So excited, made our reservations for dinner for our upcoming trip at two of Nemacolin Woodland Resorts' Restaurants: We'll be dining at Autumn and Aqueous during our stay. Both have amazing menus (click on the name and scroll down to view all the menus) - both look fabulous. The Resort has a wonderful wine cellar/list and plenty of locally grown, organic and vegetarian foods too. I love that they have a healthy kids menu option too. And, of course, the obligatory Starbucks is available too!!
More updates on what we plan to do while we're there- so much to choose from!
Kids, Summer and Sunglasses
I am really good about making sure my kids have sunscreen on when playing or swimming -- although I'm no freakish about it. I think there are limits to SPF (sun protection factor) and also some UV is good for us, Vitamin D and all that. I feel common sense is important- don't let the kids burn (although it happens if we're not diligent) and my kids, especially Bubby, spend countless hours playing outside and swimming in our pool.
Today I realized I haven't been as diligent about sunglasses for the kids; they've all got some but I don't require them to be worn regularly. That has to change. Not just for summer time but with vacation and pool time upon us and more outside time, I should be more conscientious about making them protect their eyes.
I was an optician for a long time and I know better. For myself, with light eyes, the sun bothers me and it's gotten more so as I've gotten older. Eyes need protection from UV light just like skin. If you don't protect your eyes and your little one's eyes, the UV light causes the crystaline lens to become cloudy with cataracts. You can help keep your children's eyes healthy by having them wear GOOD QUALITY sunglass lenses with shatter-resistant lenses. Don't cheap out and buy an inexpensive, poor quality pair because you are then putting your child's eyes in danger from broken pieces of plastic piercing their eye. YES, the good sunglasses cost more but here's a chance to teach your children to be responsible.
When I worked in an optical office, I had the opportunity to by good sunglasses at a discount. Now that I don't, I still choose the good quality. It's worth it in the long run PLUS I take better care of my glasses because I know how much they cost to replace (I'm less likely to leave them on top of cab in Las Vegas, which I did when I was 21 and reckless)
When we went to Chicago 2 years ago, I found a pair of Oliver Peoples, Mosley Tribe Sunglasses at a trendy chic shop.
Over-priced on the Magical Mile. I fell in love with the comfort and polarized lenses (which cuts down on glare, a big selling point for me). We came home and I researched and found them on Zappos for a lot less. I've had them over 2 years and they are still my favorite. There have been a few close calls. I lost them while learning to surf in Lake Michigan. They fell off when I fell off. Thankfully, the water was clear, we were in shallow water and they were right at my feet. Best pair of sunglasses I've ever owned. I'll be heartbroken if I ever do lose or break them. I have to say, they have stood up to a lot of "stress tests" and survived.
Starting tomorrow, the kids are going to have to wear their glasses whenever they are outside for any length of time. You should too.
Today I realized I haven't been as diligent about sunglasses for the kids; they've all got some but I don't require them to be worn regularly. That has to change. Not just for summer time but with vacation and pool time upon us and more outside time, I should be more conscientious about making them protect their eyes.
I was an optician for a long time and I know better. For myself, with light eyes, the sun bothers me and it's gotten more so as I've gotten older. Eyes need protection from UV light just like skin. If you don't protect your eyes and your little one's eyes, the UV light causes the crystaline lens to become cloudy with cataracts. You can help keep your children's eyes healthy by having them wear GOOD QUALITY sunglass lenses with shatter-resistant lenses. Don't cheap out and buy an inexpensive, poor quality pair because you are then putting your child's eyes in danger from broken pieces of plastic piercing their eye. YES, the good sunglasses cost more but here's a chance to teach your children to be responsible.
When I worked in an optical office, I had the opportunity to by good sunglasses at a discount. Now that I don't, I still choose the good quality. It's worth it in the long run PLUS I take better care of my glasses because I know how much they cost to replace (I'm less likely to leave them on top of cab in Las Vegas, which I did when I was 21 and reckless)
When we went to Chicago 2 years ago, I found a pair of Oliver Peoples, Mosley Tribe Sunglasses at a trendy chic shop.
Over-priced on the Magical Mile. I fell in love with the comfort and polarized lenses (which cuts down on glare, a big selling point for me). We came home and I researched and found them on Zappos for a lot less. I've had them over 2 years and they are still my favorite. There have been a few close calls. I lost them while learning to surf in Lake Michigan. They fell off when I fell off. Thankfully, the water was clear, we were in shallow water and they were right at my feet. Best pair of sunglasses I've ever owned. I'll be heartbroken if I ever do lose or break them. I have to say, they have stood up to a lot of "stress tests" and survived.Starting tomorrow, the kids are going to have to wear their glasses whenever they are outside for any length of time. You should too.
Water Parks in Ohio
Check out my latest article in Findlay NOW (available online here)< or pick up a copy- pg. 21/22 highlights, reviews and compares northwest Ohio waterparks -Kalahari (one of the world's largest!), Great Wolf Lodge and Castaway Bay.
On the Radar- Family travel plans for this summer
It's gorgeous, sunny and warm, finally, here in Ohio. Probably like many of you, we have been finalizing our summer vacation plans. This year, we are heading to Pennsylvania -Fallingwater (Frank Lloyd Wright's most famous design), Polymath Park (staying at Duncan House to celebrate Bailey's graduation from O.U.< just what everyone wants for a gift when they graduate, right? *her sister Bree wants me to include and clarify here that Bailey is a nerd so I will, but just because we all are ;) *
First though we are headed to Nemacolin Woodlands Resort in southwestern Pennsylvania and cannot wait! We'll be staying at the resort, which seems like a cruise ship parked in the middle of scenic PA. So much to do, not even sure where to start. They have outdoor adventures (zip lines, climbing walls, off road adventures, fly fishing, horseback riding, wild animal safaris, a spa that is out of this world, tons of kids activities and probably the most intriguing thing for me: Dog sledding. Of course, we won't be doing that this summer (although they have a warm weather version on wheels, I definitely want to go back to try dog sledding in the winter- and the Resort has plenty to do then too).
We'll also be heading "Up North" as Michiganders say, when Bree heads off to dance camp. We'll hopefully schedule a visit with our much-loved cousins and stop by the Henry Ford Museum as well as take in some of Michigan's fun and sun. Maybe we can squeeze in a stop over in New Buffalo, which I will write more about later.
Of course we will be spending lots of time at Cedar Point this summer, America's "Roller Coast" but my true hometown home. We're going to spend a day at Castaway Bay, CP's own water park right next to the causeway entrance.
This weekend though, we are staying put, enjoying the pool and taking part in our neighborhood garage sale and cub scout car wash. Thankfully "normal" weather is here, after a May that brought twice the normal rainfall, cold and then extremely hot temperatures. The outlook is perfect for summer vacation fun!
First though we are headed to Nemacolin Woodlands Resort in southwestern Pennsylvania and cannot wait! We'll be staying at the resort, which seems like a cruise ship parked in the middle of scenic PA. So much to do, not even sure where to start. They have outdoor adventures (zip lines, climbing walls, off road adventures, fly fishing, horseback riding, wild animal safaris, a spa that is out of this world, tons of kids activities and probably the most intriguing thing for me: Dog sledding. Of course, we won't be doing that this summer (although they have a warm weather version on wheels, I definitely want to go back to try dog sledding in the winter- and the Resort has plenty to do then too).
We'll also be heading "Up North" as Michiganders say, when Bree heads off to dance camp. We'll hopefully schedule a visit with our much-loved cousins and stop by the Henry Ford Museum as well as take in some of Michigan's fun and sun. Maybe we can squeeze in a stop over in New Buffalo, which I will write more about later.
Of course we will be spending lots of time at Cedar Point this summer, America's "Roller Coast" but my true hometown home. We're going to spend a day at Castaway Bay, CP's own water park right next to the causeway entrance.
This weekend though, we are staying put, enjoying the pool and taking part in our neighborhood garage sale and cub scout car wash. Thankfully "normal" weather is here, after a May that brought twice the normal rainfall, cold and then extremely hot temperatures. The outlook is perfect for summer vacation fun!
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