Exploring the Places No One is Talking About
The LBJ National Grasslands near Decatur, TX have miles of trails and many people visit to ride their horse along these trails. We visit to hike and maybe tent camp one day. Last time we visited there were still some wild flowers but the fall foliage was making itself seen and it is too beautiful
Simple Syrups are easy to make and they can add a lot of flavor to recipes. Below some of my favorites! Honey-Thyme I have use this on sweet potato pancakes and mixed with whiskey on the rocks. Get the recipe here. Blueberry-Lavender I have used this syrup in fresh-squeezed lemonade, on meringues, and it can
Hiking in Texas can be hot even in the spring and fall. I always carry water for both Bear and I but as we hike longer trails I worry about not having enough. So in the interest of everyone having enough water, we bought Bear a pack. He has shoes too, right now he is
Title: The Light Between OceansAuthor: M.L. StedmanPublication Date: 2012Publishing House: Scribner I picked this book up on a random stroll through Recycled Books, I will admit that it was the cover that caught my attention. Synopsis from Goodreads: Australia, 1926. After four harrowing years fighting on the Western Front, Tom Sherbourne returns home to take a
I really loved all of the vendors that we worked with for our wedding and I want to give them all a moment in the spotlight! If you are looking for good vendors, reach out to these. I’ve also included some of the other places where we got some of the details! Venue – The
If your house is anything like mine, in the fall you buy a lot of apples: they are in season and go into delicious pies and cobblers. But what about those apples that don’t get eaten and made into pies, what to do with them? Don’t throw them out! Instead turn them into fresh apple
We love taking Bear camping and hiking. Dogs require just as much gear as people to be comfortable and safe while relaxing in the campsite! Some of these might make you ask, “who would forget that?” But we have all forgotten something important every now and then. Hopefully this check list will help on your
This has been the most stressful year to plan and have a wedding. But as of October 2020 I married my best friend. The day was beautiful, there were tears, and I don’t think I stopped smiling the whole day. We didn’t hire a wedding planner and a lot of time and energy went into
Title: Alexander HamiltonAuthor: Ron ChernowPublication Date: 2004Publishing House: Penguin Books Lin-Manuel Miranda read this biography of Alexander Hamilton and it later inspired his musical, Hamilton. That play later inspired Miranda to write Hamilton: The Revolution. Synopsis From Goodreads Pulitzer Prize-winning author Ron Chernow presents a landmark biography of Alexander Hamilton, the Founding Father who galvanized,
I have not had time to come up with a new recipe for you all and I have some big news coming soon! In the mean time, enjoy this Bourbon-Pecan Upside-Down Cake! Get the recipe here! What is your favorite fall treat? Let me know in the comments! Have a great Friday and a fantastic weekend!
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