Category Archives: Local Stores

Habitat Re-Store

Posted on February 10, 2013 by Katie

Ah, the joys of home ownership. We have had the delight of updating our home of 3 years pretty much from ceiling to floor, and we are finally on our last bathroom. As of a few days ago, we had … Continue reading →

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How to get rid of Bed Bugs Naturally- Part 2

Posted on August 16, 2012 by Katie

So. Where were we. Ah, yes. Bed bugs everywhere. Here are the steps we took to get rid of the bed bugs. Wrapped our infested box spring in plastic and sealed with duct tape. Took outside and had it hauled … Continue reading →

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How to get rid of Bed Bugs Naturally

Posted on August 15, 2012 by Katie

I hate to admit it, but we had bed bugs. Nasty, disgusting bed bugs. It all started with some mysterious bites all over both of my arms. I started waking up around 2 or 3 am every night scratching like crazy. … Continue reading →

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Eco-Friendly Friday: Dining Out? Eat Local!

Posted on June 15, 2012 by Katie

Who doesn’t enjoy dining out at restaurants? I know that I do, but it is more of a challenge when you actually want to eat real food when you go out, instead of a heavily processed, soy-filled version of something … Continue reading →

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Be True Bath and Body

Posted on June 5, 2012 by Katie

We headed to our local farmer’s market in West Chester, OH this weekend, and I chatted with Stephanie and Wendy of Be True Bath and Body. These ladies battled the blazing sun to showcase their chapsticks, sugar srubs, body butter, deodorant, and … Continue reading →

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Our Trip to Findlay Market

Posted on April 4, 2012 by Katie

Opened in 1885, Cincinnati’s Findlay Market is Ohio’s oldest continuously operated public market. The market houses around 25 local merchants year-round indoors, selling meats of every variety, farm-fresh eggs and dairy, spices, fresh smoothies, ethnic foods, fresh waffles, flowers, and … Continue reading →

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Raw Food Challenge

Posted on January 21, 2012 by Katie

Whole Foods in Mason, OH is hosting a 10 day raw food challenge. Registering allows you to receive daily support emails and education as well as food samples and informational meetings. Meetings are on Thursday, January 26 at 6pm, Saturday … Continue reading →

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Champagne Tasting at Dorothy Lane Market

Posted on December 21, 2011 by Katie

The annual champagne tasting will be at the Dorothy Lane Market in Oakwood on December 28, 2011 from 6-8:30 pm. Enjoy complimentary appetizers, but there is a tasting fee for the champagne. Featuring a variety of fine champagnes and sparkling wines.

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Earth Fare Store Review

Posted on December 14, 2011 by Katie

I recently visited the Earth Fare in Centerville, OH to see how it compared to other natural grocery stores. I found that Earth Fare had a wide variety of items in any given genre (gluten free, soy free, etc.) but the … Continue reading →

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‘Wrapped Up’ City Flea Holiday Market

Posted on December 9, 2011 by Katie

The City Flea is having it’s final event of the year on Saturday December 10, 2011 from 11-4pm at 12th and Vine. Shops, vendors, and restaurants of the Over the Rhine Gateway Quarter will be open as well! Many vintage items … Continue reading →

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