It's spring, and that means that people start to flock outside to listen to music. With this comes the opportunity to display your personal style while trying to remain comfortable in the elements. While the younger set have made music festivals like Bonnaroo and Coachella an outdoor fashion week, if you are of a certain age and don't regularly go to concerts, putting together an outfit can be intimidating. No one wants to be the old lady that sticks out at a concert because

Since I do love ya, I wanted to share the most adorable store with you, and they will even ship to your door! Bodacious Olive, out of Pensacola, Florida, specializes in olive oil and vinegar in unbelievable combinations. Think Wild Mushroom and Sage or Milanese Gremolata olive oil. Or try the Blenheim Apricot or Cara-Cara Orange Vanilla balsamic vinegar. Their oils and vinegars are organic, gluten-free and verified non-GMO. They offer web-orders, and if you are a foodie, or n

I'm driving on the road A LOT. About half the time, I hit a traffic jam. In the past, I'd drum my fingers, wonder whether it was construction or an accident, and hope for a way out! Then I found the Waze app. Have you tried it? Essentially, it is a real-time network of users that let you know what's happening on the road. I love that it shows if a police officer is on the scene, what the speed limit is, if a car is stalled on the side of the road, and what-not. Just knowing h

I had the chance to visit Grand Cayman recently, and WOW. I love this Island for so many reasons (year round 80 degree temps, super-happy locals, extra clean facilities...the list goes on). If you get a chance to go, jump at it! While you are there, let me recommend three places to eat that are really good and won't break the bank. You don't feel like you have to dress up at any of these, either. 1. Sunshine Grill-This is Trip Advisor's #1 restaurant in GC, and for good reaso

As part of the continuing series on travel items, I thought I'd give you a review of some of the pieces I carried on a recent trip. I test drove my new bag from Barrington Gifts (see earlier post here), and I LOVED it. It was such a good tote bag as a carry on, as it had lots of pockets and zippered sections, but it was also perfect as a beach bag and purse while I was on the trip. It never seemed too big or too heavy, but it carried what I needed. I also took a new duffel ba

I have become a total weirdo when it comes to reading travel posts. I can't get enough of articles on trimming down what to take on a trip. I guess I'm trying to make the most of that valuable carry-on space! As such, I thought I'd do a series for you on packing for a tropical trip; starting with my carry-on tote. To start, let me give you a list of standard items: sunglasses, phone charger, emergency battery charger, empty water bottle (to be filled once inside airport), lip

If you've been to a football game this fall, you know about the new bag requirements. In case you have post-season plans, or are planning to attend some NFL games, you know how HARD it is to find a bag that meets the standard! Here's the definition: Small “clutch" purses, no larger than 4 1/2" by 6 1/2", with or without a handle or strap can be taken into the stadium in addition to the approved clear plastic bags. I've had an awful time finding anything other than a few wrist

If you've been paying attention to Pintrest lately, you've probably seen capsule wardrobes floating on your feed. These minimalist choices are supposed to help streamline your life by giving you mix-and-match, no-brainer clothing options. I tried giving it a whirl for an upcoming trip, and I'll let you know how the choices work out. I'm spending a very casual four-night, five-day trip in Missouri in late October. For me this will mean soccer games, movies, and hanging out. My

So, I had my first experience on a cruise this summer. We did Royal Caribbean's Adventure of the Seas, and it was a lot of fun! I read everything I could find before going, and my favorite organizational tips came in handy! If you're doing a group trip, I'd recommend the following items (most picked up at the dollar store): 1. An over-the-door shoe organizer. This was handy for all those little items that collect, like hairbrushes, sunscreen, cards, etc... I'm not lucky enoug

Nothing like cold weather to make you run south of the border! I recently got to visit Cabo San Lucas, and it was fantastic! I'm a nervous traveler, but the city itself was very "Americanized" so it was pretty easy to navigate. We could see whales breaching out in the distance from the house we rented. I mean, COME ON! We did a vacation rental by owner. If you need lots of bedrooms and like to cook some of your meals, this is a HUGE price advantage. Plus, the caretaker, Eric,