This image from my instagram memories helps to keep me motivated; I took it on an early morning 7 mile run in 2018.
Endurance is on my mind these days.
Since college, I have been a kind of / sort of runner. Back then, running looked like hitting the hills in warm weather (and the coliseum in cold) at WVU with my bestie, logging 3-4 miles and about 2000 stairs at the end of every day. Those runs were exhilarating, and truth be told, not that hard...I could have gone longer and further, if not for my interest in getting to happy hour with my friends. As work, marriage, and kids came along, my running routine evolved from logging miles pushing a jogging stroller (first a single then a double) to treadmills to being grateful to walk 3 miles a few weeks after a surgery. Turning 50 later this year isn’t helping my endurance mindset; but I am determined to get it back since my previous peak was just a few years ago, when running 5-7 miles a day literally kept my mind and heart on the right path. continue reading
Amelia
Editor in Chief
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Supporting Local Businesses
The past year has brought the temporary or permanent closure of some of our favorite local shops, so we're thrilled to hear that one of our eclectic favorites, Tigertree, is coming out of hibernation! They'll soon be moving to a bigger space in Clintonville, and resuming in-store shopping in the near future.
Looking Forward
Things are starting to look up, and we are beginning to look forward. There is hope that in-person events will return in the fall, and after seeing Broadway in Columbus' season line-up, we really, really can't wait. Hamilton is first up, set to run from September 21st to October 17th.
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Fashion season is in full swing, even though most shows are happening virtually. All virtual shows, however disappointing, give designers the opportunity to make creative decisions that wouldn't be possible with an in-person audience. Our favorite example of this is Miu Miu's FW21 show, located high in the Dolomites.
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Chanel's FW21 collection, presented this week in Paris, takes classic Chanel fabrics and cuts to the nightclub. Gorgeous metallics are paired with traditional tweed coats to create some of our favorite looks of the season.
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Former NBA All-Star, Olympic Gold Medalist, and visionary venture capitalist Michael Redd gave us a peak into his world, his family, and his home last month. The 2020 Ohio State Commencement speaker is full of insight, and we are excited to where 2021 takes Redd.
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Elderly Americans have been caught in a catch-22 with dire consequences. The threat of contracting COVID-19 is compounded by the separation from family and friends. And while the community aspects of assisted living may seem appealing to some, pandemic outbreaks are showing the vulnerability of community living. Home Care Assistance provides expert at-home care to ensure that seniors can stay safe and comfortable in their own homes.
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RECREATION UNLIMITED
In place of their annual in-person wine tasting and auction, "Flavors of the Vine," Recreation Unlimited will be hosting an online auction from March 18-22. The funds from the auction will support camp operations, PPE supplies, and scholarship funding for campers.
Bidding begins at 8am on March 18th and ends at 11:45pm on March 22nd.
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SERVICE RELIEF
Service Relief was founded last month by several Columbus-area chefs with the mission to provide monetary aid to hospitality workers in our city. They recently announced that more grants of up to $1000 will be distributed to workers who apply. If you'd like to support Service Relief, enter their Chef Auction! If you win, you'll receive 8 dinners for 6 prepared by 8 different local chefs.
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FRANKLIN PARK CONSERVATORY
Franklin Park Conservatory's annual Orchids Exhibition comes to an end this Sunday (March 7th), so be sure not to miss out on this gorgeous escape from the dullness of winter. If you can't make it to Orchids, don't worry! The Conservatory's famous Butterflies and Blooms exhibition runs until May 31st, so there is plenty of time to support Franklin Park Conservatory and enjoy stunning flowers and greenery.
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VASO
If you look through photos of elaborate outdoor dining hotspots in NYC with jealously, look no further. Vaso's gorgeous rooftop location in Dublin will transport you to a world of sophistication and amazing Spanish tapas. Private igloos and creative cocktails will keep you warm as you gaze out over the Scioto from the top of the AC Dublin hotel.
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THE KITCHEN
It's hard to find things to do in the winter, and this year especially has us stuck at home more than we'd like. The Kitchen is the perfect opportunity to get out of the house for more than just a meal. Enjoy an interactive cooking and dining experience at The Kitchen, or purchase one of their meal kits for a fun night at home.
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DOWNTOWN
The sun and warmer weather is making us far more restless than usual. We long for the days when travel was safe and easy, but who says we can't get a luxury vacation just 20 minutes away? Le Méridien Columbus, The Joseph is located in the heart of the Short North and will make your home office seem far, far away. Enjoy gorgeous design, a top-of-the-line spa, and two exclusive art programs.
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OUT WEST
Winter is almost over, but ski season isn't. Whether you're planning a spring break trip, or just a weekend getaway, Colorado's famous mountains have all that you need for a luxury retreat. Check out our review of the two most popular destinations - Vail and Aspen - to decide where you should hit the slopes.
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CUTTING-EDGE PERFORMANCE CARS
If we didn't already have enough to look forward to this fall (vaccines, the return of in-person events), this round up of 2022 luxury performance vehicles would be enough. Until then, we'll be daydreaming about getting behind the wheel of the limited production BMW M5 CS.
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If you thought vinyl records were a relic of the past, think again. In 2020, vinyl sales increased by nearly 30%. Now is the perfect time to dig out your old records, or start a new collection.
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The Planter of Modern Life is a fascinating biography of Louis Bromfield, the father of modern organic farming. The narrative follows Bromfield's life from his days as a
World War I ambulance driver to his life as a farmer in Ohio.
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