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Adventures…

Do you suffer from wanderlust? I sure do. Check out the posts below to get a little inspiration for your next adventure. Also, be sure to look for this little icon when reading travel posts. If you see one, click it because I’ve included a Google map link with fun itinerary details to help jump-start your travel plans.

Share your own adventures with me (and the Tribe) by uploading some of your travel pics to the community chat.  I can’t wait to see where you go next! 

The Umstead Hotel and Spa

The Umstead Hotel and Spa

Rather than giving each other gifts for various occasions, Kendall and I usually prefer to go on a trip or some sort of adventure instead. Our most recent excursion is one for the books. In fact, we liked it so well, we went back a second time. (First, for our...

Hilton Head (Again)

Hilton Head (Again)

If you’ve been with me for a while, you might remember that I’ve already written about Hilton Head Island (check that article out here). However, I think it’s worth mentioning again – especially since I’ve now vacationed there four times. You could say that we like...

Lake of the Ozarks

Lake of the Ozarks

Growing up landlocked in the Midwest, my family tends to be lake-lovers. (My heart actually belongs to the ocean, but shhh… don’t tell them; they might disown me.) As a general rule, it’s also hotter than homemade sin during the summer in Missouri, so one could...

Fun in the Sun in Sarasota, FL

Fun in the Sun in Sarasota, FL

I found my new favorite beach!!! Oh my gosh, it’s so amazing! My hubby, daughter, and I recently flew to Sarasota, Florida, and stayed at a very posh resort. And I don’t think I’ll look at beach vacations the same ever again. I’m officially spoiled. (Sorry Kendall;...

Weekend Getaway to Gatlinburg, TN

Weekend Getaway to Gatlinburg, TN

If you’re a mom, or a big planner, then you know that spur of the moment trips are sometimes a tad stressful. After nearly 16 years of marriage, and my husband owning his own business, I’ve come to accept that this is simply how most of our vacations tend to happen....

Travel Vibes Without the Trip

Travel Vibes Without the Trip

Ya know what’s depressing? Having a travel section on my blog and not having any new and exciting trips to post. I mean, how terrible for you as a reader…! Okay, maybe I’m really just whining because I’m jonesing for a vacation. Granted, I’ve been traveling quite a...

Traveling During a Pandemic – Our Trip to Camp Hatteras

Traveling During a Pandemic – Our Trip to Camp Hatteras

Much like the rest of the country, when Covid hit and traveling came to a screeching halt, we decided to buy a camper.  I bet you didn’t have me pegged as the camping type.  I’m not so much.  Though I wouldn’t call what we do “camping” – it’s more like “glamping” for...

Stonewall Resort, WV

Stonewall Resort, WV

Very seldom does anyone threaten me with a good time and get away with it…  My parents recently asked if Olivia and I would like to join them for a stay in a cozy, three-bedroom cottage on the lake at Stonewall Resort.  And I believe my response was, “heck yeah!” ...

Canada!

Canada!

Back in the normal days, pre-pandemic and before the world went on lockdown, I got to go on one of THE most amazing trips I’ve ever been on in my life.  And I got to do it solo!  (Well, sorta; keep reading.)  And I’m telling you, this was a BIG dang deal.  I had never...

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