Vacation

Two Weeks of La Dolce Vita in Italy
Two Weeks of La Dolce Vita in Italy
Two Weeks of La Dolce Vita in Italy
I'm back from a two week vacation in Italy and thought I'd share with you some highlights and observations in today's blog post. The food in Italy is truly delicious.  Every meal was something special.  Fresh ingredients were lovingly prepared at every place we went...
What Are Good House Rules for Shared Vacations?
What Are Good House Rules for Shared Vacations?
What Are Good House Rules for Shared Vacations?
"Family Rules" signs have become popular in today's decor.  I'm sure you've seen them in the stores or at your friends' houses.  Maybe you even have one of them that says something like 'Love Each Other," "Laugh Often," etc. I started to think about family rules as it relates to sharing a summer house together...
Tried and True or Exploring New?
Tried and True or Exploring New?
Tried and True or Exploring New?
It's been interesting to talk to people about their summer plans.  Of those who are going somewhere on vacation, there are some will head towards a new destination, while others are going to the same place they go every year. Though I have some favorite spots that I sometimes return to, I generally like to explore new places when I travel...
Passing The Time On Long Parkway and Turnpike Drives
Passing The Time On Long Parkway and Turnpike Drives
Passing The Time On Long Parkway and Turnpike Drives
"Are We There Yet??"  Haven't we all heard that refrain from the back seat of our cars?  As it's prime road-trip season, I thought it might be helpful to talk about ways to pass the time when on a long car ride this summer. It's amazing how some fun games like "Eye Spy" can get everyone off their devices and enjoying time with everyone else in the car...
Yay! To Sharing Vacay Pics
Yay! To Sharing Vacay Pics
Yay! To Sharing Vacay Pics
How do you feel when you see peoples' vacation photos on social media?  According to a study by a U.K insurance company Aviva, an overwhelming majority are annoyed when they see holiday pictures. I admit that sometimes I get a little envious, particularly if I'm having a stressful week...

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