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Staying Blonde is Michelle Tucker, mother of two fantastic kids. Staying Blonde is where I share my journey. Learn from my wins and fails — hopefully, you can take advantage of the lessons I’ve learned, things I’ve figured out, and the bits of life I’ve untangled. Life is best when we lift each other up.
Grab a glass of wine or a cup of coffee and dive right in. I’m sure you’ll find some goodness here!
The Best Family Trips by Age: When and Where to Travel With Kids
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Italian Beef and Shells Casserole
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Spinach Quinoa Salad with Lemon Vinaigrette
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11 Things I Wish I Knew Before Traveling to Sri Lanka
Sri Lanka isn’t a place you visit, it’s a place you feel. It’s messy, beautiful, unpredictable, and full... read more
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11 Things I Wish I Knew Before Traveling to Sri Lanka
Sri Lanka by Tuk Tuk: The Ultimate Travel Adventure
Japan Travel Mistakes: What We’d do Differently Next Time
Italian Beef and Shells Casserole
Spinach Quinoa Salad with Lemon Vinaigrette
Cranberry Pomegranate Spritz
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Easy and Delicious Apple Crisp
Five Cup Salad
The Best Family Trips by Age: When and Where to Travel With Kids
Spinach Quinoa Salad with Lemon Vinaigrette
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The Best Family Trips by Age: When and Where to Travel With Kids
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Italian Beef and Shells Casserole
Spinach Quinoa Salad with Lemon Vinaigrette
Cranberry Pomegranate Spritz
Disney Days, Comfy Nights: Our Stay at the Renovated Hilton Anaheim
Have you seen my sunglasses? Seriously.
These were my favorite sunglasses, and they’ve officially been missing for a year now. A whole year. And yes, I’m still sad about it.
I’ve actually been scrolling through old photos trying to retrace my steps and figure out the last time I wore them, because apparently this is who I am now, slightly unhinged over a pair of Kate Spade sunglasses from 2019. 😫
I guess I’m officially at the age where little things like this drive me absolutely crazy. A missing pair of sunglasses is what’s sending me over the edge.
At this point I’m not sure what I’ve lost more, the sunglasses or my sanity.
Is it silly that I still have hope they’ll randomly turn up in a beach bag, the back of a drawer, or some mysterious pocket I’ve somehow missed 47 times?
Please tell me I’m not alone.
What’s something small you’ve lost that still haunts you to this day?
#lost #lifeover50 #lifeover40 #momlife #whereismymind
Best decision ever! #wanderlust #travelinspo #srilankatravel #tuktukadventure #tuktuk
What’s one of your favorite family trips?
This list came up because I was curious if my favorite trips match my kid’s favorite trips. I asked them for their top five and compared their list to my husband‘s and mine, and the results actually surprised me.
I couldn’t believe that Greece didn’t make the cut. ( it’s one of my favorites) I was even more surprised that Ireland scored really high. ( We were only there four days.) What my little poll really showed me is how much timing can make or break a family trip. Where you go, what you do, and how old the kids are really matters.
We first visited Costa Rica back in 2019, so I thought it might fade from memory, but it’s still topped both of their lists, which showed me that some places just stick when the timing is right.
Now truth be told… Our road trip didn’t make either kids list, but I added it anyway with hopes that one day they’ll look back and think of all those crazy roadtrip memories as some of their fondest as well. I guess only time will tell. 😜
You can read more about some of our most loved destinations, and the ages the kids were when we went over on the blog right now. Link in bio. #familytravelblog #travelwithkids #travelinspo #familytravel #familytravelideas
If you’re still looking for a quick and easy Super Bowl appetizer, I’ve got you.
This Five Layer Dip comes together in minutes and is always a crowd favorite.
The full recipe is linked in my bio. #easyrecipes #easyappetizers #fivelayerdip #gamedayeats #partyideas @roteltomatoes
As promised, this is our second day of driving a Tuk Tuk around Sri Lanka. Day 2 was our first official day on the road with Large Minority.
Every day on these trips comes with a map, an itinerary, and a challenge. Each challenge is designed to pull you a little deeper and immerse you into the local culture.
I won’t lie… today’s challenge (and hike ) tested us, but the view? 100% worth every step.
And, can you believe somehow my blessing bracelet is still holding on today!
Oh! Tuk tuk tip of the day: invest in driving gloves. Tuk tuks are not kind to dainty hands.
Follow along for Day 3 #tuktuklife #srilankatravels #adventuretravel #travelinspo #srilankatuktuk
Who would you invite?
Easy answer: @maddy_pat_mad .
A full week in a tuk tuk together and not a single boring moment. #roadtrip #roadtrips #tuktuk #srilankatravel #wanderlust
Who else loves this feeling?
How lucky was I to wake to this beautiful sunrise on the first morning before we set off on our Sri Lanka tuk tuk roadtrip. I freaking love the feeling of waking up the first day in a new place.
#beautifulsunrise #srilankatravels #vacationmode #travelinspo
This is day one of our 7-day tuk tuk road trip around Sri Lanka, and the learning curve was REAL.
An entire day dedicated to learning how to drive this thing… stalling included. There were definitely moments I thought, there’s no way I can do this.
But one of the biggest takeaways from this trip was realizing I’m capable of so much more than I give myself credit for. Sometimes all it takes is showing up, messing up a little, and trying anyway.
This was just day one… and the tuk tuk adventure was only getting started.
Follow for part two.
Also a big shout out and thank you to @mikeandashleytravel for letting me use some of your fantastic drone footage! Be sure to check them out for some fantastic travel, inspiration.
#srilanka #srilankatravel #tuktuk #trysomethingnew #adventureisoutthere @largeminority @maddy_pat_mad @ambayaalubythema
