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Mauritius is a favorite destination among travelers, whether you’re looking for adventure, luxury and pampering, or cheap holidays on an exotic island. Known worldwide for its white beaches and pristine waters, the country is unique in so many ways! Here are … Read more
The youngest of three children, Michelle Lynn Monaghan was born on March 23, 1976, in Winthrop, Iowa. In 1999, she quit college and moved to New York to work full-time as a fashion model. She traveled the world doing stints … Read more
I’ve spent many a conference week in and around the Anaheim Convention Center in Orange County California, so I when I had the opportunity to stay a night at the Wyndham at Anaheim Garden Grove, I expected more of the … Read more
Chiang Mai Curry Noodles, also known as Khao Soi, is a popular lunch meal found mainly in northern Thailand. This spicy noodle soup usually consists of a bowl of egg noodles and a chicken leg covered in a soupy mild … Read more
I travel and work an insane amount for a “stay at home mom”. I joke that if lightening ever strikes my house it’s going to hit me because I’m always glued to some piece of electronic technology – phone, tablet, laptop, camera, … Read more
Many are familiar with Pablo Picasso‘s work and contribution to the world of art. His career stretched over seven decades, and he introduced techniques that changed the evolution of art. When Picasso and Gerorges Braque presented the idea of cubism, … Read more
Today is Labor Day and technically the end of summer. This usually marks the point in fitness resolutions where you may get the urge to start slacking. The holidays and travel are fast approaching which means you can almost count … Read more
How many thumb drives have you lost? How many SD cards have you misplaced? How many computers have you had crash or cell phones lost with data you can’t get back? For me, there are too many to count. I … Read more
Thai cuisine has to be just about my most favorite food in the world. I recently took a 2 week trip to Thailand and I ate so much that I was 10 pounds heavier upon my return. This isn’t to … Read more
A warm salty breeze gently washes over your shoulders as you look your loved one in the eyes, toes wiggling nervously in the sand. You can almost smell the sunshine, as you hold hands and smile at one another as … Read more
As I drove to work this morning, I listened to the story of James Foley on NPR. While I heard about his work and his shocking death, I found myself full of heartache for this man and his family along … Read more
Did you know the very first known lighthouse was built around 280 BC in Alexandria, Egypt? The massive lighthouse sat at the entrance to Alexandria’s harbor and was referred to as the Pharos of Alexandria. It stood over 440 feet … Read more
If you find that your iPad is doing more sitting and less entertaining, chances are you probably just aren’t taking full advantage of all it has to offer. The new Otterbox Agility Tablet System is the perfect system for keeping … Read more
In addition to their delicious Khao Soi, Chiang Mai is also famous for it’s silk and hand-woven textiles. Along San Kamphaeng Road lay many factories and show rooms creating and displaying silk, silverware and gems. Approximately 8km south east of this … Read more
When people think of Alaska the images they conjure up tend to differ. Some think of a mother moose and her calf, some picture glaciers and mountains, others imagine days spent boating and fishing King Salmon, Halibut and Rock Fish. … Read more
At four years old, Maddilyn has already been through five carseats and let me tell you, they aren’t cheap! We started with the traditional infant carrier. It was cute and flowery but quickly outgrown and a baby with milk intolerance did … Read more