Did you know that mammoths used to roam what is now the state of Texas? Columbian mammoths, weighing 20, 000 pounds and as tall as 14 ft were part of the landscape of the area. When we were in Texas we were able to tour Continue reading →
As promised today I am sharing just a few more pictures from Magnolia in Waco, Texas. The result of years of planning and design by Joanna and Chip Gaines is truly a great place to visit. While Waco may not be on your bucket list, Continue reading →
One of the main attractions at Magnolia in Waco, Texas has to be the fabulous shops. Yes, the food trucks and the restaurants and coffee shop and bakery are must stops but the shops are the heart of the complex. I loved them and found Continue reading →
I have always been fascinated by Joanna and Chip Gaines and their story. Their Fixer Upper show was one that I loved to watch and they just have a good back story, in my humble opinion. I recently listened to Joanna’s latest book, The Stories Continue reading →
Chris and I just got back from a long weekend in Texas. We had big plans. We managed to do just about everything we set out to do despite stupid sinus infections and not feeling 100% after we arrived. Isn’t that the way it goes Continue reading →
I feel like we are almost back to being able to travel again without too many problems. Here we are – 3 years post the lock down of many things due to the COVID 19 pandemic and while it is still obviously a prevalent problem, Continue reading →
With a name like that you know we had to make a visit to this state park in Panama City Beach, Florida. It was a lovely day to take a little walk around a new to us state park and we loved being able to Continue reading →
I love a good art exhibit and have to share the latest exhibit at our local Transylvania Community Arts Council in Brevard, North Carolina. Their latest exhibit “For the Birds” is a collection of amazing art in various forms and mediums. Each entry is unique Continue reading →
Our week at the beach started out with a trip to Eden Gardens State Park in Santa Rosa Beach, Florida. What a delightful park this is and what a wonderful morning we were able to spend walking around and exploring. The park includes 163 acres Continue reading →
Go ahead. Fill in the blank. I am waiting. What would you say is one of the best things about vacation? The rest? The relaxation? The lack of a schedule? The adventure? All of the above? I love all of those things as well but Continue reading →
