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Category Archives: Travel
Foodie Fridays – The Rest of the Meal
I shared about our first night in Tuscany and the two chefs whom we hired to prepare us an authentic Italian meal. But I stopped at the appetizer—Tuscan Crackers. While we were enjoying the wine and crackers these ladies were … Continue reading
Posted in Christian Marriage, Travel, Vacations
Tagged biscotti, Italy, memories, personal chef, ravioli, tiramisu
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Dreams Come True
Since I was a young girl I’ve always wanted to visit Switzerland. Imagine my delight to experience this dream with my husband for our 45th anniversary? We like to ask each other after a trip what are the things you’ll … Continue reading
Posted in Christian Marriage, Travel, Vacations
Tagged Grindelwald, Interlachen, Lucerne, Swiss Alps, Switzerland
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Foodie Fridays – Siena, Italy
“One of the many ways to know a territory is by “tasting it”. (From their website) Our first day exploring Tuscany took us to Siena. We planned to tour the city seeing its museums, famous plaza and duomo. But we … Continue reading
Posted in Christian Marriage, Foodie Fridays, Travel, Vacations
Tagged Italy, La Taverna di Giuseppe, Michelin Star Restaurant, Siena, travel
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Foodie Fridays – Italy Here We Come
I know I have been absent for a few weeks and I’ve missed you all. But there were many logs in the fire needing constant attention. Thankfully, we’ve found reprieve and our 45th anniversary trip to Italy and Switzerland is … Continue reading
Posted in Christian Marriage, Foodie Fridays, Romantic Vacation Ideas, Travel, Vacations
Tagged affogato, Anniversary Trip, Italy, Switzerland, Tuscany, Vacations
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When Hard Times Come
We’ve all had them. Circumstances don’t go the way we planned. Or worse something happens that sends your emotions reeling. It’s hard to believe the unthinkable happened and you have to deal with the aftermath of a difficult situation. This … Continue reading
Foodie Friday – Best of Vacation Food
We are on a much needed and anticipated vacation. Being from Florida the only Autumn beauty we encounter is store bought. This is why we decided to chase the leaves for two weeks in North Carolina and enjoy the cool … Continue reading
Posted in Christian Marriage, Foodie Fridays, Travel, Vacations
Tagged Burnsville, chasing leaves, Fall 2023, Foodie Fridays, Good food, NC, Spruce Pine, Waynesville
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Foodie Friday – Root Down
We just returned from a week-long trip out west with my sister, Bettie, and her husband, Dennis, as well as my sister-in-law, Sherry, you can read all about our trip on my personal blog, Write From The Heart. The five … Continue reading
Foodie Fridays – Food Becomes Art
We are on vacation, a much needed one. Even though I had just gotten out of my walking boot and am still limping, I insisted we get away. Our destination? The high country of North Carolina where we have come … Continue reading
Like A Fine Wine—Marriage Needs Time to Deepen
Time. Time ticks away the days. Some days can’t pass fast enough. Others you wish you could make them last forever. Our time spent away together was the latter—It was restful, beautiful and full of good food and God’s blessing.. … Continue reading
Longing and Desire
Longing for something makes it precious. The longer you wait for it the sweeter the reward. We have been longing for time away. Time to re-connect. Time to be us. And today it begins… We are leaving on a long-awaited … Continue reading
Posted in Christian Marriage, Growing Strong Marriages, Travel, Vacations
Tagged Cruise vacations, Desire, Longing, marriage
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The Fog Has Purpose
Imagine my disappointment when we arrived at Zion National Park to cold, foggy weather. Based on my last post I was hoping the views would be not only visible but breathtaking too. I had no idea of what was coming! … Continue reading
California Dreamin’ On Such A Winter’s Day
We had only been married a couple of years when we decided to take a trip across the country to visit Tom’s parents. I was a Florida girl, born and raised, and had heard about California my whole life, but … Continue reading
Posted in Travel, Vacations
Tagged California Dreamin', Marriage memories, Shared History
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Today’s Moments Make Tomorrow’s Memories
It happens every Spring. Sitting outside for dinner on our back porch I hear the crickets chirping their greeting to us. It immediately reminds me of going to my grandmother’s home when I was a child. They lived on 12 … Continue reading
Posted in Celebrations, Cherishing, Christian Marriage, In-Laws, Romantic Ideas, Travel, Vacations
Tagged Crickets, Family recipes, Italian cuisine, making traditions, Poetry
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10 Ways To Make The Most Of Vacations
Vacation. Staycation. These are both necessary ways to relax and regroup. But it takes intentionality to pull away even while away. Today we offer 10 ways to purpose to make the most of a vacation. Limit time on all devices. … Continue reading
Vintage Post – Unpacking For Vacation
Tonight at 5p. our week-long vacation will officially begin. We are turning our attention and time off of technology and turning all our focus on us. To say we are excited is a huge understatement. We’re almost giddy. 🙂 Okay, … Continue reading
Posted in Growing Strong Marriages, Travel, Vacations, Vintage Posts
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Another Day In The Vineyards (Alexander Valley)
Posted in Christian Marriage, Slices, Travel, Vacations
Tagged Alexander Valley Wineries, apple dryers, Apple tress, Bees, Phillips Hill Winery, still life, Vineyard photographs, vintage fruit stand
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