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I am having trouble with the whole issue of sustainable travel, especially when it comes to travel to parts of the earth that are in grave danger. We give it fancy buzz words such as eco tourism. We use marketing strategies that tell people you must see it before it disappears. We make these trips very expensive and luxurious and to far away parts of…
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If you love to travel as much as I do, you’re gone as often as you get the chance. I wasn’t always this lucky, however, and didn’t get to travel much until my 30’s. I was recently talking with a friend and she asked where I’ve been off to lately. I listed my recent trips, California, Hawaii, Florida, sailing in the British Virgin Islands, all…
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Looking for the perfect gift for mom for Mother’s Day? We have it for you and it’s pretty special. Whether you live in Orlando, drive to Orlando, or fly to Orlando, make the best mother’s gift the Waldorf Astoria. We recently spent some time on this beautiful piece of property, located right in the middle of all the Disney and Orlando action. But, it’s like…
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Hello, Nordstrom’s! Hello, Lord and Taylor! Hello to all of my favorite stores, plus a discount! I never knew, but now I do and I’m so happy to learn about all the ways I can use Groupon Coupons. We use Groupons a lot for restaurants and services, but I had no idea I could use them at my favorite stores. I mean, come on friends, we…
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Truly, I have come full circle in my food world through my travels. No matter where I travel, I always need to know more, not only about where I am, but what they are doing. My food journey took a 360 back in October when I traveled to Kansas and spent time on the ranch of the amazing Debbie Lyons-Blythe and then again, when I…
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Eating real food does not mean skipping the things you love. In our house, we love a light, yummy biscuit every now and then, especially when they’re warm and topped with honey and fresh butter. The difference is we make them from scratch and use real ingredients. Taking only 30 minutes from start to finish, these whole white biscuits are also the perfect, last minute…
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There are vacations and then there are VACATIONS!! I certainly hope you’ve experienced the difference in your travels. My husband and I recently went on a 9-day sailing adventure around the British Virgin Isles with another couple and can’t stop thinking AND talking about it, we had such a fantastic time. And that’s what spawned the idea for this post. YOU KNOW IT WAS…
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Who’s had that day when you finally realize what you’re doing isn’t working and it’s time for a change? Well, that day recently happened to me. My working out on my own just hadn’t gotten me the results I wanted or needed and so, I knew in my heart that it was time to do things differently and that meant I had to hire a…
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I see no better way to support International Women’s Day on March 8 than supporting the women who strive everyday just to survive and eke out a living for their families. Let me explain… Currently, I am spending a wonderful vacation in Belize. I am in the southern most district of Toledo, staying at the beautiful Belcampo Belize. I am having a fantastic and eye…
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It happens. Kids grow up and then they are 18 and legal to drink in many countries where you may travel. The summer after my twins turned 18, they traveled to Europe and India together and were legal to drink. As they were staying in small hotels and hostels, we knew they would be asked regularly if they wanted a drink and so, we knew…
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He’s off on a 3 1/2 hour bike ride and I’m at home getting mold off the patio furniture and packing up “clutter”. What’s wrong with this picture? We’re moving in about a week to our new home, but I’m not quite sure why I’m saying “we”, when I’m actually doing all the work. I decluttered to stage our current home to put on…
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With spring getting closer, you’ll soon be spending more time outside and less time in the kitchen. So, you need meals that are not only easy to prepare, but can be used in many different ways during the week. I’ve found a roasted chicken with vegetables is the perfect meal to get me outside faster and who doesn’t want to spend less time in the kitchen…
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