Imagine you’ve walked into someone’s living room, with very hip western decor – bohemia meets California ranch style. Warm wood accents, local flowers, and graphic designs add an artistic element.…

Wineries are popping up in the most unexpected places these days. I’ve lived in the Dallas area a long time, and had no idea there was a winery within thirty…

At the local pub, the Pint and Barrel Drafthouse in Palestine, Texas,  happy hour was well underway. We decided to stick around and relax for a while before making the…

My first trip to Rome was in 2008 and I’m just as in love with Rome now as I was at first sight, though perhaps my love has mellowed. When…

The sunroof open and classic 70’s rock blasting, I drove a winding country road. The smell of fall…earth and pine, was hanging in the air.  A gentle breeze sent a…

A long time travel wish was recently fulfilled when I visited the Hudson River Valley during peak foliage season. Little did I know the Hudson Valley has a lot more…

Where in the world is Cazenovia? Never heard of it? I hadn’t either until serendipity stepped in and the next thing I knew I was booking a flight to New…

Amusement park lovers will have plenty of options to choose from when visiting the Sunshine State, but the most entertaining places can be found in one spot, Orlando. For convenience,…