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If you’re planning a solo, couple, or family vacation for 2019, why not try a cruise? For me, cruising is a way to see the world, be pampered with luxury accommodations, enjoy fantastic entertainment, and partake in delicious food. If you’ve been put off by the idea of taking a cruise, the time has come to give cruising a try. And with the new year…
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Our Beef Barbacoa Instant Pot Tacos Recipe is a favorite around our dinner table. Easy, delicious, the kids love, and they make great leftovers for lunch. I have traveled all over the Caribbean and if there is one thing I love no matter where I am, it is Barbacoa. The word barbecue comes from Barbacoa and in the traditional usage, it is slow-cooked meat. This…
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Belize is one of our favorite escapes. We love the people, the food, the beauty, and the fly fishing. It is totally relaxing! Plus, there are so many options for things to do and truly something for everyone. You can have a beach vacation, a jungle retreat, a grand adventure, just relax, or any combination of it all. But, flying to and around Belize can…
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I consider myself “That Aunt”. I say it all cheery and happy…full of buying my nieces and nephews what they want, allowing them to eat what they want, and most likely saying things that I want. But, I am pretty sure when my siblings and their spouses say “That Aunt”, they use a different tone… Finding the balance is really hard. There are three of us sisters….
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You know, I do not believe in the whole “New Year New You” thing. Truth is, we all make up excuses and say “Okay, I’ll start next week…” Then we end up doing what we want when we want. So, the best advice I adhere to is to NOT to make a Dream or Bucket List. Make a To-Do list instead and just get it…
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Where our food comes from is one of the most important things you should know. And not only the where, but also who is producing the food and are they pouring their heart and soul into that production. I have traveled from Kansas to Belize learning about farmers and food production and recently returned from Iceland. I spent a few days learning about meat, fish,…
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Pork loins are a staple in our house. This boneless Roasted Pork Loin with Polenta Puttanesca is easy, delicious and full of flavor! There are a few basics we always keep in our freezer and a boneless pork loin is one of them. They are so simple and so delicious to make. We love that you can prepare it so many ways and with very…
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Whether you are having a party, small get together, or just looking for a great seasonal cocktail, we have one for you. We love to serve this Gingerbread Eggnog Cocktail Recipe from Thanksgiving to Christmas. It is filled with all of the great flavors of the season. This is the perfect cocktail to welcome guests with when they arrive for a holiday party or as…
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This Sweet Potatoes and Chicken Sheet Pan Recipe is an easy meal prep recipe. Besides being delicious, it’s super easy thanks to being roasted all on one sheet pan! How often is it that the clean up after dinner is what gets you all crazy and not cooking dinner itself? This describes me to a tee and that is why I love one pan or…
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The transition to empty nesting was pretty easy for me. I mean I missed not having the twins around, but I was used to them being gone a lot. They travelled a lot during the summer for one thing. Plus, they were so busy the last few years of high school, my time with them kept shrinking. That said, most people have one or more…
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Providence, Rhode Island is a true hidden gem. Considered the Creativity Capital, Providence has many forms of creativity happening right in the heart of the city. From getting to Providence, finding the perfect place to stay, fabulous things to do, shopping, the arts, all sorts of dining experiences and so much more, it really is a perfect destination for everyone. Getting there…Providence is right off…
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With 2019 just around the corner and my super busy life, I have to take time to ensure I have my personal, work, and travel in order. Planning, tracking, and managing day-to-day means calendars, stationary, plans, and a few other things all need to be in place. And when it comes to all of this activity, I am a true paper person. I need for…
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We believe that life should be done well. From travel to food to fabulous finds, life should be lived with gusto, style, and sparkle, along with generosity and kindness. Because a life done well isn’t just about a luxury lifestyle, but it’s a great start!
