Updated 2018 Let me set the scene of America’s unspoiled jewel: An uninhabited island with unparalleled natural beauty, pristine beaches, untouched dense forests exploding with gnarled trees draped in Spanish moss, free-roaming wild horses and abandoned mansions lingering with hints … Continued
December always passes by in the blink of an eye with the holidays. This year was no different for us. We were entertained with Christmas markets, holiday lights, family parties, and spiced wine. Most activities were ordinary with the exception of running up the Rocky steps … Continued
It’s the end of the year so naturally it’s time to reflect on the past twelve months. What we’ve learned, experienced, and accomplished. It’s also the time to be thankful and appreciative for all the little and big things that … Continued
Instagram is becoming one of our favorite social media sites since it’s all pictures. We love scrolling through our feed to see where people are and what experiences they are having. It has really helped beef up our list for … Continued
With spectacular festivals and top-notch attractions, San Antonio, Texas is the perfect winter getaway. The best time to visit is November through March when hotel rates are low and temperatures are comfortable. We visited the first week of December and loved the … Continued
If swimming with manatees in Florida is on your bucket list, here’s how it might go. My heart was pounding a million miles a minute. I could feel palpitations in my chest, throat, and even in my head. If I … Continued
November was cold and windy back home in Chicago, but fortunately we weren’t there! We spent the entire month of November in the state of sunny Florida working on our island attitude. I know, I know. We weren’t on an … Continued
99 shots of shine in my hand, 99 shots of shine, pour one down and turn it around, 98 shots of shine in my hand… and so my new song goes. We found the best and worst thing to do for … Continued