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Anna Kendall
- Feb 3, 2022
- 3 min
The BEST Kid-Friendly Menus at Tri-Cities Eateries
As a mother of a fussy eating 2 year-old, I was interested in finding local restaurants that have unique meal options that my daughter...
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Amanda Gargano
- Jan 13, 2022
- 2 min
"Anxious People" by Fredrik Backman
Let me start by saying I am biased. Fredrik Backman is one of my favorite Authors. His writing style always keeps you engaged; you can't...
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Barb Siegman
- Jan 13, 2022
- 2 min
"The Nightingale" by Kristin Hannah
In a nutshell, this book is a story about two very strong women. Two extremely strong women! I was very excited when one of my book clubs...
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Chrissy Somers
- Dec 2, 2021
- 5 min
The Swissôtel Chicago for the Holidays
DISCLAIMER: This post is part of an agreement between Stay +.Play Local and Swissôtel Chicago. I received the described Elf Decorated...
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Brenda Doolittle
- Nov 29, 2021
- 3 min
The Graceful Ordinary, St. Charles' Newest Dining Experience
All photos courtesy of The Graceful Ordinary via Matt Reeves Nestled elegantly along the scenic Fox River, downtown St. Charles’ newest...
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Barb Siegman
- Jun 18, 2021
- 2 min
Book Review: "The Woman Who Smashed Codes" by Jason Fagone
I wanted to select a book that had to do with something local. And, did I find one! This is one of my favorites that I read with one of...
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Cathy Lundblad, From Scratch Baking
- Feb 9, 2021
- 2 min
Sweet Treats for the Month of Love
Valentine’s Day is the perfect excuse to get in the kitchen and bake up or decorate store-bought treats for your sweetie! From cake pops,...
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Hillary Einboden
- Feb 2, 2021
- 3 min
Ignite Home Learning with Passion Projects
During these long months of COVID, parents worldwide are spending more time at home with their kids than ever before. For some families,...
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Chrissy Somers
- Jan 28, 2021
- 5 min
My Secret Eating Disorder
February is National Eating Disorder Month, and for the first time since owning FOTF, I am going to share my eating disorder story....
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Hillary Einboden
- Jan 4, 2021
- 3 min
Screen-Time Detox for the Kids
January 2021 is the perfect time for a screen-time detox. A new year gives us a chance to look ahead, and this month is traditionally...
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Cathy Lundblad, From Scratch Baking
- Dec 10, 2020
- 4 min
Holiday Traditions Made of Gingerbread
Traditions are what the holidays are made of. Whether it’s getting a fresh tree, driving around to view Christmas lights or deciding who...
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Chrissy Somers
- Oct 3, 2020
- 2 min
Halloween Alternatives for 2020
It's fair to say that the 'rona is getting close to cancelling yet another 2020 holiday, but that doesn't mean we can't still make this fun!
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