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Green Cleaning

Green Cleaning

When you have a child with asthma or allergies, spring can trigger more than the start of summer. Remember, you also need to be aware of how cleaning itself can be a trigger.

The Death of Politeness?

The Death of Politeness?

As a parent, our children are considered a reflection of us when they are outside of our home. Teaching manners, respect and politeness helps our children to succeed.

Get Your Adventure On At Urban Krag

Get Your Adventure On At Urban Krag

If you have your sights set on tackling that bucket list or setting a personal goal to try new things this year, Dayton is home to the perfect place to get your adventure on.

Find Your Place In The Kitchen

Find Your Place In The Kitchen

Regardless of what you call them, resolutions or goals, researchers agree that planning is key. Weight loss goals, resolutions to save money, or plans to learn a new skill; can all have cooking at home in common.

The Secret To Knowing How Tall Your Child Will Be

The Secret To Knowing How Tall Your Child Will Be

Wondering your child's growth potential? Here is a good way to estimate this based on mom and dad's adult height.

Remember To Look Around You

Remember To Look Around You

I saw her on the corner of a fairly busy road, holding a sign. Her cheeks were red from the wind hitting them, and her children were hopping up and down trying to stay warm.

Have a Spicy November

Have a Spicy November

If there was ever a month made for cooking, November is it! Although many fresh veggies are gone, the family is arriving...

Letterboxing:  Your Family's Next Big Adventure

Letterboxing: Your Family's Next Big Adventure

At my house we love fun activities we can do as a family, and if they're free?! Even better! Several years ago my family discovered letterboxing, and it has been one of the most fun activities we've ever participated in together.

Little Art Theatre Open House and Grand Reopening Celebration

Little Art Theatre Open House and Grand Reopening Celebration

The Wait Is Finally Over! Free old-time movies and cartoons, free popcorn and more! Premiere of the new short ''Welcome to the Little Art,'' 7 p.m.!

A Natural Vaccine for Allergies

A Natural Vaccine for Allergies

Every year I am plagued by allergies, and every year I swear it only gets worse. I was skeptical of this natural remedy, but within days, I was able to quit taking the steroids and antihistamines that I have taken for the last 20 years.

Take a Detour: Summer Fun in Tipp!

Take a Detour: Summer Fun in Tipp!

Tipp City is one of those places where everything seems to come together just right - and despite the construction, there's a lot of fun planned in the city this summer!

Cool down at JD's Old Fashioned Frozen Custard

Cool down at JD's Old Fashioned Frozen Custard

As we approach some of the hottest days of summer, you might be in need of new fun to help you beat the heat. In my opinion there isn't a heat wave out there that can't be defeated with a little ice cream.

Dayton Dragons Shine in Gem City

Dayton Dragons Shine in Gem City

Entering the team's 14th season in Dayton, the Dragons baseball franchise has been nothing but a major success; the team has the longest sellout streak in professional sports, as of today 955 and counting.

Great Places For Photography In Dayton

Great Places For Photography In Dayton

If you're looking for great places to practice your photography skills in Dayton, you're in absolutely the right place! The areas in and around Dayton have so many fabulous public places filled with plenty of color, scenery and character that make for fabulous backdrops.

Family Fun @ Scene 75

Family Fun @ Scene 75

Scene 75 is the best indoor entertainment center I have ever visited. They offer an incredible number of activities for the whole family to have fun - and it's right here in Dayton!

Dayton Hikers - First Annual TVT hiker challenge

Dayton Hikers - First Annual TVT hiker challenge

Have you been wanting to get out and hike more but feel a little intimidated? Don't know where to go or not wanting to hike by yourself? Well that's where DaytonHikers.org comes in!

How safe is that public Wi-Fi?

How safe is that public Wi-Fi?

Everyday millions of us tap into a public network at a coffee shop, a hotel, or some other public location. We never really think twice about whether or not that network is really safe and secure. And then, something goes wrong.

In Celebration of Dad

In Celebration of Dad

This picture gave me a huge smile, and since it's Father's Day, I've share some stories about my Dad. What's your favorite Dad story?

The Good Deeds Project of Dayton Ohio

The Good Deeds Project of Dayton Ohio

Did you know that performing random acts of kindness in your community gives you a sense of purpose? The Good Deeds Project was formed as a community movement to promote random acts of kindness and spread positivity.

Top 10 Rainy Day Must Do's

Top 10 Rainy Day Must Do's

They say April showers bring May flowers but May gets its fair share of rain too. And when the rain is pouring and the old man is snoring what's a family to do? I have compiled a list of ideas for you and your family to check the next time Mother Nature rains on your parade.

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