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Live · March 5, 2014

Sweet Scarlett’s Grapefruit Giveaway!

Introducing… The new Wonderful™ Sweet Scarletts™ Texas Red Grapefruits, available now through April in select Midwest cities… Columbus included (of course, right? We ARE pretty amazing)! You know Wonderful® Pistachios, POM Wonderful® and Wonderful™ Halos™? Yep, the Sweet Scarletts are…

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Columbus, Learn, Live · February 26, 2014

Glass Axis

Talk about a hidden gem in Columbus… Glass Axis is just that. Glass Axis is a non-profit art center focused on glass art making and learning. I stopped by the facility to learn about their upcoming Glassquerade event and had…

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Columbus Instagramer of the Week

Live · February 21, 2014

Columbus Instagramer of the Week

Occupation: Student at Otterbein University (Graduating in May!) Columbusite for: My whole life! – 21 years Currently Residing In: New Albany area So You’re a Photographer… I am so excited to have introduced my photography blog, Susie Marie Photography, just last…

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Live · February 18, 2014

Ask Amanda…

So… I have to share that I LOVE hearing from you all! I adore receiving your comments, suggestions, and/or questions via blog comments, Twitter, email, Instagram, etc! I read each + every message + I have to say that some…

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Live · January 29, 2014

Columbus Instagramer of the Week

I love @natalina614’s view of Columbus through her Instagram feed. She finds fresh + new ways to look at the city, with special attention to detail. Here is a lil’ bit more about this Columbus IG’er: Occupation: Community Relations Assistant…

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Live · January 27, 2014

Lately, I’ve Been…

What a weekend! I don’t think I’ve been this lazy… since I don’t know when! Lately, I’ve been… {treating myself w chocolate ganache ice cream + chocolate syrup…} {stocking up on blackberries – they’re only $1.00 per container currently @…

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Ohio · January 22, 2014

Lately I’ve Been Loving…

To get through this crazy cold winter, I’ve been trying to appreciate the little day-to-day things that bringa smile to my face. Lately, I’ve been loving…

Hearts & Pixels

Love · January 15, 2014

Hearts & Pixels

Hi y’all! Today I want to introduce my sweet friend Rikki’s wedding website design + videography + photography business, Hearts & Pixels, based out of Cincinnati. I am so obsessed with Rikki’s work + I couldn’t be happier for her…

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Ohio · December 4, 2013

10 Things I Accomplished in November

Just like I did in October, I wanted to give you all a look at how my November to-do list rounded out this month. This November, I: 1.) Enjoyed fall color in German Village: 2.) Brunched at Skillet: 3.) Tasted mead…

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Ohio · November 21, 2013

Columbus Instagramer of the Week

I’m a huge advocate of the Instagram app & and in my opinion, it’s way better than Facebook because it is what I love about the ‘Book: People + Pictures. And let’s be honest, Columbus is home to some pretty…

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Take us back to @castawaybay 🌊💙🙌🏻 What Take us back to @castawaybay 🌊💙🙌🏻 What started as a surprise trip for the girls ended in some pretty amazing memories. 🥰 From their indoor water park, arcade games, on-site dining, ice cream, morning yoga, late night dance parties, character sitings, & more… it was a true family getaway!!! It’s 5 minutes away from Cedar Point, too! 🙌🏻 @ohio.findithere #ohiofindithere #castawaybay #weekendgetaway
Take me back ☀️ Scenes from our trip to @remar Take me back ☀️ Scenes from our trip to @remarkablelakecountyoh with @ohio.findithere over MDW! 🇺🇸 Working on a full blog post for you guys sharing all of the details of what we did! Some snippets include Lake Erie 🌊 , James Garfield’s house, Holden Arboretum (def do the canopy tower 🌲!), wineries 🍷, Rabbit Run Theater, Historic Kirtland, & Fairport Harbor 🚤! This area makes for the perfect weekend getaway!!! 🙌🏻 #ohiofindithere #weekendgetaway #lakecounty
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To celebrate 529 Day - the annual holiday to discuss and recognize the importance of saving for higher education - I'm teaming up with @Ohio529 and some other content creators across the state to give away a $529 College Savings Award. 🙌🏻Visit the link in my stories (www.collegeadvantage.com/529Day) today through May 29 to enter - make sure to tell them I sent you! 🤍 You can enter once per day, per email address. After you enter, comment below on your favorite tip for saving money for your children's future! 💰 Giveaway closes at 11:59 p.m. EST on Sunday, May 29. One winner will be selected at random. 

By entering, individuals confirm they are 18+ years of age and a resident of Ohio. Employees, independent contractors, and agents of Ohio Tuition Trust Authority, the Ohio Department of Higher Education, Fahlgren Mortine and their immediate family members (as well as ours) are ineligible to participate in the giveaway. This giveaway is in no way sponsored, administered or affiliated with Instagram. 

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Ellie’s Encanto Cake 🌸🐆✨ Forgot to share Ellie’s Encanto Cake 🌸🐆✨ Forgot to share these so here we are! I just bought a plain white cake & decorated with the figurines & succulents! 🤍 Nearly everything is linked via the link in my profile 🙌🏻 Also- If you need bday inspo & would like for me to put together an inspiration board for you, leave a comment, below! 🌸 #encantoparty #encantocake #encantobirthday
Cincinnati Photo Dump 🌸✨// We had so much fun Cincinnati Photo Dump 🌸✨// We had so much fun on our little one-day getaway! 🙌🏻 If we would've had more time, we could've visited Miami... my alma mater! 🤍 You guys know I love supporting @ohio529 for higher education. This past year, I've learned so much & I want to share with you all... did you know: 
1.) All you need is $25 to start or add to your Ohio's 529 plan.
2.) Your Ohio's 529 plan be used NATIONWIDE - not just for Ohio schools.
3.) Your Ohio's 529 doesn't just cover tuition - you can use it on any qualified expense, like room & board, books, computers, internet services, mandatory fees and MUCH more.
4.) 529 plans aren't just for 4-year colleges. Ohio's 529 can be used at ANY type of school - whether that's a 4-year college, trade and tech schools, certificate programs, apprenticeships and more.
5.) There are SO many tax benefits - ALL earnings, including interest, grow tax-free, 529 plan withdrawals are tax-free when used for qualified higher education expenses, and you can deduct your contributions from their Ohio taxable income, up to $4K per year, per beneficiary.
Encanto Party Inspo: The Kids’ Table 🌸🐆✨ Encanto Party Inspo: The Kids’ Table 🌸🐆✨I found the perfect plates from @ellieandpiperco , garlands from @pearlandjane , & cookies from @royallyiced 🤍🙌🏻 I linked as much as I could in my profile 🥰 #encanto #encantoparty #encantobirthday
Encanto Party Details: The Treats table 🌸🐆✨ 
Cookies: @royallyiced 
Garlands: @pearlandjane 
Party supplies: @ellieandpiperco 
Cake topper: @fancyfreefinery 
Tablecloth: @hobbylobby 
Backdrop: @glamfete 

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