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From Breakfast to Nightcaps: Finding The Best Places To Eat in Norfolk, VA

4/12/22

Attention foodies and food lovers! Have you heard that there is a plethora of places to eat in Norfolk, VA? Seriously, I don't know if it's true or not, but Norfolk has to be in the top 5 of foodie destinations in the state. Beyond Continue Reading

5 Cool Things To Do In Norfolk That You Don’t Want To Miss + Itinerary

4/4/22

Norfolk, Virginia may be famous for its military affiliation, but there is so much more to this city. Some things I knew about and planned in advance and others were a surprise addition to my itinerary. I love finding the unexpected and Continue Reading

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From Largest Frying Pan to Outdoor Fun in Duplin County, NC

3/12/22

Tucked away in eastern North Carolina between Raleigh and Wilmington along I-40 you'll find Duplin County, NC. The area is well-known for its muscadine vineyards and the award-winning wines of the Duplin Winery Continue Reading

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From Breakfast to Nightcaps: Finding The Best Places To Eat in Norfolk, VA

4/12/22

Attention foodies and food lovers! Have you heard that there is a plethora of places to eat in Norfolk, VA? Seriously, I don't know if it's true or not, but Norfolk has to be in the top 5 of foodie destinations in the state. Beyond the foodie scene, there is an abundance of things to see and do beyond the military influence that is prevalent here. The food, culture and attraction makes Norkfolk an incredible destination for a girlfriend or couples getaway. Keep reading as I spill Continue Reading

5 Cool Things To Do In Norfolk That You Don’t Want To Miss + Itinerary

4/4/22

Norfolk, Virginia may be famous for its military affiliation, but there is so much more to this city. Some things I knew about and planned in advance and others were a surprise addition to my itinerary. I love finding the unexpected and Norfolk did not disappoint. At the bottom of this post is the itinerary I loosely followed for my visit. I thought it might be helpful to see how a travel writer organizes a visit to a new destination. Simply adjust the itinerary to your preferences, save Continue Reading

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Easy Campfire Recipes For Your Camping Fun

8/9/21

Campfire recipes are a great way to have fun with the kids if you are camping during the summer, or if you just want to do something fun at home on the weekends. From classic hot dogs and S'mores to unique copycat recipes that will have everyone drooling, this list of recipes is ideal for summer food fun. More easy camping recipes here like walking tacos, campfire nachos, campfire pizza, and a great dessert. A few items you'll need: cast-iron skillet or cast iron pan tin Continue Reading

Easy Chocolate Peanut Butter Smoothie Recipe

8/4/21

Oh yes I did. I'm taking a chocolate peanut butter smoothie recipe to another level with Cocoa Pebbles. This is a great recipe to use when you're out of chocolate in the house, but still have a chocolate craving, If there happens to be a box of cereal and creamy peanut butter in the pantry and frozen bananas in the freezer you are going to love making this delicious recipe. This recipe is a great reason to not toss those too ripe bananas out, instead toss them in the freezer. Serve Continue Reading

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Stay Extra Cozy This Winter in Fieldsheer Heated Clothing

11/11/21

Long, cold winters in northern Michigan just scream for heated clothing. Between snowshoeing, winter rafting, winter hiking and, MAYBE some winter camping this year, we'll take all the extra warmth we can get. Enter Fieldsheer Mobile Warming Technology. Fieldsheer heated clothing offers an entire range of mobile warming clothes from gloves and socks to coats. Needless to say when the offer to try some product came in we were an immediate yes. I waited until it cooled down a bit in Continue Reading

How To Update An Old Garage Floor

10/1/21

When I'm not traveling I'm at home working on DIY projects. Our most recent project that we have absolutely been dreading has been the garage. Packed with junk, rough looking floor and it needs more insulation and drywall, for starters. We're going to take the garage remodel in little bits. Today, I'm going to share how to update an old garage floor with Daich Coatings Terrazzo liquid flooring. Yes, we needed some time between the kitchen remodel (aka how to test a marriage) and the next Continue Reading

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