Frozen on Ice: Coming to Cincinnati

Posted on February 26, 2019 by Krissyar

Our very own Queen Elsa will be in the Queen City March 7-10 when Disney On Ice presents Frozen glides into U.S. Bank Arena

Discover the full story of Disney’s Frozen like never before at Disney On Ice presents Frozen! Dazzling ice skating, special effects and unforgettable music will magically transport you to wintry Arendelle. Be a part of Anna’s fearless adventure to find her sister, Queen Elsa, whose icy powers have trapped the kingdom in an eternal winter. Join the hilarious snowman Olaf, rugged mountain man Kristoff and his loyal reindeer sidekick Sven as they help Anna in a race to bring back summer. Encounter Everest-like conditions and mystical trolls as you sing along to Academy Award®-winning songs like “Let It Go” and ultimately discover true love is the most powerful magic of all. Hosted by Mickey Mouse and Minnie Mouse, your whole family will delight in special appearances by stars from Toy Story, Finding Dory, The Lion King and the inspiring Disney Princesses. Experience magic at every turn and create memories to last a lifetime at Disney On Ice presents Frozen – the show worth melting for!

Disney On Ice presents Frozen visits Cincinnati from March 7 to March 10 for seven performances at U.S. Bank Arena. Show times are: Thursday, March 7, 7 p.m.; Friday, March 8, 7 p.m.; Saturday, March 9, 11 a.m., 3 p.m., and 7 p.m.; and Sunday, March 10, 11 a.m. and 3 p.m. Tickets for Disney On Ice presents Frozen start at $17. All seats are reserved, and tickets are available by calling Ticketmaster at 800-745-3000 or visiting www.ticketmaster.com.

One lucky All in a Days Work will receive a family four-pack to the Thursday, March 7, 7 p.m. show. Enter in the rafflecopter below: Winner will be drawn on March 3rd! Must reply within 24 hours to claim tickets (that will be held at box office).

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Bavarian Inn Lodge and Bavarian Inn Restaurant

Posted on February 22, 2019 by Krissyar

I’m excited to talk about my visit to Bavarian Inn Lodge and Bavarian Inn Restaurant this Spring!

Nestled along the Cass River in Frankenmuth is one of the state’s largest indoor water park hotels. The Lodge has 360 European-themed guest rooms, including whirlpool and family suites, an adult-only pool and whirlpool, two gift shops, two lounges and two restaurants – all under one roof. The expansive 35,000 square foot Family Fun Center houses two thrilling waterslides, three pools and two whirlpools, over 160 video and redemption games, a two-level children’s play village and Willy’s Kingdom indoor mini-golf course. Guests can also enjoy live, nightly entertainment year-round and test their own musical skills during weekend family karaoke shows. In over 30 years of business, the Bavarian Inn Lodge has been an important destination for travelers, evidenced by the 1.25 million room-nights that have been booked there since its opening, along with its top rating on TripAdvisor
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Celebrating 130 years of service, the Bavarian Inn Restaurant has become a Michigan landmark. Generations of diners, lodgers and tourists from around the globe have discovered true Bavarian hospitality thanks to Dorothy and her late husband William “Tiny” Zehnder. Guests experience the old-world European charm of the Bavarian Inn – whether it’s the famous chicken dinners, fresh baked goods or Michigan’s greatest selection of German beer. Bavarian Inn also prides itself on being one of the top consumers of Pure Michigan agricultural products, striving to serve more Michigan-grown and produced foods and Michigan-produced beverages than any other restaurant. Authentic German architecture, a variety of shops and other fun activities make a trip to Frankenmuth incomplete without a visit to the Bavarian Inn. MY READERS RECEIVE AN EXCLUSIVE COUPON for Bavarian Inn Restaurant – HALF Off at the Bavarian Inn Restaurant!

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Dental Emergency Help- What to Do if You Lose a Crown or Filling

Posted on February 22, 2019 by Krissyar

Dr. David Hudnall

Dental emergencies can be stressful and seem to come at the most inconvenient times. One of the most common dental emergencies includes losing your crown or filling. Luckily, there are steps you can take to help you through a dental emergency before you can visit a dentist. I have been practicing dentistry for 18 years and specialize in emergency dental care. It is important to schedule an emergency dental appointment as soon as you can. You can visit emergencydentist247.com to quickly get an emergency appointment scheduled and receive treatment. One common emergency people experience is losing their crowns or fillings.  If you realize you’ve lost a crown or filling, follow these steps to help save your tooth.

Schedule an emergency dental appointment

If you notice that you’ve lost a crown or filling, the first thing you will want to do is schedule an emergency dental appointment. It’s important that you don’t wait too long to receive care as your tooth is fragile and sensitive to temperature, pressure, or air. The quicker you can get into a dentist office and receive treatment, the safer your teeth will be. If you wait too long and your crown is missing for a long time, there is a chance your teeth will move into the space where the crown was and a new one will no longer fit. Your dentist is going to assess any damage that has been done and fit your tooth for a new crown or filling. It’s important the new crown fits correctly and securely, or it will fall out again.

Cover your tooth

After your appointment is scheduled and you’re waiting to receive treatment for your lost crown or filling, it’s important you cover the tooth or space where your crown or filling was. You can do this with dental cement which is available at most drug stores. If you are having trouble locating any dental cement you can also use gauze or cotton balls to cover your tooth. It is important to protect your tooth to the best of your ability because of how fragile it is with a missing crown or filling. Food and debris can enter the space easily and cause further damage. The more damage that is done, the more difficult it will be to replace the crown or filling. You will want to keep the tooth as safe and protected as possible until your emergency dental appointment.

It can be a stressful time if you experience a dental emergency. They never come when it’s convenient and it can be difficult to receive the care you may need. However, knowing how to handle some common dental emergencies can ease some of the stress you may be feeling. If you think you may have a dental emergency seek help right away. The longer you wait, the more serious your condition can become. It’s a dentists priority to keep you as safe and healthy as possible and they will want to help you with whatever it is you may be experiencing.

 

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The Butler County Donut Trail

Posted on February 20, 2019 by Krissyar

Butler County Ohio has a lot to offer – I mean, I should know, I live here. We have all kinds of great things to do, places to see, and of course, food to eat. Butler County is the home to a lot of awesome mom and pop donut shops, that offer an amazing selection of some really delicious donuts!

The donut trail leads you on an epic SWEET adventure, taking you to the top 12 donut spots in the county, so put on your stretchy pants and join in on the fun! When you visit your first stop, you’ll get a Passport and head along the trail to get a stamp at each location -when you are done, send your Passport on over to the Butler County Visitors Bureau and get a sweet Donut Trail t-shirt!

Your first stop on the trail is Central Pastry Shop in Middletown,Ohio. I’ve actually never made it to Central Pastry Shop , but they are definitely a popular spot!

Serving the Mid-Miami Valley for 68 Years

The tradition of Central Pastry Shop began over sixty nine years ago. Today it continues creating and baking the Mid Miami Valley’s favorite pastries. Known for distinctive cakes, from wedding to birthday and specialty cakes, Central Pastry also provides the finest in baked goods made from scratch, including: breads, danish pastries, éclairs, coffee cakes, doughnuts, rolls, buns, pies, cookies and much more.

Your next stop is Holtman’s Donuts in West Chester, Ohio. Holtman’s actually has several locations, however, this is the only Butler County one. They offer your standard flavors, and then they go one step further and offer you many different topping flavors ,like maple and bacon, cereal toppings and more.

Then you come to Jupiter Coffee & Donuts in Fairfield. Never been to this one either, though it’s not far away; I don’t think I’ve ever heard of it, so I am excited to make this stop on our Donut Trail adventure. They offer their homemade donuts, along with cookies, cupcakes, pastries and more.

Next is Kelly’s Bakery in Hamilton, OH. Kelly’s actually isn’t far from my office, and we gave them a try a few months ago for the first time. I am a bit of a donut snob (being spoiled at my favorite place, which is saved for the last stop on the donut trail) but their glazed donuts were *almost* as good as my favorite. Will definitely be stopping by again soon (maybe after my beach trip!) Just make sure you check the hours before you go, they aren’t open daily.

 

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The next stop on the list is Martin’s Donuts in Trenton. Another place I’ve heard of but never have been – but my Trenton buddies rave about it. Their glazed donuts look AMAZING, so I’m excited to try them as well.

Following Martin’s is Milton’s Donuts in Middletown. We used to stop at Milton’s before church when our church was in Middletown; definitely a family favorite and soo good.  They have a ton of traditional favorites which are hard to beat, like their jelly or cream filled. Be sure to not miss this hidden gem!

Mimi’s Donuts & Bakery is next on the list – again in Hamilton (we like our donuts here I guess!) They offer a lot more than donuts; they make special event cupcakes and cakes. Be sure to call ahead for any special requests!

Up next is the Oxford Doughnut Shoppe – located close to Miami University. The Oxford Doughnut Shoppe has been a favorite in the community for over 50 years; Joshua Francis has owned and operated the shoppe since 2003, and he prides himself on the old-fashioned doughnuts he serves – kettle-fried.

Then you can hit up Ross Bakery in Hamilton. I’ve visited Ross Bakery quite a bit since I literally pass it on my way to work (hello temptation!!)

Stan the Donut Man is the next stop, another West Chester donut shop. They sell more than 2,600 donuts every weekend!

The Donut House in West Chester they offer classic donuts like the rest – along with donuts with a twist. Try their jelly filled, peanut butter covered PB&J donut!

Last but not least, The Donut Spot in Fairfield. I am partial (I grew up on these) but Donut Spot donuts are THE BOMB! Most of the time when you go in they are so fresh THEY ARE STILL WARM, which makes them that much better! Be sure to get there early, they sell out quick especially on the weekends! (Don’t be surprised to see me there in sweats and no make up. But there’s no time to get ready – when there’s warm donuts to get!)

Be sure to share your Donut Trail experience on Instagram and Twitter using the hashtag #BCDonutTrail !

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Home to Make Money Working From Home

Posted on February 13, 2019 by Krissyar

Sometimes unfortunately your 9-5 doesn’t quite do it when it comes to paying the bills. Or maybe you are trying to make extra money to pay off debt, save up for a vacation, or send your kid to college.
There are some options out there for those who work and are looking to make some money working from home.

Internet Surveys
Not one of my favorites (as it’s pretty time consuming) and you definitely won’t get rich, but you could score $100 or more a month with sites like Survey Junkie, Swagbucks, Vindale Research, Inbox Dollars, MyPoints, etc. The more you fill out, the more you get – which means, the more money you can make.

Be Your Own Boss – with Your Own Hours
You don’t have to worry about a set schedule for your second job if you work for companies like Uber, Lyft, Postmates, DoorDash, UberEats, Shipt, Instacart,or even Amazon Deliveries. You can select when and how long you work – have a Saturday open? Work as many hours as you want. Need time off for the kids game, or someone got sick? No problem. These jobs are a great alternative to a typical part-time job.

Start a Blog 
Though it will probably take some time, blogging can bring in income – all from the comfort of your couch. Don’t get me wrong; there is a LOT of work going into starting and writing a blog, and I really didn’t start making an income until about 2 years in. But with affiliate links, and ads, you can have a small steady income once you get going. (Be prepared to spend a lot of hours in it though!)

Clean Your Closet 
Get rid of stuff that you don’t use anymore – clean out your closet, your basement, your kids room- and sell your stuff on websites like Poshmark or Mercari. You’d be surprised what someone will pay for that old Coach purse, or maybe someone has been looking to replace that sweater they had JUST like the one you’re selling. Kids clothes sell really well, so don’t forget to list their stuff too!

Be an Consultant
Consulting is an incredibly diverse field, and that means that consultant salaries  can vary wildly across various niches, industries, specialties, and locations – but a lot of people do consulting part time, as an additional income.

Try and Free Up Some of Your Budget 
I know it sounds ridiculous, but you’d be surprised how much you can save when you start making some phone calls regarding your current bills/subscriptions, etc. I called our cell phone carrier, and was able to free up over $100 a month there, called our cable/internet provider, and saved $65 there. Do you have subscriptions or services that automatically come out each month? We kept Hulu and cancelled Neftlix, we lowered our cable to basic, we called our insurance company and was able to get a few discounts for automatic payments, and paperless, and saved about $25 a month there. You’d be surprised how much ‘waste’ there is out there.

House Cleaning
I have a friend who cleans local AirBNBs ; she cleans the properties after a guest stays, and prepares it for the next tenant. It’s a pretty regular income, and she has gotten more and more properties by word of mouth – she even has her kids come help her, so they get it done in half the time.

There are a lot of ways to make more money if you are creative, hardworking and willing to make a go of it.

 

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