A few years ago (about 3), fresh off of our first go with parenthood, John and I took a small weekend trip to Portland, OR for a quick getaway. Having Luca, our son, was one of the most amazing experiences of our lives. It was also a very stressful time filled with maternal medical issues […]
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In London, cold sandwiches are in every shop around the corner. These sandwiches were my go to while vacationing and were a much needed retreat from an overdose on fried fish n chips. At one point, we took a tour out to Stonehenge and there was a small cafeteria after our tour which had these delicious pre-fab chicken salad cold sandwiches.
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This year for our 8th wedding anniversary, we decided a break from the kids was in order. Thankfully my mother and father in law offered to watch the kiddos so that we could escape for a 2 night stay in Sedona. Being exceptionally tired and weary, we chose a smaller resort with exceptional views and
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In Phoenix, once we hit October, it’s officially time to CELEBRATE Fall. Neighbors start to pull our their Halloween decor and it’s cooler early in the morning and evening when the sun sets. This is the best time of year to scope out the best outdoor play spaces and hiking routines. The Farm at South
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June was amazing. We decided to pack up the kiddos in the car and hit the road for some beach weather in San Diego. Not only was it time for a proper vacation but we both missed the ocean and wanted the kids to experience it for the first time. What we experienced for the
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We visited Minnesota as a family in May. It was a welcome trip and the first visit to see my family since before the COVID 19 pandemic. We were also really excited to see my family for the first time since the birth of my daughter Farah which also meant traveling on an airplane with
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Our last evening in France we did the most cliche thing EVER. Fresh off of several days of touring and travel, we were exhausted, but that wasn’t going to stop us. We were going on a picnic. We swung by the local grocery store and grabbed a baguette, cheese, cured meat, some fruit and a
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When visiting Marie Antoinette’s House The Palace of Versailles, you must be prepared for anything. Our second day in France we embarked on our journey to Versailles through intermittent rain and cold. What started off as a mostly sunny with clouds day ended with a really funny memory and a great day. Make note, you
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The amount of expectations leading up to Paris were monumental. High school trips, family and friends talking about how it’s the most amazing place, and the beautiful museums. I had heard about how amazing Paris was my entire life, so it was a guaranteed 1000% an awesome place to visit. But the truth is, once
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Barcelona is an amazing city to see and explore, but nothing compares to Montserrat. No such a place has ever touched my heart quite like this mountain refuge. From Barcelona, you will need to take a train (or 2) to Montserrat located about 38 miles northeast. This is a fully recommended day trip and I
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