Food, Musings, Travel, Wine/Cocktails

A Simple Meal

Judy and I marveled at how we continually bring our travels to our table, re-living the tastes and memories of places we’ve been both near and far.

Bucket List, Distractions, Diversion, Flying, Food, Musings, Travel

For the Love of Travel

The age old question lovers ask each other popped into my head, “Why do you love me?” If travel could ask me that, how would I answer?

Distractions, Flying, Musings, Travel

The Contrails Are Back!

Contrails, after all, are visual reminders of how easy it is to travel the world and experience new and exciting things.

Alexandria, Food, Travel

Fresh Olive Oil in Arizona

David poured samples of olive oil into little cups and passed them around, the scent of the fresh EVOO transported me back to Italy as I inhaled it before sipping the golden-colored liquid.

Arizona, Food, Travel

A Sweet Local Find

When the Cerreta signature French mint truffles are being made, the entire building smells of spearmint and chocolate.

Arizona, Musings, Travel

Desert Rain

The sound of raindrops on the roof awoke me from my slumber. Far away, distant thunder rumbled through the night sky.  It was raining in the desert. Waking up to the sound of rain is a rarity here, even more so this past year when we went broke the record for days without any measurable… Continue reading Desert Rain

Musings, Travel

Souvenirs

Whether you go for shot glasses, snow globes, postcards or something else, just remember the best souvenir is your memories of a place.

Musings, Travel

Travel Tips for a Friend

One of my favorite quotes is “travel is the only thing you can buy that makes you richer.” But simply plopping down a credit card for tickets is not enough. It takes time, energy and effort.

Musings, Travel

Living Vicariously

Go live a life that will make others want to live vicariously through you. Find little moments in your day worth sharing - spread those moments of joy!

Bucket List, Musings, Travel

Musings From Mid-air

You often hear people say if they had that kind of money, they wouldn’t change. To that I sneak in another boldly stated, “Balderdash!” Of course you will change!