Self-Care Can’t Replace a Village

By: Anonymous Columbus Mom When you get home, take a long, hot bath with a glass of wine.” I’ve heard these suggestions before, self-care after a trying day of parenting. These well-meaning suggestions usually come from moms who have a support system; in-laws who pick their child up from school, a sister who hosts dinner […]

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Valuing Differences

Teaching kids to accept and value the differences in the people in their community starts at home. Beginning at an early age, parents can lay the foundation for kids relating to others in the community from an inclusive perspective, rather than labeling those who may be different by race, religion, disability or sexual orientation.  Valuing […]

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Visit the Rock Ranch

It’s time to celebrate Spring at The Rock Ranch. Located about an hour from Columbus, The Rock Ranch is a 1500-acre ranch dedicated to “Growing Healthy Families.” The Rock Ranch was created by Chick-fil-A founder, S. Truett Cathy, as a foster home for children. The ranch has evolved into a public destination that serves all families and groups.  They host corporate events, camps, […]

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Did it Stick? | Raising Good Humans

Every parent wonders after their child grows up if what they taught them actually stuck with them in a meaningful way. So what are we responsible for as parents? In parenting, we can and should sow good seeds into our children’s minds and hearts. And we should “water” and nurture them with great vigor and […]

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String Camp with the Youth Orchestra of Greater Columbus

About YOGC: In May 1993, a small group of professional musicians and supporters began the Youth Orchestra of Greater Columbus. Their dream was to create an outstanding orchestra program for the area’s most talented young musicians. Through their efforts and the support of the community, their vision is being fulfilled. Now in its 25th year, […]

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Cool Whip Easter Eggs

Supplies: Cool Whip Hard Boiled Eggs Food Coloring Directions: Using a shallow, glass baking dish fill the bottom with Cool Whip. Then choose your colors and put in LOTS of drops. Swirl around and then place in your egg. At this point it’s time to go to town. You want to make sure EVERY part […]

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St. Anne-Pacelli’s Camp Viking

Choose your own adventure at Camp Viking! Enjoy weekly themes that incorporate arts & crafts, fitness, games and more! Camp Viking is open to rising Kindergarten through 8th grade students (rising PK4 St. Anne-Pacelli students may attend, as well). In 2019, camp begins June 3rd and runs from 7:30 a.m. until 6 p.m., daily, throughout […]

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Red Onion & Cheese Pea Salad

Ingredients 16 oz, frozen peas, thawed and drained 6 strips bacon, cooked and cut into small pieces 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese 1/2 cup diced red onion 1 cup real mayonnaise salt and pepper bacon bits optional DIRECTIONS In a large mixing bowl combine peas, cooked bacon, onions, cheese, and […]

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Cajun Deviled Eggs

Ingredients: 12 hard boiled eggs, peeled & halved lengthwise 2 tbsp mayonnaise 1 1/2 tbsp dill pickle relish 2 tsp yellow mustard 1- 1 1/2 tsp Cajun seasoning 2-3 dashes hot sauce 1 1/2 cups flour 2 large eggs, beaten 2 cups Panko bread crumbs 2 1/2 tsp gumbo file powder salt & pepper, to […]

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Cutting the Cable Cord

Every day I hear of more families eliminating the cable TV bill from their budget. It’s in the news, tycoon television companies are losing subscribers by the hundreds of thousands. In my home, cable TV was simply background noise. I watch a few primetime shows regularly on ABC, NBC and FOX. My concern was finding […]

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