Travel Tuesday: Virgin Islands
Happy Tuesday! This edition of Travel Tuesday is full of tropical beauty as I recap our recent trip to the Virgin Islands. Let me start by saying this is the perfect summer trip for families with kids who don’t like to sit still. I am more than happy to lounge on a beach with a […]
Travel Tuesday(a day late): Hotel Xcaret
Happy Travel Tuesday! We spent our Thanksgiving break (five nights) at Hotel Xcaret in Mexico and I’ve got lots to share with you all. Before I get into the nitty gritty, I need to emphasize that this is one of the most beautiful resorts I’ve ever visited. Hotel Xcaret We had a lovely trip and […]
Travel Tuesday: Hotel Esencia Xpu-Ha Mexico
Hubs and I spent a few glorious days at Hotel Esencia earlier this month. I read reviews and did my due diligence, but I was still gobsmacked when we arrived. Hotel Esencia is located outside Tulum, so we flew through Atlanta into Cancun. Our travel agent arranged for a private transfer to pick us up […]
Galentine’s Favorite Things
Last weekend some dear friends hosted a Galentine’s Favorite Things party. I can’t think of a better way to spend a Sunday afternoon. We enjoyed delicious snacks and drinks while participating in a white elephant type exchange ($50 price limit). Everyone brought their A game, that’s for sure! I left the party wanting to buy […]
Easter Basket Gift Guide (Teens and Tweens)
Happy April! Easter is so late this year, and yet it’s quickly sneaking up on me. If you’re trying to fill baskets for loved ones, I’ve got a few standbys and suggestions to help you out. I tend to treat Easter baskets much like I do a Christmas stocking in that I try to fill […]
Travel Tuesday: Steamboat
Husband had the bright idea to begin our annual ski trip to Steamboat Springs, CO, on Christmas Day, which resulted in a 4:00 AM wake up call. Thankfully, Santa was punctual in delivering gifts to our house. Our 6:30 AM flight didn’t give us a lot of time to open gifts, but we got it […]