Enjoy Summerfest from now until September 3rd, 2018! One of my family's favorite places to visit is Gaylord National, the Capital Region's premier waterfront resort. In celebration of its 10 year anniversary, Gaylord National is offering Summerfest. Summerfest features fun American-themed summertime activities and an All-American Celebration. This past weekend my children and I were able Keep Reading >>
The Conche, A Chocolatey Culinary Experience
You could say my husband and I are foodies. We keep mental lists of our top five favorite culinary experiences and are extremely picky when praising any food establishment. We read a few reviews about The Conche, a chocolate theme boutique restaurant that opened in Leesburg, Virginia a year ago today, and added it to our list of 'must visits'. The restaurant is owned and operated by Keep Reading >>
More Than Pink at Leesburg Corner Premium Outlets
In early 2004 my Mother was diagnosed with stage 3 breast cancer. Endless Dr. appointments, medicines, ports and a double mastectomy left my Mother a different person. Life became more precious not just for my Mother but for my whole family. We no longer took our health for granted. My Mother when she was battling breast cancer. I didn't know much about breast cancer then and have Keep Reading >>
Explore History with Arlington National Cemetery Tours
We have lived in the Northern Virginia Area for 5 years so friends were shocked when they found out we hadn't taken our children to visit Arlington National Cemetery. It has always been a dream of mine to take my children to the cemetery however past experiences have made me not want to visit. You see, when I was in both middle and high school I visited Arlington National Cemetery. I excitedly Keep Reading >>
Luau Kalamaku Kauai
I moved around a lot when I was a kid. I went to 4 different elementary schools and it was hard to adjust as a little person. The one thing that was always constant in my life was Kauai. We spent every summer of my life there when I was growing up. I did get to spend all of Junior High at one school but then we moved to Kauai full time when I was in high school. I never know what to say when Keep Reading >>
Kauai Backcountry Adventures Tubing
I grew up on the beautiful island of Kauai. You'd think that being there full time would be a constant beach party but believe it or not, it becomes the place you live. You still have school and work every day, you still have piano lessons and soccer practice, and you start to forget to enjoy the sun setting over the ocean. Now that I'm far from the place my heart lives on a regular basis, when Keep Reading >>
Top Five Spring Activities for Families in Washington, DC
Spring is almost here and I can't wait. On the agenda? Picnics, visits to Georgetown and more. When you live so close to Washington, DC there is always a wealth of activities to choose from year-round. With the help of my family, I have narrowed down our top five favorite family activities for Spring in Washington, DC. 1. Take a walk along the Tidal Basin-Pack up your picnic Keep Reading >>
Outfitters Kauai
Waimea Canyon Downhill Bike Tour It's no secret that Kauai is where my heart lives. I am lucky enough to be able to go back twice a year and feed my soul. There's something about stepping into that tiny, open-air airport that fills my whole body with a feeling of peace and love. I love being able to go alone with the Hubs to Kauai. It gives us time to reconnect out of the hustle and Keep Reading >>
Visit Kauai-The Garden Isle
The swaying palm trees, warm tropical breeze, lush green foliage and the scent of plumeria... There is just something so magical, so enchanting about Kaua'i. However, you don't have to take my word for it. It is a favorite of celebrities and many films have used Kaua'i as a backdrop: Jurrasic Park, South Pacific, Blue Hawaii and the Descendants to name a few. Since traveling to Kaua'i in Keep Reading >>
Choolaah Indian BBQ will Spice up your Senses
If your taste buds need a bit of spice: both savory and sweet, I suggest you head to your local Choolaah Indian BBQ. This past week I went to my local Choolaah Indian BBQ for a class on spices and to try a sampling of their menu. Now, I think of myself as a pretty knowledgeable person when it comes to cooking and baking. That was until spices were laid out on a table before me with no Keep Reading >>
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