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Things to Do in Corning, New York

January 13, 2019 by Vanessa 15 Comments

Corning, New York's downtown area reminds me of one of those quaint towns used as a backdrop to a Hallmark holiday movie. Known as the … [Read more...] about Things to Do in Corning, New York

How to Enjoy Your Layover When You’re Stuck at the Airport

December 8, 2018 by Vanessa Leave a Comment

It's happened to all of us. We've had a l-o-n-g layover at an airport and there was nothing we could do about it but sit it out. Your … [Read more...] about How to Enjoy Your Layover When You’re Stuck at the Airport

Tulsa, Oklahoma: A Must-See City

October 4, 2018 by Vanessa 2 Comments

Have you ever visited Tulsa, Oklahoma? If you've never been, you're missing out! If given the opportunity to take in the city, I recommend … [Read more...] about Tulsa, Oklahoma: A Must-See City

Tulsa, Oklahoma’s “The Gathering Place:” A Park for Everyone

September 24, 2018 by Vanessa Leave a Comment

On a recent trip to Tulsa, Oklahoma we made it a priority to visit the city's latest project "The Gathering Place," a riverfront park built … [Read more...] about Tulsa, Oklahoma’s “The Gathering Place:” A Park for Everyone

Visiting The Pioneer Woman Mercantile in Pawhuska, Oklahoma

September 23, 2018 by Vanessa 4 Comments

On a trip to Tulsa, Oklahoma my boyfriend mentioned,"Hey, do you want to stop at The Pioneer Woman Mercantile?" I answered, "YES!" Then, I … [Read more...] about Visiting The Pioneer Woman Mercantile in Pawhuska, Oklahoma

4 Ways to Set the Mood for Fall

September 15, 2018 by Vanessa Leave a Comment

If there are sure-fire things that remind me of fall, I'd have to say they are: autumnal home decor, pumpkin anything, spiked apple-flavored … [Read more...] about 4 Ways to Set the Mood for Fall

Simple Ways to Reduce Your Use of Plastic

I have a challenge for you. (It’s one I heard about on TV during a “60 Minutes” episode on climate change and pollution.) After you read this post, I want you to try to go as long as you can without touching anything plastic. How long do you think you could last? Almost everything we […]

3 Ways to Stay Active After Work Even If You’re Feeling Lazy

Do you ever find yourself wondering where the time went? According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the average American works 44 hours per week, or 8.8 hours per day. If you’re like me, you spend most of that time staring at a computer while sitting at a desk. After returning home from work, the last thing I want to do is to sit […]

Keto Dinner Recipes That You Can Make in 30 Minutes or Less

After months of yo-yo eating (we eat what we want when we want only to regret it later and try to eat healthy), we’ve committed to living a Keto lifestyle. If you’re reading this post, you’re either already eating a low-carb diet or would like to make healthier eating decisions. In my opinion, Keto* is […]

4 Reasons to Visit Four Fights Distilling in Corning, New York

After a return visit to Upstate New York and the Corning area, I decided to add an adventure we had never included on our itinerary before – a tour of a local distillery! Four Fights Distilling should be a must-stop for any traveler who appreciates locally crafted spirits. Operating for the last five years from […]

Fizzy Grapefruit Sparkler

The citrus flavors of summer fruit are delicious so I couldn’t resist adding this bubbly grapefruit cocktail to my lineup of all-star seasonal cocktails. Loaded with grapefruit and lime flavor, this effervescent drink is incredibly simple to make using ingredients that are easy to locate at your grocery store. When you need to serve guests […]