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Where to Go for the Best Views in Edinburgh, Scotland
It’s hard not to love Edinburgh, Scotland. The people are friendly, it's easy to get around and the blend of old and new is fascinating. This bustling capital city is divided between Old Town with its medieval history and New Town with its evolution from the 18th century to now. Plus, there’s a long coastline and green hills and expanses. Edinburgh sits on the remains of a 350-million-year-old volcanic island. And, with glacial erosion and time, the ancient volcanic formation
Jan 10, 20246 min read


Movie Marathons and Trivia: The Christmas Edition
Add the marshmallows to the cocoa, grab a fuzzy blanket and cozy up on the sofa–it's the final stretch for Christmas movie marathons!...
Dec 18, 202311 min read


Wow Your Guests with an Edible Wreath of Tomatoes, Cheese and Basil in a Raisin-Herb Marinade
Mashed potatoes, rolls, gravy…Christmas meals are a feast of carbs. It’s all tasty, but it’s heavy. For something that’s lighter,...
Dec 15, 20232 min read


This Holiday Season Celebrate and Enjoy Apples—the Unsung Health Rock Stars
Poor apples. They’re like the middle child of produce. No one ever says they’re rock stars or calls them a ‘superfood.’ Mothers don’t...
Nov 13, 20235 min read


Escape into ATL's Ponce City Market with Rooftop Games, Unique Retail and Vast Food Hall
When we drove up to Ponce City Market in Atlanta my expectations were lukewarm. I thought we’d have a nice brunch, walk around a little...
Nov 6, 20235 min read


Death, Money & Mystery Down South: The Unsolved Case of Zachary “Smith” Reynolds
She was a scandal. Pouty lips, rumors of wild unladylike behavior and, of course, all that money. Broadway torch singer Libby Holman...
Nov 1, 202310 min read


Visit Historic Reynolda for a Day of Retail Therapy, Delicious Food and Recreation
Nestled inside Winston-Salem, N.C., is the beautiful, historic area of Reynolda. It’s the perfect day-trip destination offering...
Oct 31, 20236 min read


Go Gourmet at T.J. Maxx
“Discount” and “gourmet” are words that don’t usually end up in the same sentence. Well, when it comes to the food section of T.J. Maxx, they do. If you like specialty items at a great price, make the Maxx your go-to. Don’t just take my word for it, there are plenty of respected publications dedicated to food and fancy cuisine that break down the mystique that is T.J. Maxx gourmet, and, for that matter, its sister stores, Marshalls and HomeGoods. The biggest misconception is
Oct 25, 20233 min read


Tips for Decorating A Halloween Party Table That's All Treat, Not Tricky
You don’t need to spend hours or lots of cash to create a visually interesting and frightfully fun serving table for your next Halloween party. Follow these quick tips for transforming your table faster than a werewolf appears in a full moon. Stick with a Theme A table looks best if there is a consistent theme in both story and color. The idea is to avoid too many elements and only use what makes sense to tell your spooky story. Also, you'll be adding serving dishes and tray
Oct 17, 20236 min read


Help! I Need Party Food Fast: The Halloween Edition
What’s scarier, being chased by a zombie or a family member saying, “I just invited all the neighbors over for Halloween,” and that’s the next day! Don’t fear, here are some quick and easy ways to feed the scary masses at your house that look anything but last minute. Main Bites Chicken Salad “Bug” Sandwiches Ingredients 2 teaspoons of dried tarragon 2 tablespoons pecan bits (if you can’t find the extra small bits, use chopped pecans) ½ cup sliced red, seedless grapes (also s
Oct 17, 20237 min read
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