Just Short of Crazy - Travel, Food, and Lifestyle Blog by Deb Thompson

5 Reasons To Love The Care Smart Watch

11/22/20

I've been using the Care Smart watch by Verizon for a couple months now and I must say it's been a fantastic addition to my world. I have partnered with Verizon to share this information. All thoughts and opinions are my own. I'm Continue Reading

Vicksburg National Cemetery

Stroll Through Art & History at Vicksburg National Military Park

11/19/20

Vicksburg National Military Park in Mississippi stands as the second largest military park in the United States (the largest is in Georgia and Tennessee). It commemorates a key battle in American history. What happened Continue Reading

Alton Brown Blackened Fish Tacos

BCLT Tacos – Cook the EVERYDAYCOOK book

11/15/20

To anyone that has been following these I apologize that it has been a little while since I’ve done one of these write-ups. I was distracted by transitioning to a new job and, if I’m being perfectly honest, a pretty phenomenal string of Continue Reading

Latest Travel

Stroll Through Art & History at Vicksburg National Military Park

11/19/20

Vicksburg National Military Park in Mississippi stands as the second largest military park in the United States (the largest is in Georgia and Tennessee). It commemorates a key battle in American history. What happened on this land potentially changed the course of our nation. One of the largest battles fought during the Civil War happened at Vicksburg. Confederate President Jefferson Davis called Vicksburg the “nailhead that holds the South’s two Continue Reading

Things To Do In Vicksburg, Mississippi

11/14/20

Just one weekend in Vicksburg is barely enough time to soak up all that this historic city has to offer. But I did my best to make the most of the time we had. And what a time we had! Here's some of my favorite things to do in Vicksburg. WHERE TO STAY IN VICKSBURG, MS To kick off the weekend, I found the perfect place to stay: The Duff Green Mansion. This Civil War era mansion is the ideal setting for a weekend full of hauntings and history. My room, The Dixie Room, is Continue Reading

Latest Food

BCLT Tacos – Cook the EVERYDAYCOOK book

11/15/20

To anyone that has been following these I apologize that it has been a little while since I’ve done one of these write-ups. I was distracted by transitioning to a new job and, if I’m being perfectly honest, a pretty phenomenal string of new video games. I’m only human after all. Now back to the good stuff. MY FISH HISTORY Growing up in northern Michigan I am no stranger to eating fish. Though, with that said, growing up I was also never the biggest fan. The major exception to Continue Reading

Easy Mummy Brownies

9/28/20

Check out these easy mummy brownies, a creative and fun Halloween dessert to serve up. If you enjoy an easy and tasty themed treat, you have to give these Halloween brownies a try. The best part of all, they are so simple to decorate! I have a few more delicious ideas this Halloween you might enjoy. Caramel apple dip, Halloween sugar cookies, or even serve up Halloween pizza! Easy Mummy Brownies Grab that box of brownies, frosting and mini M&M's and grab your kiddos for Continue Reading

Latest Life

5 Reasons To Love The Care Smart Watch

11/22/20

I've been using the Care Smart watch by Verizon for a couple months now and I must say it's been a fantastic addition to my world. I have partnered with Verizon to share this information. All thoughts and opinions are my own. I'm currently a caregiver to one, plus manage my parents finances and household, work part-time, manage a business Facebook page AND run this site. Needless to say, I need a watch that will keep me organized and on time because life can get a little Continue Reading

Why the Verizon Care Smartwatch is Perfect for Older Adults

9/23/20

Are you old enough to remember when David Hasselhoff would talk into his watch and it would bring his entire car right to him? Or when Maxwell Smart on Get Smart would converse with someone on his watch? Lucky for us we live in a time when that isn't just make-believe but it's real life. Parental and Grandparental units can use a Verizon Care Smartwatch to chat with you just like Michael Knight and Maxwell Smart. Lucky them and you! I have partnered with Verizon to share this Continue Reading

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Because sometimes we need to be reminded to take s

Because sometimes we need to be reminded to take some time for ourselves. Thank goodness the #CareSmart watch let’s me add all kinds of reminders.
This is the best kind of way to spend a Sunday night. ❤️❤️❤️
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Verizon Partner.
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Learn more about this watch at omm.media/CareSmart <<—makes a great holiday gift...treat yourself 🎁

This is 51. I’m embracing every moment of this d

This is 51. I’m embracing every moment of this day. It wasn’t too many years ago that I would refuse to share my age. However, the older I get the more I’m grateful for having another trip around the sun.
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I never did make any of those 50 things by 50s, or things I’ve learned lists. What I will say is this: living with daily gratitude and intention has made an incredible difference in my happiness and my enjoyment of life.

For all my birthday twins out there, wishing you all a very HAPPY BIRTHDAY!

#crazyhairday #novemberbirthday #birthdaygirl #blackandwhite #thisis51 #mymission

I’m using the Verizon CareSmart watch to remind

I’m using the Verizon CareSmart watch to remind myself to get up and MOVE on a regular basis during the day.
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It works perfectly! I simply go into the app, set the reminder once and tell it to remind me daily.
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Plus, since I’m wearing the watch I can’t use the excuse of not having my phone nearby to hear an alarm ;)
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Which means, more movement and better health!
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Right now, if you purchase a new phone from Verizon you can get $50 off a CareSmart watch. #ad
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Learn more at:
Omm.media/CareSmart

Spent a day exploring northern Alabama and absolut

Spent a day exploring northern Alabama and absolutely fell in love. Stunning scenery, great hikes, lots@of outdoor adventures and perfect weather.
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Looking forward to going back! Until then I’ll be sharing some fun photos here :)
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#littlerivercanyonnationalpreserve #littlerivercanyon #littlerivercanyonfalls #northernalabama #alabama #waterfall #roadtrip #solotravel #travel #optoutside #getoutside #nature #hiking #visitnorthal #littleriverfalls

Went for a walk in the woods. Temps in the low 30s

Went for a walk in the woods. Temps in the low 30s and we spotted the occasional snowflake. 🥶🥶🥶
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I can’t say I’m ready for winter but my new @trionadesign scarf and my well-worn @laurelhighlands_pa hat helped keep me warm.
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Being a little cold was worth it for these views and the chance to soak in some nature—it does my soul good.
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As we move through the thin veil between light and dark I want to wish you all a very Happy Halloween/Samhain Blessings.
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Many thanks to Ireland who originated Halloween and to those that brought the Halloween traditions to the United States. It really is my favorite time of year. 🥰🥰🥰
#irelandhomeofhalloween #samhain #halloween #woods #optoutside #getoutside #walkinthewoods #northernmichigan #michigan #allhallowseve

BB has been hanging out with @pippielupinadventure

BB has been hanging out with @pippielupinadventures We decided to do a little ghost photo shoot.
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BB and Pippie done great, Lupin not so much 🤦‍♀️🤦‍♀️🤦‍♀️ swipe through to see his pic.
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#happyhalloween #samhain #halloween #ghostchallenge #pupsofinstagram #dog #pitbullsofinstagram #maltipoosofinstagram #ghost

Because some days you just want to surround yourse

Because some days you just want to surround yourself with comfort food and magical stories of Ireland! ❤️
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@tourismireland
#irelandhomeofhalloween
@barrysteagram
@flahavansusa
@trulygrassfed

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