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I originally posted this piece in November of 2021.  We first built and put up our holiday arches back in D... read more
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I get a lot of questions about our family's summer European vacation.  Most questions tend to be about book... read more
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Venice, Italy is one of the most beautiful and picturesque cities in the world. There are so many Venice Mu... read more
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My Honest Review of Hotel XCaret Mexico My Honest Review of Hotel XCaret Mexico
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This post contains affiliate links When it comes to resorts, I can be picky. Even though I had read hundred... read more
Snowball Cookies Snowball Cookies
Snowball Cookies
Well, it is the holiday season once again. That means it is time to make cookies... lots and lots of cookie... read more
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Editor's Note: This story was originally posted in November of 2020.  I added a video at the end and wanted... read more
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I usually don't like pumpkin spiced drinks. The ones that I've gotten at coffee shops are always too thick,... read more

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