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FRANCE: Laduree Macarons
Laduree Macarons Sure, you can get a real French macaron all over the place in France. But, there's something extra special about Laduree macarons. Maybe the fashionable Parisian matrons sipping tea and delightful French families with their well-dressed (and even better behaved) children or the mind blowing coffee have something to do with it. If you've never had a REAL French macaron, [...]
BELIZE: Mexico Rocks and Bacalar Chico Tour
BELIZE: Mexico Rocks and Bacalar Chico Tour My boyfriend nailed my 48th birthday. It's entirely likely that this year's gift—a Bacalar Chico tour and snorkeling in Mexico Rocks—may never be beat. Two local guides who knew where the BBQ was, a tiny boat, fishing poles, our hats, strong sunscreen, one Transderm Scop patch, and a plan to catch our lunch in the sea [...]
COOL STUFF: Healthy Freeze Dried Backpacking Food
Healthy Freeze Dried Backpacking Food (by Valley Food Storage) The last time I went backpacking, I barfed. My boyfriend had no choice but to take me seriously now. My system just can't handle the processed crap-in-a-bag that he has had no problem eating for years. I needed healthy freeze dried backpacking food. I had serious food concerns before we even left [...]
BOOK REVIEW:The Devil in the White City
The Devil in the White City Review TITLE: The Devil in the White City AUTHOR: Erik Larson GENRE: Historical Fiction Synopsis Author Erik Larson imbues the incredible events surrounding the 1893 Chicago World's Fair with such drama that readers may find themselves checking the book's categorization to be sure that 'The Devil in the White City' is not, in fact, a highly imaginative [...]
ABC Tips on Visiting BELIZE
ABC Tips on Visiting BelizeI have wandered to Belize numerous times, visiting both the rainforest and the reef. I adore this place—the landscape, the people, the climate, the food, and the cocktails! Since I have a thing with ABCs, I'm sharing my tips on visiting Belize with you alphabetically. Enjoy—and, don't hesitate to contact me with any questions! [...]
BELIZE: Colorful Caye Caulker Tips
BELIZE: Colorful Caye Caulker Tips FINALLY!!! I got to do Belize exactly MY way. Until this latest wander, I had always come with my kids and/or ex-husband, which involved major sacrifices. My guy is neither skiddish or snobby, so I booked an Airbnb on the colorful island of Caye Caulker I'm sharing my favorite Caye Caulker tips in this post. Caye Caulker is a tiny [...]