAlJTS5uQ00buZn5Yeo/s640/blogger-image--11482913.jpg"></a></div></div><div><br></div>Vex, aged 9, is our oldest kitty. She is a rescue, as is the story with all of our cats. Vex is absolutely my husband's cat. She follows him around like a sweet, little puppy and sleeps at his feet at night. I've lived with cats my entire life and have come to realize that each of my furry babies definitely has a favorite person in the house. Do my fellow cat lovers out there agree?Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03278337596425620979noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1443681980006205301.post-67485889895150203922013-07-02T05:44:00.001-07:002013-07-02T05:44:52.645-07:00First one Up!<div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgdeCHd4w3ESORc0leu8_ukBziXttR_rWrSQsrz4pPPGQPEU0BMkOz6vTiuRMA-ACeDV4YBxW6fx5pAt4-SznNQQtcjHpL3WbG0IWsfMfHUU5E473Cut8_2jXQq18MqgKRCTxaOyuAYVBs/s640/blogger-image--110280322.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgdeCHd4w3ESORc0leu8_ukBziXttR_rWrSQsrz4pPPGQPEU0BMkOz6vTiuRMA-ACeDV4YBxW6fx5pAt4-SznNQQtcjHpL3WbG0IWsfMfHUU5E473Cut8_2jXQq18MqgKRCTxaOyuAYVBs/s640/blogger-image--110280322.jpg"></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">I'm certain there are tons of night hawks out there, but I am not one of them. I love to wake up early and be the first one awake in the house on summer mornings. I can head out on the front porch without the constant buzzing of mosquitoes, and I can listen to the birds in our yard without the traffic noises. Have I mentioned how much I love my yard? Ahhhh..........</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">The first morning hour to myself gives me enough time to realize how much I miss the chatter of my family in our house, how I miss my husband plucking his guitar strings. How I miss my daughter's giggles from a Youtube video she found on her iPod. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">Time to go back inside and hope they are awake. </div>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03278337596425620979noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1443681980006205301.post-70698775449466467042013-07-01T06:35:00.001-07:002013-07-24T12:21:47.680-07:00Meet Pickle Buddy!Our of our 4 kitties, Pickle is one of 3 black cats that we have, and the only boy. My husband found him when he was only 2 weeks old abandoned by his mother. Since he was bottle fed and "hand raised", he is the calmest, sweetest cat that we have.<br />
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Last week my family traveled to our state capital- Columbus! Mr. Locke was heading there for a board game convention, so the kid and I decided to tag along and take in some of this city's best family friendly spots. Our first stop: The Columbus Zoo and Aquarium. <br />
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The Columbus Zoo has not only lions, tigers, and bears (oh, my!), but also houses a temporary exhibit-Dinosaur Island. This "island" is located in the upper section of the zoo and is home to some 25 animatronic dinos. These lifelike creatures move their heads and tails, growl, and roar. The coolest bit is that they blink. I was a dinosaur enthusiast as a child, so seeing these big beauties in their proper scale was a dream come true! The kid loved them as well. The zoo has adapted their pre-existing boat ride around this theme which, in all honesty, is a perfect melding of the two. Mist, mood music, and water spewing from some of the dinos added perfect little touches to the ride as well. The kid asked to go no the ride, which I gladly obliged. Hey, if education can be thrown in with a fun day, I'm on board! Get it? On board?<br />
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To read my full review of The Columbus Zoo and Aquarium on Trekaroo, go<a href="http://www.trekaroo.com/activities/columbus-zoo-and-aquarium-powell-ohio?r_id=45449" target="_blank"> here</a>:Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03278337596425620979noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1443681980006205301.post-28843260418560876872013-04-26T08:30:00.000-07:002013-04-26T08:30:28.810-07:00I have loved to travel as long as I can remember. I've also loved cats for that long. So, writing a blog about travel(and the adventure called family life!) seemed the way to go! If you love traveling to well-known spots, as well as some not-so-easily-recognized places, then this blog's for you! Love cats? Then you'll probably get a kick out of this blog as well. Enjoy!<br />
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