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Christmastime may be my favorite time of year. Cuddling up inside by the fire, eating delicious food, hanging with friends and family, and despite what the Grinch says, giving gifts. This year I decided to give myself a gift, a … Continue reading
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I jetted to Madrid for the first time this fine August weekend. I had a work meeting on Friday afternoon, so I arranged to stay through the weekend, and husband met me later that night to explore. Three things made … Continue reading
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We were lured to the northwestern coast of France by the obscenely delicious looking regional cuisine featured on Anthony Bourdain’s No Reservations Brittany episode. Fresh oysters, savory galletes, caramel au beurre salé with coastal views to match.
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I had the pleasure of attending a beautiful weekend in Trentino, Italy this weekend. Have you ever visited Trentino? It’s not really on the usual Italy tourism lap (for Americans, anyway), but wow, it should be. The wedding reception was … Continue reading
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I’ve been itching for a coastal break. The salty, refreshing air and the warmth of the sun. I think it makes you stand a little taller, like a neglected plant that’s been put in front of the window (seasonal-affective disorder, … Continue reading
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I swear you can visit Paris a thousand times over and never tire of her. Husband’s significant birthday (the big 3-0) deserved a long weekend. My parents joined us at the Hotel de l’Abbaye, a charming little boutique hotel in … Continue reading
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People really do seem to come out of hibernation during spring in London. We all cast off those bulky winter sweaters and flock to the parks in order to soak up some much needed vitamin d.
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Husband ran the South Devon Trail Marathon this weekend, part of Endurancelife‘s Coastal Trail Series. While he was partaking in a grueling 28.5 miles (yep, it’s even longer than the usual marathon distance), I brought my camera and faffed about … Continue reading
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Husband surprised me with a completely planned getaway to Amsterdam for my birthday. I didn’t even know where we were going until we were in the car headed to the airport, he just told to me pack for the weekend … Continue reading
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Even in late December when the weather outside is frightful. This was a cold one! But who can complain about spending NYE in the City of Light? Happy New Year!
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A quick trip over to Cambridge for the day. What a delightful city full of history. Love that gothic architecture. It was a typical cold, grey, curmudgeony, English winter day; I even had to buy an additional par of socks … Continue reading
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Ah France, exploring your many cities and towns never gets old. We had the opportunity to help harvest grapes for a friend’s family’s hobby vineyard. The weekend included a proper cultural induction: delicious rillette and saucisson for breakfast in the … Continue reading