A string of text messages that started at 10:15pm:
George – Kids go down ok?
Me – Bahhhhhh! They’ve been down for like 15 minutes
George – Whaaaaaaaaa? Everything ok?
Me – Yea! You know….mom’s home so they get how they can just manipulate me!
George – Lol. That shit don’t fly with me
Me – I know, but more importantly, they know too (sad emoji)
George – Ha
…. and that is pretty much our life, Mom tends to be the softy! But how can you not be with these sweet faces?
My little boy is OBSESSED with Iron Man to the point where I begged all my family friends to donate toy catalogs just so he could look through them to find his beloved character. Then I found out that Marvel Universe LIVE was coming to US Bank Arena and that was a game changer because now I’m excited along with my little boy.
Marvel fans, assemble! Marvel Universe LIVE! is taking the live entertainment experience to a whole new level, with a mind-blowing show unlike anything you’ve seen before. Watch your favorite Marvel Super Heroes including Spider-Man and the Avengers (Iron Man, Black Widow, Hulk and more) and threatening villains come to life in an action-packed arena extravaganza, coming to the Cincinnati. You’ll definitely feel the energy with cutting-edge special effects, pyrotechnics, aerial stunts, martial arts, motorcycles and more. It’s being hailed as the most technically advanced live show ever. Join Marvel fans of all ages for this once-in-a-lifetime, monumental performance. The fate of the universe depends on it!
This show is coming to the US Bank Arena December 17-20, 2015. There’s quite a few show time choices for all of the super heroes out there.
Show Times Schedule:
| Date | Morning | Afternoon | Late Afternoon | Evening |
| Thursday, Dec. 17 | 7:00 PM | |||
| Friday, Dec. 18 | 7:00 PM | |||
| Saturday, Dec 19 | 11:00 AM | 3:00 PM | 7:00 PM | |
| Sunday, Dec. 20 | 1:00 PM | 5:00 PM |
Prices:
These range from $20 for kids tickets up to $120 for VIP Gold Seats. (For the kids tickets, here’s some more information: Not valid on premium seating. No double discounts. Child discount applies to children ages 2-12. Service charges, handling, and facility fees may apply.
Downtown Fun
If you’re planning on heading downtown after Thanksgiving be sure to look for some Marvel super hero fun in and around the square. I saw first hand in the lobby of the Fountain Square Garage (upper level) some super awesome elevator doors decor, pretty cool.
What’s the show going to be like?
This video should answer any questions you have:
But, if you do still have questions, then visit the Marvel Universe LIVE website.
So are you in? I know I am. Would you like a chance to win tickets to the opening night show? Then here’s how you can enter to win a family four pack of tickets to see the opening night performance on December 17 at 7 pm. You must be 18 years or older to enter; and you must reside in the Greater Cincinnati Area. Tickets will be available at Will Call — a valid ID is required in order to pick up your tickets. Here’s FOUR chances to win (please leave a comment for each entry and I’ll use Random.org to choose the winner):
1. Leave a comment below letting me know which is your favorite Marvel super hero.
2. Like Marvel Universe Live on Facebook and leave a comment letting me know.
3. Sign up to receive The Herron Nest Newsletter.
4. Tweet this giveaway and tag @JesyHerron for it to count!
The winner will be chosen at 8 am on Tuesday, December 8. Winners have 24 hours to respond once contacted via email or another winner will be drawn. If you win, I hope you come to the show decked out in your favorite super hero flair!
I am a Feld Family Ambassador, and in exchange for my time and efforts in attending shows and reporting my opinion within this blog, as well as keeping you advised of the latest discount offers, Feld Entertainment has provided me with complimentary tickets to Feld shows and opportunities to attend private Feld pre-Show events.
So I’m not the biggest baseball fan {gasp} but even I think it is cool for Cincinnati to be hosting the MLB All Star Game 2015. The buzz and energy around the city is contagious! Everywhere you turn or look downtown Cincinnati you’ll find “ASG” or “All Star Game” graffiti. My favorite ASG Cincinnati additions are a toss up between the Mustache statues around town and the Scripps Building transformation to resemble Mr. Redlegs with the pillbox hat and mustache.
Cousins visiting from Atlanta enjoying the view of Mr Redlegs
If you are in town visiting for the All Star Game or even a native to the ‘Nati you can use this map to help you locate All Star Game Mustache Statues around the downtown Cincinnati region.
Have you thought about using the Red Bike to get around Downtown Cincinnati while searching for the All Star Game Mustache Statues? Here is a fun video that my company, US Digital Partners, produced to give a fun tour of the Downtown Cincinnati attractions for DCI and to promote the new Downtown Cincinnati app. The app was produced as an essential guide to Downtown Cincinnati visitors and locals to find a current list of what’s happening downtown. You can browse restaurants, bars, shops, parking and attractions. Click play below and check out yours truly riding around Downtown Cincinnati showcasing all the great things to do and see while you are visiting for the All Star Game 2015 and don’t forget to download the new app!
What are your favorite Cincinnati attractions?
What are you most looking forward to during the All Star Game 2015 festivities?
Today I met some super blogging rockstars and heard about many of their blog content, success stories and how they conduct business with PR firms on sponsored posts. No joke, these bloggers are so cool! It was like watching some documentary on talented athletes when they give you a “behind the scenes” tour and talk about how they were able to have so many slam dunks, home runs or touchdowns. The other awesome vibe I took away from meeting these superstars was that they all were so transparent and helpful towards each other – there was never any blogger-on-blogger crime but more of “you aren’t charging enough” and “congratulations on that awesome opportunity” which was great to hear. I met a blogger who contributes to Pillsbury and one blogger who’s daughter was just found out she will have a line with J. Crew {p.s. she is FOUR years old}. I’m telling you – CRAZY talent in Cincinnati. So because I was just bumping elbows with the best of blogging in the city, I thought I would share with you some of their Giveaway posts that allows you to not only add great reading material to your daily/weekly intake but also potentially win some cool swag.
Two tickets to the Nutcracker (ends today – HURRY) Adventure Mom & The Little Things
Fazoli’s Frozen Appetizers (love this blog for all things FOOD) The Food Hussy
Home Depot Gift Card ($100 value) ahhh, yes please! Womanly Woman
Wild Kratts autographed photo and toy prize pack 4 The Love of Family
Krohn Conservatory’s Magic & Mistletoe (I’ve heard this is amazing) The Little Things
One series of questions I get on a more than regular basis since having Jack are the following:
One of our many adventures from this past weekend.
– Have you gone back to work?
YES
– Wow, already, how’s that been?
The answer to the second question is the one I say with a smirky smile and sort of feel guilty when I say it. My answer goes a little like this: I AM back to work and I’m loving it!
Which is typically followed up with…..
– Do you miss them?
um, DUH!
So why do I feel guilty for going back to work? I shouldn’t feel guilty for loving what I do, I should feel blessed, grateful, successful, ect. but instead I feel deep-down that my answer should be something like this: Ugh, yeah I’m back to work but I wish I had 4 more weeks with my babies. The truth is really that I DO love my babies and I DO miss them while at work but I feel like my calling is to be a full-time working momma, not a stay at home one. I give mad props to the ladies and gents who stay home with their kiddos and I give mad props to the grandma and grandpa’s and the babysitters who love my kids while I’m out fulfilling my purpose as a human being – working in corporate ‘murica.
But look at how much fun she is having!! #worthit
There are some serious downsides to working full-time, I seriously run my family bonkers on the weekends. It’s like I’m trying to make up for the time lost during the week but jam-packing every fun thing I can think of into two days. Especially during the summer, that is when I’m a family event planner extraordinaire, or at least I think I am. We are at the zoo in the morning, pool in the afternoon, swing set outside while grilling out in the evening followed up with a movie kind of family. And that is a LOW-KEY day!
Please tell me I’m not abnormal – please tell me that there are other full-time working momma’s out there that are feeling the same way, pretty please 🙂
Had to add one of Jack too, he’s just so damn cute and such a good sport about his momma’s crazy antics!
Abbey and Papa at the 2013 Circus at U.S. Bank Arena
The weather is heating up in Cincinnati and so are the fun-filled-family-friendly events. What I’m trying to say is that the CIRCUS IS COMING TO TOWN! Last year we took Ab to her first show and she was literally bright-eyed and full of squeals with all the excitement. I will be 9 months pregnant this time but too excited to see her reaction again to miss the Greatest Show On Earth!
Excited to take your kids to the greatest show on Earth?!?
“Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey ® Presents Built To Amaze!℠, the 143rd edition of the Greatest Show On Earth. Surprise and wonder delights audiences with over the top feats of strength, agility and courage. As the momentum builds so does the anticipation, anything can happen when Ringling Bros. Presents Built To Amaze!
Circus performers from across the globe create the perfect blend of athleticism and bravery, where power meets fearlessness and amazement has no bounds. Magnificent elephants, ferocious tigers, astonishing acrobats and awe-inspiring aerialists are engineered into one spectacular performance.
Celebrate the tradition TODAY and experience it’s modern flare of twists and turns where excitement and suspense are so intense you’ll be tempted to cover your eyes.
From the blueprints to the band, the crates to the clowns, the hammer to the high wire, witness the spectacle as we measure out the perfect mix of marvel and majesty in an imagination equation where the impossible comes to life. Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey®Presents Built To Amaze! ”
Where? US Bank Arena
When? March 12 7:00pm; March 13 7:00 pm; March 14 7:00 pm; March 15 11:00 am, 3:00 pm or 7:00 pm; March 16 11 am, 3:00 pm or 7:00 pm.
Opening Night tickets are just $12 – No code needed! Family 4-pack offer $99 includes 4 tickets, popcorn, marshmallow pops and lemonades. Get your tickets here: http://www.ticketmaster.com/venueartist/180631/1788389.
Winner will receive a Family 4-Pack of passes to the Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Circus opening night on March 12, 7 PM at US Bank Arena in Cincinnati. Mandatory entry is to answer this question? What’s you’re favorite act in the circus? Would it be the lions and tigers? How about the clowns? Tight rope walkers are pretty fun too! Share your favorite in the comments section!
That gives you four ways to enter. You must be 18 and a resident of the Greater Cincinnati area in order to qualify to win. Winner will be drawn on February 27 at 7 PM using Random.org and will be notified via email. The winner will have 24 hours to respond or a new winner will be drawn. Tickets will be made available at Will Call at the US Bank box office by Noon the day of your event. Photo ID required in order to claim your tickets.
http://imlivingthegoodlifeblog.com/2014/02/11/circus-giveaway/
Disclosure: I am a Feld Family Ambassador, and in exchange for my time and efforts in attending shows and reporting my opinion within this blog, as well as keeping you advised of the latest discount offers, Feld Entertainment has provided me with complimentary tickets to Feld shows and opportunities to attend private Feld pre-Show events.
With the holiday season upon us, it is impossible to not be in a giving mood. And in the spirit of “giving” I’m thrilled to be sharing this special giveaway on The Herron Nest with all of you.
I was recently approached by a very loving family about the idea of giving away a photo shoot to a family who doesn’t have the means to pay for this themselves. With presents to be purchased and large families to host, sometimes these extras aren’t in the budget, right?
Here is how this unique giveaway will work:
Please post a comment with a little description about what “family” means to you and why the donors should pick your family for this fun photo session {Check out the gallery and photo style of photographers, Jonbob and Jeremy, at http://thesimpleportraitproject.com}. Feel free to share this post with a family you feel will really appreciate the offer or “nominate” a family that deserves an opportunity to be photographed together for the holidays.
{Photo Shoot Details}
{Giveaway Details}
The giveaway includes one 1/2 hour photo shoot {date and time has already been chosen, make sure you are available for the time-slot} and 4 Hi Res JPEG “digital” prints via disc. Additional Hi Res JPEG files are $25 each available for your choice to purchase. There are also options of purchasing archival-quality signed prints {see pricing} or you can simply take the disc and choose your print method ie: Snapfish, Shutterfly, etc.
The family who wins the Simple Portrait Project Family Photo Shoot giveaway will be chosen on November 27th – all entries must be submitted by 1pm on 11/27 for consideration. Be sure to leave your email address in the comments section so that you can be contacted promptly.
This week has been very exciting and “Disney-themed.”
First, I get The Little Mermaid from the hubby, what?!?!?! I am so excited to watch and re-live childhood memories plus I cannot wait to belt out all the tunes and watch with my Abbey-girl, I hope this is favorite for her as it has been for me since I was a little girl.
Second, I received an email with the news of a giveaway opportunity for a family 4-pack to the Disney on Ice Celebrates 100 Years of Magic show at US Bank Arena. Wahoo! I’ve been wondering when I was going to get the details for this awesome show and I’m now super happy to share them with you.
Join the celebration as more than 60 of Disney’s unforgettable characters from 18 beloved stories come to life in Disney On Ice celebrates 100 Years of Magic! You’ll be captivated by the one and only Mickey Mouse, the irresistible Minnie Mouse, Goofy, Donald Duck, Jiminy Cricket, Pinocchio and many Disney Princesses. Be thrilled by exciting moments from The Lion King; Mulan; and Disney/Pixar’s Finding Nemo, The Incredibles, and Toy Story films; in a skating spectacular filled with magical Disney moments you’ll remember forever as Disney On Ice celebrates 100 Years of Magic!
Show times are Wednesday, Oct. 30, 7 p.m., Thursday, Oct. 31, 7 p.m., Friday, Nov. 1, 7 p.m., Saturday, Nov. 2, 11 a.m., 3 p.m. and 7 p.m. and Sunday, Nov. 3, 1 p.m. and 5 p.m. Ticket prices are $17 to $56 and available at the U.S. Bank Arena box office, at all TicketMaster locations, www.ticketmaster.com or by calling 1.800.745.3000.
DISNEY ON ICE SUPER FAMILY 4 PACK
OFFER:
Family Four Pack – $99.00 valid on non-VIP seats. The offer excludes Weekday performances because of the weekday pricing discount of $12 flat non-VIP tickets.
4 – $20.00 tickets (Dayton only) or $22.00 tickets (Cincinnati only)
4 – 16oz Lemonade (in a Disney On Ice logo plastic cup)
4 – REG Popcorn Box
4 – Disney On Ice Coloring Book
RESTRICTIONS:
If you’d like to enter to win tickets, I’m giving away FOUR tickets to see the show either on October 30 or October 31 at 7:00pm. (your choice on which day you’d like to attend between these two dates). Winner must be 18 years of age. Tickets will be available for pick up at Will Call (must have your ID). Winner will be chosen at 10 am on Tuesday, October 22. Winner will receive an email, and will have 24 hours to reply. Here’s how you can win — three chances — please leave one comment per entry (don’t forget to include your email address):
1. Answer this question: In Beauty and the Beast, according to LeFou, “No beast alive stands a chance against. . .” whom?
2. Who’s your favorite Disney on Ice Character?
3. How many times have you seen a Disney on Ice show?
That’s it! Good luck!
I am a Feld Family Ambassador, and in exchange for my time and efforts in attending shows and reporting my opinion within this blog, as well as keeping you advised of the latest discount offers, Feld Entertainment has provided me with complimentary tickets to Feld shows and opportunities to attend private Feld pre-Show events.
For the second year we have had the opportunity to get pictures taken in the Sunflower field at Cottell Park in Mason, OH. The setting is always breathtaking and for the second year in a row we have completely lucked out on the weather. I was almost giddy when I saw the first sign of bloom at the corner of Snider and Irwin-Simpson Road, had to take a few iPhone pics myself and let Gayle know that we were ready for the pictures in the sunflower field. There are several reasons why these are among my absolute favorite pictures of Abbey; we are in a field of sunflowers, my photography genius cousin (Gayle Rothmeeler) is the one taking the photos, Abbey gets to run around and play at the park after we are done capturing the perfect shots and we always seem to luck out with the weather.
Here are some of my personal favorites from the teaser shots that Gayle sent me through her photography Facebook page:
Here are just a few shots that I put side-by-side to show the comparison from 9 months old (last years photo session) and 20 months old. SHOEY that girl was a healthy looking baby! I miss those puffy cheeks.
The sunflowers are still in bloom and probably will be for the next week or so, I encourage you to at least check out the fields as they are gorgeous in person. And if you want your little one’s pictures taken or pictures for the family, you can reach out to Gayle at 513.258.7337.
I’m sure like many other families with both parents working, the weekends become madness with cramming all family time into just 2 short days. Our family is no different except for the fact that my family includes me! I want to do so much that I’m literally dragging George and Abbey all over the place and come Sunday night we are all extremely exhausted. Luckily we are all having fun and creating great memories together. Here are some highlights of a typical Herron Nest weekend. 
Friday:
Saturday:
Sunday:
As George and I have said, this is what its all about. Feeling exhausted on Sunday knowing that we had a great weekend filled with lots of Abbey playtime and getting some stuff around the house. I know that we are not the only ones that jam-pack our weekends but I’m also curious as to how the rest of you balance family life. How often and when do you and your significant other do date nights? What is your typical weekend like? Maybe we are the only ones that go 100 miles per hour from 6:00p Friday night to 8:00p Sunday night. Any and all comments welcome!
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