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  • On snowshoes in the Uinta National Forest outside of Park City UT
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    Away from the crowds in Park City UT

    ByEileen Ogintz March 7, 2022March 7, 2022

    PARK CITY, UT — Crunch…Crunch. Crunch… The only sound out here in the Uinta National Forest outside of Park City, Utah is our snowshoes on the snow.

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  • Holland America's Ooosterdam in Seward Alaska
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    It’s safe to cruise again. Time to re-book!

    ByEileen Ogintz March 7, 2022May 9, 2022

    Here’s the good news. We can sail safely on a cruise ship—even with young kids!

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  • Dominic smiles after a bath and massage with Head over Heart products
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    Non-toxic baby bath products from Hand Over Heart

    ByEileen Ogintz March 7, 2022March 7, 2022

    As a new mom of a 12-week-old baby boy, I try to create a non-toxic environment in my home by using safe and natural products. From nursery furniture to toiletries, I have frequently found “greenwashing” in baby products.

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  • Literary readings schedule in Dublin bookstore
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    Eight reasons to visit Ireland this year

    ByEileen Ogintz March 3, 2022June 28, 2023

    Ireland just announced that it will be extending the festivities for a four-day-long weekend this year, as part of a big “thank you” to frontline workers and everyone else for enduring the COVID-19 pandemic

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  • Our doggo enjoys the spacious Vacasa vacation rental in Park City UT
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    Why a vacation rental is great for family trips

    ByEileen Ogintz March 1, 2022June 28, 2023

    We are opting for a vacation rental because it offer a better value and a kitchen, especially important when traveling with young kids and extended family

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  • Dude Ranches: A Different Kind of All-Inclusive Resort
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    Dude Ranches: A Different Kind of All-Inclusive Resort

    ByEileen Ogintz March 1, 2022July 2, 2023

    You can relax without worrying about planning, cooking, cleaning or entertaining the kids at an all-inclusive dude ranch resort.

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  • Ripley is an avalanche rescue dog with the Breckenridge Ski Patrol. She hasn't seen any action yet but she's pupated!
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    Slope Side Lodging for families, pooches too

    ByEileen Ogintz February 24, 2022February 25, 2022

    Where would you go for an après ski treat? A snow beach or ice bar? S’mores made at a fire pit overlooking river ice floes. Perhaps a sleigh ride dinner.

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  • Delicate Arch in Arches National Park in Moab, Utah.
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    Taking the kids on spring break safely

    ByEileen Ogintz February 17, 2022April 28, 2022

    Especially this year, consider getting outdoors for spring break. The more time you can spend outdoors, the safer you’ll be.

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  • Image of Harriet Beecher Stowe and cover of "Uncle Tom's Cabin."
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    How to explore the Underground Railroad

    ByEileen Ogintz February 10, 2022February 10, 2022

    The Underground Railroad wasn’t underground nor was it a railroad. There were no tickets, guides or maps. It consisted of secret routes

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  • Trying the skeleton at Utah's Olympic Park
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    How to chase your own Olympic gold in the USA

    ByEileen Ogintz February 4, 2022February 4, 2022

    Here’s where you can take the kids and try an Olympic sport at Olympic venues in the United States, perhaps even getting the chance to meet former Olympians

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