This year, like many people, I am really crunched for time to do my Christmas shopping. But, I still want to get thoughtful holiday gifts for everyone on my list. Of course, I want to stick to my Christmas gift budget, so I need affordable gifts! While shopping for my family online, I thought I … [Read more...]
Safety tips: How to prepare for a hurricane
We had a bathroom toilet overflow during the night in March that caused $40,000 in damage to our house. It took almost six months to repair, completed just two weeks ago. Today, we are preparing for the onslaught of Hurricane Florence -- with my house in the direct path of the hurricane track. We … [Read more...]
Mount Vernon: A complete guide for visitors
A trip to George Washington's Mount Vernon near Alexandria, Virginia, should be on every family's "must see" list when visiting the nation's capital. This family estate is located on the banks of the Potomac River, just 15 minutes south of Washington, DC. Washington considered the plantation to be … [Read more...]
NCMA: Family friendly museum and art park
I woke up last Thursday and checked the weather (I'm a weather bug wannabe). The forecast said sunny and 70 -- not too shabby for the last day of November! With an amazing day on tap, I decided to visit the North Carolina Museum of Art (NCMA). The North Carolina Museum of Art has a spectacular … [Read more...]
Holmes Medical Museum: Step back in time with FREE download for kids
In Foley, Alabama, deep in the heart of the south, discover the Holmes Medical Museum. The museum, housed in Baldwin County's first hospital, which operated on the second floor above the general store of that era. The hospital was active from 1936-1958 and served all the people of the region. Dr. … [Read more...]
Holiday Travel: Family traditions for modern families
This post is sponsored by Gulf Shores & Orange Beach to encourage people to #KeepOnSummering. All opinions are 100% mine. Growing up, our family holidays were quite traditional. People back in the 1960s and 1970s didn't move around like we do today, so we'd pile in the car and head over the … [Read more...]
7 non-beachy things to do in Gulf Shores and Orange Beach
When you think about beach vacations, the sun, sand and surf might be the first things that come to mind. Maybe your mind fills with thoughts of fresh seafood and long walks at sunset and palm trees. I enjoy all those things. But, in Gulf Shores and Orange Beach, there is so much more to do … [Read more...]
Visiting the 9/11 Memorial: What you need to know
Those of us over age 25 remember the horrific attacks on the World Trade Center like it was yesterday. The Twin Towers, the explosions, the towers collapsing and the devastation left behind -- all left imprints in our minds we can not erase. For many (myself included), visiting the 9/11 Memorial … [Read more...]
10 more fun things to do in Huntsville, Alabama
When Nathan first introduced us to his girlfriend, our only common ground was Huntsville, Alabama. She grew up nearby, and I'd visited a couple of times. So, that first weekend together, I gushed about how much I love Huntsville. She looked at me, bewildered. We obviously did not agree. Fast … [Read more...]
Club Carlson: Rewards and a giveaway!
There's no doubt about it, travel is not cheap! A few years ago, a bunch of businesses popped up to help cut costs on accommodations, offering hotel rooms at discount prices. But are those third-party sites always the best way to save? The answer -- Not anymore! Club Carlson, the global … [Read more...]
