When you think about Mardi Gras the majority think of New Orleans, but the first Mardi Gras was held in Mobile, Alabama in 1703. You will find there’s a lot of history about Mardi Gras along the Gulf Coast as well. Visiting the Coastal Mississippi Mardi Gras Museum in Biloxi will give you a lot…
9/11/2001 – How much do you remember? Come From Away is a great musical based on how the residents of Gander, Newfoundland basically welcomed over 6,500 people to their town of 11,000 on that day. Most were stranded for about five days. A WINNER HAS BEEN NOTIFIED It’s coming to Chattanooga this weekend for three…
It’s my birthday month so I’m sharing some of my favorite freebies. Who doesn’t love free things and especially for your birthday? Here are over 50 Birthday Freebies or discounts to sign up for in preparing for your next birthday. I’m celebrating my birthday month and will even be offering a “gift” to a lucky…
Located just an hour south of Chatanooga in Cartervilles, Georgia, lies the Booth Western Art Museum. This is not only a great exhibit to be able to view the West without leaving the South, but it’s also the place that houses the largest permanent exhibit of Western American art in the entire country. Many of…
Do you ever get off some of the main roads while traveling? Take an extra day or two while traveling to take the less traveled road and as they say, “see the world”. See these Best Scenic Drives in Florida. Florida boasts magnificent views almost everywhere you look, but there are some that simply stand…
For the most amazing light show, a visit to the Atlanta Botanical Gardens in Atlanta is a must. There’s not too much more time for this season, but it’s something to put on your calendar for next year. Garden Lights, Holiday Nights, normally opens in mid-November and runs through the second week of January. Many…
Can you find 24 Things to Declutter in 2024? I bet most of us can (hand raised here). With downsizing from a house to an apartment a few years ago, I have done a lot, but I had a lot, and still have a lot. But, finally figuring out what I really like to use…
It’s just one week til Christmas. Are you ready? Have you done any baking yet? When you say Christmas first thoughts probably go to the Reason for the Season, a decorated tree and the next thing might be a favorite CHRISTMAS COOKIE. Today I’m sharing Twenty-Five Favorite Christmas Cookies and Treats. Plus a few extra…