Okay, I’ll be the first to admit it. It can be difficult traveling to triathlons. Throw kids in tow into the mix and it makes it even tougher when you’re traveling to the races. Picking the location, making sure you’ve packed everything EVERYONE needs, traveling with a bike, packing up the car or flying, getting that right-sized rental car, unpacking at the hotel, being left…
Continue reading
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…
Continue reading
There is nothing is the world like a hungry triathlete and I mean nothing! There are a few times when all the planning and nutrition plans just do not work. Like a long day at the office and they are not able to get their afternoon snack and they get home for a workout with nothing in the belly. These times call for desperate measures…
Continue reading
We did it! We took the plunge and David registered for Ironman 70.3 Arizona in October. Our last race was Ironman Texas in May 2015, so it’s been a long time and we’re both anxious to get back in the game… To ease his return into the world of triathlon, he picked this race since he knows the course like the back of his hand….
Continue reading
Traveling is a huge part of our lives. We travel for fun, for vacation, for fly fishing, for work, for triathlons, to see family, and sometimes just because. Finding the perfect place to stay always take priority, because where you stay plays a very important role in your overall vacation experience. Whether we are staying one night or two weeks, we want to be comfortable,…
Continue reading
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…
Continue reading
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…
Continue reading
I’m so happy to get to celebrate two of my favorite things – Cinco de Mayo and Tequila! Cinco de Mayo is celebrated on May 5 to commemorate the Mexican’s army victory over France in the Battle of Puebla during the Franco-Mexican War. The day has evolved into a celebration of Mexican culture and heritage and brings me to the reason I’m giving you a…
Continue reading
UPDATE: We have updated this post for 2016 with the most current information available. All photos are courtesy of Ironman XC. What a great place for a race! There is so much to see, do, and most of all eat! Being part of the Traveling Mom network, we turned to our fellow travelers for their expert opinion on food and fun in New Orleans, while…
Continue reading
If you are a traveler and you carry the Platinum American Express, we think so and here’s why… Airport Lounge Access We are lounge junkies and often book our travel and layovers based on the lounges. We would much rather be in an American Express Centurion Lounge than many others. Fresh food, good wine, specialty drinks and unique features are all the pluses. Dallas…
Continue reading
As you read in the mate to this article, there are a lot of delightful advantages to taking a year off from the triathlon circuit. More sleep and less laundry being two of the best for this triwife, not to mention cocktails… But, with all good there must come the not so good… My triathlete husband and I did find ourselves sort of missing triathlons…
Continue reading
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…
Continue reading
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!
