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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

Pomegranate Martini

October 30, 2017 by Vanessa Leave a Comment

Today, I'm celebrating. Time to raise a glass and say "cheers!" I got the job! It seems appropriate to honor this news with a freshly … [Read more...] about Pomegranate Martini

5 Ways to Use Leftover Orange Peels to Improve Your Home

February 22, 2017 by Vanessa Leave a Comment

Call me thrifty but I love to repurpose stuff. I save money and get to use something "new." If you're like me, you appreciate finding new … [Read more...] about 5 Ways to Use Leftover Orange Peels to Improve Your Home

Salted Caramel Apple Martini

June 24, 2016 by Vanessa Leave a Comment

I don't need to wait for the fall season to enjoy a Salted Caramel Apple Martini especially when the last drop is like a sweetened caramel … [Read more...] about Salted Caramel Apple Martini

Peach Pie Martini

June 22, 2016 by Vanessa Leave a Comment

Capture the taste of homemade, fresh baked peach pie in a glass with this amazing martini. Baking a pie can takes some serious dedication, … [Read more...] about Peach Pie Martini

Weston, Missouri: Making the Most of a Weekend Visit

Let me introduce you to one of my favorite towns — Weston, Missouri! This charming town, located northwest of Kansas City and only 20 minutes from Leavenworth, Kansas, has been voted The #1 Best Day Trip by Ingram’s Magazine 15 years running. I love Weston for its abundance of shops and attractions including a brewery, […]

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 […]

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