Growing up, there were a handful of things I couldn’t understand that were so enthralling for my dear mama. Plant care was one of those things, though I entertained her enthusiasm. I’d tag along to the local nurseries, and I’d go on the “garden tour” […]
Crater Lake, a mesmerizing natural marvel nestled in the heart of Southern Oregon, is a testament to the forces of nature. Formed approximately 7,700 years ago within the remains of Mount Mazama, The caldera lake is the deepest in the United States and is the […]
For years, I’ve been jokingly (but seriously) saying, “I just wanna move to the hills of Spain, drink wine, and write all day.” This was usually prefaced by some sort of unfortunate or stressful event. Nonetheless, the romantic idea of Spanish living endured. Fast forward […]
“Calleja El Pañuelo,” which roughly translates to “Handkerchief Alley” in English, is a charming, historic street in Córdoba, Spain. This Andalusian city boasts a rich history and cultural heritage, which is evident as one winds through its narrow winding streets lined with streets and whitewashed […]
The Mezquita, also known as the Mosque-Cathedral of Córdoba, is one of Spain’s most iconic and historically significant monuments. During my two-week stay, I visited the Cordoba Mezquita on two occasions. I visited at night and another time during the late afternoon/early evening. Below is […]
What do doors signify for you? An entrance? An exit? Perhaps home? In the months leading up to my Italian/Spanish excursion, I anticipated many things: delicious food, wine, and history, to name a few. What I didn’t anticipate were the doors! The doors of Europe […]
Do I begin with the food in Italy? The wine? Do I write about one event out of many? Focus on one city out of dozens? Write about the many train excursions and adventures? It’s difficult to narrow down exactly what to write about, so […]
As much as we love traveling, and some of us, like myself, love travel planning, certain aspects simply instill anxiety and dread. Not all of us love to fly, nor do we love to pack. And I get it – travel planning isn’t for everyone. […]
When we think of getting from point A to point B, most of us automatically think of the car. Our everyday errands are typically completed by the use of our vehicles. Whether that vehicle is electric, gas, or a hybrid, that’s the common mode of […]
It’s that time of year again. You know – the one where convenience stores sell out of chocolate adorned with red ribbon and plush teddy bears. The same one where commercials and online advertisements shove American capitalism into our faces with every click and scroll. […]
