Travel focused lifestyle blog featuring recipe, family and garden content
For someone who grew up in 4 door, 4×4 trucks all her life the idea of driving around a subcompact was almost enough to make me feel claustrophobic. I was nervous, and the snow storm about to rock the state didn’t … Read more
Its nice to have the occasional mixed drink but I’m the type of person who can always taste an alcohol in anything. It gets frustrating. My liquor of choice is vodka and I purchase top of the line, even flavored … Read more
Have you ever read a Nicholas Sparks’ book and wondered about the author’s choices? Why are all of his novels set in eastern North Carolina? Are you eagerly anticipating his latest novel to hit the big screen, Safe Haven? Well…in … Read more
With family spread out from Washington to New York to California to Korea the holidays always mean travel. This holiday season, we packed our bags, boarded a plane and headed to visit our family in Seattle, Washington for Christmas. Living … Read more
Every girl wants to be pretty. We dream about smooth, flawless skin and thick gorgeous hair. With a multitude of treatments, lotions, creams, sprays, shampoos and conditioners out there you would think we could all achieve. Maybe it’s because there are … Read more
There’s one thing you can count on when it comes to weddings…they’re expensive. Luckily, there are lots of ways to save money on your wedding. Ask friends to take your wedding pictures, buy a used wedding dress, schedule the wedding … Read more
There’s something about a beach cottage that just oozes relaxation. Maybe it’s the fresh sea air, or the sound of the waves crashing on the shore. Or maybe it’s simply because beach cottages are typically decorated in a very laid-back, … Read more
Does the new year inspire you to remodel rooms in your home? Have you ever re-done a room not because it needed updating, but just because you wanted a new look? I’m guilty of wanting to change cabinet hardware or a paint … Read more
Tomorrow with six days left before Christmas, the weather in Houston is forecast to be an 80 degree day! The good news, a cold front is supposed to move in Thursday and stay through Christmas. With cooler weather and a … Read more
This was our first year of “Elf on the Shelf” adventures with our children, and boy, is it a lot of work! It’s also a ton of fun for us and the kids. After the kids are tucked in, and … Read more
I love the holidays. My favorite time of year are the months between October and January. Between Halloween, Thanksgiving, Christmas, New Year and our anniversary I’m never feel more festive. I love the decorations, traditions, the music and of course … Read more
Our world was rocked Friday, when a gunman walked into Sandy Hook Elementary in the small town of Newtown, CT and killed 28 people. As news of the events lit up social networks, parents throughout the country experienced a roller … Read more
Yep folks. It’s that time of year. It’s time for the unveiling of our 3rd Annual Ugly Christmas Sweater Family Photos! And the last one, we entered in a photo contest. So if it makes you laugh (and you know … Read more
I’m a self proclaimed Wine connoisseur. A wonderful way to spend an evening is grilling out on the deck of our little beach house with friends. Of course, what kind of host would I be if I didn’t supply wine … Read more
“It is the most wonderful time of the year!” If you’re a fan of holiday movies, then you know that these words sum up what it’s all about. In addition to making cute holidays treats, every year I look forward … Read more
Everywhere you look these days, nail art on ladies and girls is the trend! Disney*Pixar and butter London have created a custom nail bar so you lasses can achieve the Scottish tartan look. The custom design, inspired by Brave, was created … Read more