Explore the world through my lens
A weekend away can be so important to have, especially after bringing a child into this world. We recently took a trip to Carmel and experienced a wonderful world of shops, wineries, good food and beaches. Join us on our stop through Carmel.
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Growing up in a small town, I saw the significance of a local diner to the local community. Serving not only coffee and food, but also as a meeting place. As time has gone on, the diner has started to fade into the background a bit with specialized coffee shops starting to trend. Regardless of where you go to get your coffee, you can always find a social hub.
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Random thoughts come to all of our minds as we head out on vacation . Will we make it to the airport on time? Should we get a drink before the flight to reduce anxiety? Did I choose the right seat? Sleep or stay awake for the service?
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The world is different now than ever before. It started before the pandemic, which also has not helped with the scenario we are in. Families drifting away from what is important in life. Too often we put focus on material things, yet when it comes down to it, the experiences we have far outweigh these objects. Take a journey through my memory and my wishes for my unborn child.
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Sometimes a small drive for a day can take your mind off of everyday fatigue. A day trip recently into Big Sur and down the coast on US1 cleared my mind and refreshed my soul. Who knew that 6 hours of driving could be so relaxing?
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What will you do before you kick the bucket? Or what does kick the bucket even mean for that matter? Regardless of your thoughts on the phrase, it brought forth our magical moments in bucket lists! Do you have a bucket list? Find out why you can agree or disagree with having a bucket list and the joy I’ve had in working through mine.
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Hemingway wrote of a beautiful, serene river in Northern Michigan. Whether or not the Two-Hearted River was the actual river he visited is up in the air. What I know is the experiences I’ve had on this famous river. Join me on a journey down the Two Hearted and learn why locals call the UP, “God’s Country”.
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The beer culture is getting bigger and bigger across the world. At one point in my life, I could name off just a couple of beers at the nearest grocery store. It has now expanded into a worldwide phenomenon. Come explore some of the top beer cultures with me as I travel the globe and sip one of the most consumed drinks across the globe.
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A traveler can take on many meanings in life. Travel might mean transportation from one place to the next, but a traveler can also be a person searching to find themselves in life. If I’v learned one thing in my life, it’s how to adapt to change and walk on thin ice!
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Napa and Sonoma are famous for their wine tasting, but don’t shrug on Murphys. Between the unique views of the Sierras and the passion of the wine makers, it’s a must visit while in California!
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The Thoughts of a Traveler 