In one of last week's posts, I mentioned that there had been some recent last-minute travel. Unfortunately, it was not a pleasure trip, as it was triggered by the passing of my grandmother. Still attempting to sort out and handle my emotions, I am not yet able to appropriately share what a wonderful, amazing, loving woman ...
There's a rumor floating around that it's September. Since I feel, strongly, that we're only in mid-July, I'm fairly certain this September thing is just a rumor, but let me know if you're hearing the same sort of thing in your neck of the woods. In the meantime, why not join me and link up with Laura over ...
This past weekend I was lucky enough to attend a Girls Weekend on the beach with a few of my closest friends. Although technically a Staycation, it still felt like a vacation. And sometimes that's difficult when you already live in a place that most people think of as a vacation destination. There's a possibility that ...
One of the most well-known points of interest in Asheville, North Carolina is the Biltmore Estate. George Vanderbilt's country home, intended as an escape from every day life for his family and friends, entered construction in 1889. Opened (officially) in 1895, the Biltmore Home has over four acres of floor space and 250 rooms. While generously designed ...
Earlier this week I shared the first delicious details of our recent trip to Asheville, North Carolina. While we certainly ate our way through Asheville, we did find time for a few non-food adventures. Nestled in the Appalachian Mountains, Asheville is located on the Blue Ridge mountain chain. The Blue Ridge Parkway is an All-American Roadway that runs ...
Asheville, North Carolina, gets rave reviews. Friends and family who have visited in the past can not stop going on about the beauty, the food, the vibe, the breweries... By the time we finally got around to visiting Asheville, I was prepared for a letdown. It couldn't possibly as wonderful as all these people wanted ...
A few weeks ago, I caved. I did it. I gave in and purchased... a selfie stick. While I knew that using the device would make me feel exceptionally self-conscious, I still wanted the picture opportunities it offered. Also, I decided that if anyone gave me any guff (yes, guff) then I could just explain it ...
Real life after vacation is so confusing. Flat lands after mountains is disconcerting. Finding treats, that you forgot you purchased, while unpacking is fun! It's a roller coaster of emotions over here, and I'm just glad it's Friday. As usual, checking in with my favorite Friday link-ups: Oh, Hey Friday, High Five for Friday, Friday Favorites and Oh Hot ...
Just a few weeks ago, I was given the opportunity to answer some fun questions as part of the Sisterhood of the World Blogger Award. One of those questions had to do with road trips. Thinking about driving across the country always reminds me of a particular trip, from Cleveland to Tucson, with my father. We ...
The Four post has been floating around the Blogosphere and I'm jumping on the bandwagon. I've seen some posts that call out specific bloggers to complete the Four game, and some posts where bloggers just wanted to join in the fun. I'm the latter. Hope you enjoy getting to know me a little better! And, if ...
