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09/05/2026

Planning a trip to Maria’s Field of Hope in Avon this weekend? Here’s a real-time bloom & accessibility update! 🌻As of 2pm Sept. 5th, 2026.

Mother Nature moves fast! While recent media reports mentioned peak bloom, most of the sunflowers are have already dropped their petals and began to bow for the season. There are still some late blooming pockets, so if you want to go - GO this weekend!

What to know before you go:
📍 Where the best blooms are: If you want those tall, vibrant sunflower shots, head further back into the middle and far edges of the field where flowers are still standing bright!
🚶‍♀️ Trail & Accessibility Conditions: * On the Main Paths: The ground is uneven, but the stretches covered in straw and mulch made pushing a rollator/walker easier. Even after recent storms, I was surprised by how dry the trail was. It is challenging, but definitely doable if you stay on the designated paths!
Distance Note: Because the freshest blooms are deeper in, expect a longer walk, so plan energy levels accordingly if you or someone in your group has limited mobility.
💛 100% Still worth the visit: It remains a powerful, beautiful space to reflect, honor precious lives, and support childhood cancer research during September's Childhood Cancer Awareness Month.

Be sure to stop by Maria’s Shop at the field or donate online to support !

Have you been out to the field yet this week? Drop your updates below! 👇

09/05/2026

ANALOG ADVENTURE #4: Floating into Fall: Seasonal Transitions & Unburdening

Step onto the footbridges spanning Big Creek where urban history meets tranquil green space, and let the gentle rhythm of falling autumn leaves remind you that there is beauty in releasing what no longer serves you.

🎒 WHAT TO PACK:
Notebook or journal + pen
A warm thermos of cider, tea, or coffee

🍃 THE ACTIVITIES:
1. The Leaf Drop Release Practice ("How Beautiful It Is to Let Things Go") Walk out to one of the pedestrian footbridges overlooking Big Creek. Take a moment to scan the ground or trees nearby for a single falling or fallen autumn leaf that catches your eye.
Hold Your Weight: Stand at the bridge railing. Hold the leaf in your hands and mentally assign it something you’ve been carrying lately—a lingering stress, a tight expectation, or a habit you’re ready to outgrow.
The Release: Hold the leaf out over the water and slowly let it drop.
Watch the Current: Watch it catch the air, hit the creek below, and glide effortlessly downstream. Take a deep breath in as it lands, and exhale slowly as the current carries it around the bend out of sight.

2. The Cherry Allée Grounding Walk Take a slow walk along Brookside’s famous grove of Japanese cherry blossom trees—one of the largest concentrations in Northeast Ohio. While world-renowned for their spring bloom, their lined symmetry, arching branches, and rich autumn leaves make this stretch equally breathtaking in the fall.
Notice the Lines: Take in the quiet visual balance and arching canopy overhead.
Sense the Shift: Look up through the golden leaves and appreciate how a landscape can be beautiful in every phase of its cycle.

🛑 STOP! SPOILER WARNING!
Do NOT scroll past this line until you are sitting by the creek with your journal open!

✍️ THE JOURNALING PROMPTS (Choose the ONE prompt that resonates most with you today):

The Valley Bridge Prompt (Perspective & Transition): Bridges carry us safely from one side of a divide to the other. Where am I currently "in-between" seasons in my life, and how can I honor where I am right now without rushing the process?

The Big Creek Flow Prompt (Release & Trust): "Autumn shows us how beautiful it is to let things go." What am I currently holding onto out of habit, and what small step can I take today to let it float down the current?

The Cherry Grove Prompt (The Quiet Seasons): Brookside’s cherry trees are famous for their spring bloom, but they spend the rest of the year resting, growing, and shedding leaves in the fall. How can I practice self-compassion during the seasons of my life when I'm not in "full bloom"?

Back on your device? Want the printable PDF guide? Comment “ANALOG” below and I’ll send the free PDF version of these activities and journal prompts directly to your inbox! 📩✨

ANALOG ADVENTURE #3: Microshell Mandala & Tribute Tree TreasuresHuntington Beach (Huntington Reservation)Step onto the ...
09/04/2026

ANALOG ADVENTURE #3: Microshell Mandala & Tribute Tree Treasures
Huntington Beach (Huntington Reservation)

Step onto the shore of Lake Erie, where historic estate grounds frame the horizon and the Cleveland city skyline glimmers to the east, and let the rhythmic cadence of the waves replace the noise of your screen.

WHAT TO PACK:
Notebook or journal + pen
A warm or cold drink to enjoy by the water

THE ACTIVITIES:
1. The Micro-Shell Mandala (Tactile Beach Craft)
Clear a flat spot in the damp sand near one of the historic stone breakwalls.
Gather & Sort: Collect the small, delicate fingernail clam shells, pebbles & stones scattered along the shore line. Sort by shade and size.

Create: Arrange them in concentric circles or spiral paths on the sand, mixing in smooth pebbles.
Release: Leave the ephemeral mandala behind as a gift for the next beachcomber before the tide or wind takes it.

2. The Serenity Memorial Reflection
Tucked near the accessible path at the far east end of the shoreline rests a hollowed tree stump—a beloved fallen giant transformed into a community tribute, filled with glass stones and the Serenity Prayer.

Reflect: Find a quiet spot nearby. Take 3–5 minutes in your journal to write down a personal burden, habit, or weight you are ready to lay down.

Anchor: Select a single beach stone, shell or bring your own glass stone, hold it for a moment, and place it inside the tree as a symbolic release.

Comment "Analog" For Analog Adventure #3 Journal Prompts

Save for your next bliss seeking beach day or share with another serenity seeking sister

09/04/2026

Plane talk: If you’re heading to the Cleveland National Air Show this weekend with limited mobility, fatigue, or heat sensitivity, you’re going to want to wing it with a plan! ✈️💨

While the Blue Angels are legendary, navigating the Airshow grounds can quickly turn into a high-flying stress test. Here is the official accessibility breakdown—filtered through a low-mobility reality check so you don't crash and burn!

⚠️ The Ground Truth & Accessibility Logistics:

20 Football Fields Big: The show grounds are roughly 6,000 ft long. You will easily rack up miles on open asphalt and grass!

The "Half-Mile Gate Tax": Whether you park in handicapped parking or take a rideshare to the Walk-In Gate, expect up to a 0.5-mile walk just to hit the entrance.

NO Parking Shuttles: Do not expect golf carts or shuttles to rescue you in the parking lots. There is zero courtesy shuttle service from cars to gates.

The Rideshare Trap: Ubers/Lyfts can drop you off at the entrance gate, BUT heavy end-of-day exit traffic blocks them from picking you up there. You'll have to walk well away from the airport gridlock downtown just to catch a ride back!

The Scooter Myth: The website states "NO SCOOTERS," but that refers strictly to recreational Lime/e-scooters. Actual 3- and 4-wheel ADA mobility scooters ARE 100% allowed!

No Rentals On-Site: They do NOT rent wheelchairs or scooters on-site. If you need wheels, you must bring your own.

Tram Limits: The internal spectator tram only runs inside the grounds between two fixed end-points. If you tire out halfway between displays, you’re stuck walking on hot concrete with zero shade!

🍹 The Low-Mobility Upgrade:
If walking miles while cooking on concrete sounds plain miserable, skip the tarmac entirely! Head over to East 55th Street Marina instead. You can park steps from the water, grab a refreshing handcrafted mocktail at The Galley (inside the new Patrick Parker Community Sailing Center), sit comfortably in the shade, and watch the jets shake the sky right overhead! 🌊🍹✨

Save this for your weekend flight plans, share it with a friend, and drop your favorite low-stress viewing spot in the comments below! 👇

09/03/2026

Holy sketch, you guys! 🎨✨ If you haven’t checked out Comic Club at the Cleveland Museum of Art Community Art Center yet, you are seriously missing out!

It’s held the first Saturday of every month, completely FREE of charge, and open to all ages—which means it’s time to draw your own conclusions! 😉

Here’s why we’re totally obsessed:

Role Model Magic: Having an incredibly talented Black male artist leading the group is everything. Kobe’s cool, wildly inspiring, and hands-down the ultimate role model for my artistically gifted son. Representation truly matters! 🖤✨

Parade the Circle Vibes: You get all that iconic Community Art Center creative energy and magic, minus the scorching heat and massive crowds. Talk about a picture-perfect day!

Whether you’re a seasoned illustrator or just starting to line up your creative passions, this spot is an absolute gem.

Mark your calendars—we’ll see you on the flip side this Saturday! 🖌️🚀

📍 Cleveland Museum of Art Community Art Center (West 25th / Pivot Center)
🗓️ First Saturday of every month | FREE for all ages!

09/03/2026

Looking for a fun, creative, and totally free weekend plan with the kids? 🎨✨

Join us this Saturday for Comic Club at the Community Arts Center! This free, kid-friendly workshop is led by a professional artist who will help young creators bring their wildest comic book ideas and stories to life.

Plus, the setting itself is pure inspiration—it’s housed in the exact same unique space where the iconic Parade the Circle floats live year-round! Walking through and creating art surrounded by those massive, whimsical giant puppets and floats is an experience all on its own.

Grab the family and drop in for a morning of creativity, imagination, and community art. It’s truly fantastic! 🖼️✏️

📍 Where: Community Arts Center

⏰ When: This Saturday

🎟️ Cost: FREE & Open to All Ages

Tag a parent who needs a great weekend activity! 👇

09/02/2026

Hi Barbie! 👋 Is your dream job "Beach?" then it's time to settle the score once and for all: Does the East Side actually beach better than the West?

Anywhere else, these low-stress waterfront spots would be a solid 10, but we’re putting them to the ultimate test. We’ve packed our pink energy, skipped the parking lot hunger games, and headed east to explore three quiet, crowd-free Cleveland coastal escapes.

Is the East Side "kenough" to take the crown, or does the West Side still hold the title? We’re laying out all the details on Sims Beach, the Euclid Beach & Villa Angela 2-for-1 combo, and the cliffside views at Lakefront Lodge. Guide includes real talk on accessiblity, pet friendliness & overall vibe.

Head to the link in bio to read the full Beach-Off post now live on the blog, and drop a comment below—which side of town gets your vote for the ultimate peaceful lakefront reset? 🌅✨

09/01/2026

Floating down the Seine on our cruise out of Canal Saint-Martin, "New York, New York" started playing through the speakers just as we pulled up to Paris’s largest Statue of Liberty.

And out of nowhere, it completely caught me off guard.

Whatever our country might be wrestling with right now, standing there on that boat, I was just hit with a wave of pure gratitude. Gratitude for the life, the opportunities, and the second chances I’ve been given back home—the kind that allowed me to bring my son on his dream trip to Paris.

Travel has a funny way of stripping away the noise and reminding you of what actually matters.

🗽 Fun trivia: Paris is actually home to six Statue of Liberty replicas! This 37-foot bronze on Île aux Cygnes is the largest outdoor version in the city, given to France in 1889 by American expats to celebrate the centennial of the French Revolution.

Have you ever had a moment while traveling that unexpectedly brought you to tears? Drop it in the comments below. 👇

08/31/2026

If you’ve avoided Huntington Beach for years because of those massive stone stairs, you are NOT alone. I did the exact same thing! 🌊

It turns out Huntington Beach IS accessible—mobi-mats, boardwalks, and courtesy beach wheelchairs are available right at the water (just ask a lifeguard on duty!).

The hardest part? Finding the drive-down drop-off entrance! Even after someone told me where it was, I still drove right past it twice because the signage is small and it really feels like a road you shouldn't be driving down.

Save this reel for your next Lake Erie beach day so you know exactly where to turn! 🏖️

📍 Huntington Beach, Bay Village, OH
♿ Handicap parking & drop-off loop right at the sand

08/30/2026

Baber Nugget Zion: "I think they all want to be my friend!" 🦜

Honestly? I’m adopting this exact mindset for the rest of the week—approaching every day with the total belief that everything (and everyone) just wants to be my friend.

If you’re heading up toward Port Clinton/Lake Erie North Coast, stopping at the African Safari Wildlife Park is an absolute must-do (especially the parakeet aviary!). We end up in this area once or twice a year, and this memory is still one of my all-time favorites.

Core memories like these are such a sweet reminder to slow down, take a breath, and let pure joy refuel your cup.

What’s a travel memory with your kids that always makes you smile when you look back on it? 👇

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