Hello Summer, I Love You!

I love just about everything when it comes to summer. This time of the year, the kids are off from school and parents try to take a break. In the last two months, I have seen an upswing in summer vacation planning. And, it is different this year. Families are planning all different types of vacations – from road trips … Read More

Habit Stacking – A Game Changer

Have you ever heard of the term habit stacking? I love this and have always found it so interesting.  I love everything about habits. Well, I should say everything about creating good habits to help us live happier, healthier more successful lives.  If you have never heard of habit stacking, it is forming a habit to ultimately build to the … Read More

Trip Review: Fort Myers Beach, FL

The requests are high for Florida travel and overall more US destinations.  I travel to where you are requesting. It is my favorite way to learn more about the ins and outs. So recently I jetted off with my daughter and two nieces to Fort Myers Beach, FL to visit Sanibel Island for a day.  I have been to Florida … Read More

5 Must-Have Amenities For Your Next Family Vacation

In the last few years, I have been working with more and more families. I am hearing parents want to give experiences to their kids and to spend quality time together. Families are busy with school, sports, homework, church, and so much more. Everyone needs a break. However, when it comes to taking the kids not all resorts are family-friendly … Read More

October Crockpot Recipes AKA Crocktober

I just heard it was “Crocktober”. Fall means so many are busting out the crock pot. It is amazing how many meals we can make in the crock pot. For my family, chili is old faithful and you will find it in my crock pot a few times through the fall. I love the crock pot because of its simplicity, … Read More

How I Build My Immune System

Did you know there are many ways to build your immune system? I’m sharing some some simple ways to do so. Paying Attention I know this has been a long year for many of us. Some even just want 2021 to arrive already. Here in Minnesota, the winter tends to be our flu season. This is when many of us … Read More

Turkey Burgers

I love these with a lettuce wrap or just plain! This is a great meal to make a few extra. Freeze uncooked burgers for the next time you are grilling or grill a few extras for your lunches during the next week.

Grilled Chicken Fajitas

My cast iron skillet has become a go-to for cooking on the grill. Check out this quick, colorful, tasty fajita recipe.

Travel Insights from the Quintana Roo Tourism Board

I am seeing travelers head back to Mexico and the Caribbean. Yes, of course you will notice some changes in your travels! Yet I find this exciting and hopeful for all of us to enjoy what we love so much. I wanted to share this update on the precautions that Cancun and Riviera Maya area are taking. Resorts are slowly … Read More

5 New TSA Guidelines You Need to Know Now

Travel insights from Andrea Sedlacek, editor of The Compass The COVID-19 pandemic has caused the Transportation and Security Administration (TSA) to make some changes to the security process to further protect flyers and TSA officers. And as destinations, hotels, resorts and theme parks are starting to open up and welcome visitors again, it’s not doubt that air traffic will continue … Read More