The islands of Saint Kitts & Nevis were settled by the English in 1623, and have since become a popular tourist destination rich in American history. The famous Romney Manor was the home of Thomas Jefferson’s grandparents and Alexander Hamilton…
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Vacation Planning: Meal Plan
Summer came early in Virginia this year, and I couldn’t be more excited about it! Other than Christmas, there are few things that bring me the same joy as a day at the pool in the summer sun and beach…
Knitting: James River Yarn Crawl
The James River Yarn Crawl is a self-guided tour of six knit shops located in Virginia. Shops in Ashland, Midlothian, Williamsburg, and Virginia Beach are all participating in the special event. Each shop is hosting special events, giveaways, and extended…
Summer in Richmond: Butterflies LIVE!
An afternoon at Lewis Ginter Botanical Gardens is always memorable, but it’s unforgettable when the butterflies are on display. The Butterflies Live display is open from April to October every year at the gardens. It’s a Richmond tradition. The first…
Garden Season: The Art of Composting
Garden season is just a stone’s throw away, and we are getting ready for another fruitful season. As we’ve developed our skills as urban farmers, we’ve also been learning the art of composting. Composting is the process of taking organic…
How I Scored An Epic Stitch Fix Box
I’ve tried several fashion box subscriptions and disliked them all until I tried Stitch Fix. Stitch Fix came highly recommended by a friend. I’ll be honest, my first two boxes were awful. But, for my third box… I finally cracked…
Wellness Challenge: What I Wore to the 10K Race
I learned a lot from my first 10k experience in 2017, but mostly I learned what not to wear to a 10k race. This race, I was ready! I prepped my outfit weeks in advance. What I Wore to the…
Celebrations: Okra & Molly Cake
This weekend, we celebrated Clark‘s 9th Birthday! We always order a small dog birthday cake to celebrate. We’ve tried several different online bakeries and local vendors. Last year Clark’s cake arrived broken so I was leery to order online again.…
Holiday Hosting: Easter Dinner
Easter is one of my favorite holidays! I love the newness of spring, the bright colors, and of course the resurrection story. Each year, we host Easter dinner at our home and we had a fabulous time. My house is…
Easter Dinner: Five Festive Desserts
How is it already Good Friday? Easter really snuck up on me this year, but I’ve got my game plan and my grocery order placed. I cannot wait to share all of my festive dessert plans with you. In the…