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I have always been a little worried and some call me nuts about doing the best I can for the future of our planet. I recycle and drive as little as possible. While I admit I have a magazine and New York Times subscription, I do not use plastic bottles, I do not have a microwave, and so on. But I know darn well it…
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Sitka Alaska is a fabulous town. But I have to confess, we were not expecting much. Like most people who visit, we were there to get on a cruise. Yes, we were one of those people waiting to board a cruise. But our boat was a bit different. We were boarding the Mist Cove with the Boat Company, a twelve cabin ship. We were not on…
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So, it is your first time going to Venice Italy. Of course, you don’t want to miss a thing. You want to hit all the highlights, that’s only natural. But will you find the time to do it all? Are there places and things that a first timer must do when visiting Venice? Well, to us, the answer is a resounding yes! The Uniqueness of…
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There is so much our mother’s teach us, but there are a few things that slip through the cracks. Things that we all need as we get older, but never really know about until we need them. Things we do not talk about, but should, because hey make our lives so much better! Like that little chinny chin chin hair you discover in the car…
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When it comes to dining at Disney World, there’s much more to savor than beers around the world at Epcot or Dole Whips. Disney World is home to some of the finest restaurants in the country with premiere chefs and epic cuisine. Check out our favorite luxury dining choices at Disney World. Victoria and Albert’s Grand Floridian Resort At $60+ per dining adult, Victoria and…
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Cooking in a slow cooker is so convenient and it’s even better when you choose fresh ingredients to make your healthy meals come alive with flavor. Here are 20 fresh ingredient favorite slow cooker recipes that will save you time as you set them and forget them until supper time! 1. Whole Chicken Nothing looks better than a whole chicken straight out of your slow cooker with…
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Spring is finally here which means flowers are in full bloom. And I’m so excited to find one of my favorites, peonies. These gorgeous flowers have really become super popular in recent years, but my mom has grown them in her garden for as long as I can remember. I guess they were rediscovered and became the “it” flower… What I’m loving about this “rediscovery”…
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Right smack in the middle of the United States is an amazing Chef, Nick Strawhecker. In 2009, Chef opened Dante in West Omaha which featured a delicious Italian hyper-seasonal and farm-to-table dining experience. In 2017, Chef saw a need for fast-fine dining in Omaha and opened his second restaurant, Dante Pizzeria Napoletana. Chef’s new restaurant holds to the same standards as his original Dante, but brings…
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Monaco is this teeny tiny country (city-country) surrounded by France, Spain, and the Mediterranean Sea. Known for fast cars, expensive yachts, and, of course, Grace Kelly, Monaco is also packed with history, culture, grandeur, amazing food, and so much to see and do. Only 499 acres in total, the country is one of Europe’s leading resort areas. Although small – it’s actually the second smallest country…
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We travel, we shop, and we basically discover new things each and every week. But honestly, many of my favorite fabulous finds are those that I end up using each and every day. When I’m home, I love to cook as much as possible. Yes, I love to go out, too, but out of our 21 meals a week, I cook about 16-17 of them….
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Each week our lives bring us to different places. We meet new people and discover new things. We love to find what is fresh, what is old but we don’t know about, and of course, wonderful things to share with you. This week I have a collection of flowers to wine finds I picked up, had delivered, and use some everyday. I hope you find…
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We love certain airlines and we try to stay loyal with a few exceptions. Maybe there’s a great flight option or our airlines do not service where we are going. Also, we give up loyalty a lot when flying internationally. Truth is, Business and First Class with most airlines these days give you the benefits of loyalty on long-haul flights. BUT, we do not fly budget…
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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!
