As a recent transplant to East Texas, I enjoy exploring all of my new home’s incredible offerings. I love being a tourist in my own town, or this case, a neighboring town. In that spirit, I recently paid a visit to Mineola, Texas, (population 4,686) just north of Tyler at the junction of highways 69 […]
Roam From Home
Most spring break plans were a bust, and summer vacation is still up in the air. What’s a traveler to do in this strange season? In the spirit of turning lemons into lemonade, now is the time to get creative and roam from home. Here are a few ideas to get you started. Take a […]
Romantic Alabama – Love Is In the Air
Love is in the air. Chances are you and your valentine will want to do something to celebrate your romance this month. Often, the mere mention of a romantic getaway conjures up thoughts of exotic destinations. There are simply some places, some experiences that make us want to fall in love all over again. It’s […]
Reconnect On the Trail In 2020
The holidays have come and gone, and the new year is upon us. The transition from December’s freshly baked cookies and feelings of warmth to January’s cold offerings of kale and guilt can be shocking. This is a time spent reflecting on goals and making resolutions. What’s on tap this year? Improve fitness? Reduce stress? […]
Why You Should Make Travel a Priority in 2020
Travel has changed my life for the better in many, often unexpected, ways. For me, getting out and exploring new destinations is exhilarating; there’s nothing more exciting or rewarding than discovering a new place. People have their own reasons to travel and their own styles. Some travel with reckless abandon, living in the moment, being […]
Prologue – 52 Weeks 52 Hikes: Finding Myself on the Trail – COMING SOON!
What kind of idiot thinks this is a good idea? Hands pressed firmly against the cold railing; I stare into the abyss. I feel as alone as I ever have, although I’m surrounded by people. Happy and animated, they are taking pictures and conversing, many in languages I do not recognize. The sky is cloudless […]
The Gift of Travel
Finding the perfect gift can be challenging. Aside from crowded shopping malls and dizzying arrays of products, the pressure to make the ideal selection can leave even the most seasoned shopper stressed out. This year, why not give the gift of travel? I’m not necessarily talking about a new piece of luggage (although that’s okay) […]
Christmas On the Strand: Galveston, Texas
Have you been dreaming of a White Christmas? Maybe this year you’d like to trade the dream of snow for that of sand – a gorgeous 32-mile stretch of it – in Galveston, Texas? From November through January, the barrier island transforms from a vibrant seaside getaway to a unique holiday destination filled with festive, […]
Self Care: “Tis the Season
It’s the most wonderful time of the year. Unfortunately, with gifts to buy, crowded malls, back to back diet-busting parties, and loads of family obligations, it may not feel so wonderful at times. Self-care is essential year-round, but with the busy holiday season approaching, it’s even more crucial. The dictionary defines self-care as any activity […]
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Constructing the Perfect Charcuterie Board
Appetizers are the new dinner party. Small plates, snacking, and shared meals are all the rage as restaurant-goers, and home diners are turning away from overwhelming portions and looking for something different. Enter the charcuterie board. If you’re looking for a simple and elegant spread, ditch the traditional menu at your next gathering and instead […]
