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    Is Explora Journeys Worth the Price? A Realistic Look at the Cost of Luxury at Sea

    When James and I booked our sailing with Explora Journeys, I knew two things right away.First, this was clearly a…

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    Explora Journeys Review: What Luxury at Sea Really Feels Like

    Why We Chose Explora Journeys James and I were looking for a last-minute getaway, the kind that wasn’t about checking…

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    Lifestyle | Wine and Spirits

    The Holiday Table: Wines for Every Celebration

    A festive, evergreen guide to sipping well from Thanksgiving through New Year’s. The holiday season has always been one of…

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    Lifestyle | Marketplace

    How Travel Inspires My Home Decor

    Creating Everyday Luxury from Global Adventures Every trip I’ve taken has found its way home with me, not as souvenirs,…

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    Lifestyle | Travel

    The Art of Slow Travel: Savoring the Journey

    Slow travel isn’t about doing less – it’s about noticing more. After my father died, my mother, daughter, and I…

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    4 Parks, 1 Day: A Magical Mother-Daughter Disney Adventure

    Can you really visit all four Walt Disney World parks in one day? My daughter and I decided to find…

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    Affordable Luxury Travel: Indulgence Without the Big Price Tag

    Luxury travel isn’t always about five-star resorts or first-class flights that cost thousands of dollars. Sometimes, it’s about the small…

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    Lifestyle | Writing

    Shoestring Manor: Lessons in Home, Life, and Letting Go

    Some homes are meant to be forever, and others are meant to be stepping stones. For me, “Shoestring Manor”, an…

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    The Beehive Cottage Retreat: Lessons from Life on the Maine Coast

    Every home tells a story, and for me, The Beehive is more than just a seasonal cottage on the Maine…

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    Travel | Wine and Spirits

    My Favorite Champagne Luxury Travel Moments Around the World

    Champagne has always been a symbol of celebration, but for me, it’s become something more, with experiencing Champagne luxury travel…

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Photographer: Lauren Lane Location: Iceland

This morning, I’m sitting quietly at our #Florida This morning, I’m sitting quietly at our #Florida home with a cup of @communitycoffee , watching the sun rise through the moss-draped trees. The temperature is mild, the birds are beginning their morning songs, and for a few moments, the world feels still.

I found myself wondering what the newly announced @dollyparton Community Coffee blend, “Cup of Ambition,” tastes like. I have a feeling I could use a little extra ambition these days.

I think it’s finally sinking in that this summer season looks very different than the past few years. Changes at the winery and an unpredictable cottage rental season in #Maine have added an unexpected layer of uncertainty. Life is beautiful, and I am deeply thankful for our many blessings, but even the best-laid plans sometimes don’t unfold the way we hoped.

Today, I don’t have all the answers. Today, I’m simply trying to let go and let God.

My time in Italy was meaningful in ways I am still unpacking. It wasn’t just an adventure. It was a chance to step away from everyday life and see things more clearly. I realized how much pressure I place on myself to be everything for everyone. The truth is, I’m getting a little older, and maybe it’s time to slow down a bit and stop carrying so much.

I’ve learned firsthand what stress can do to a person (have you read my book?), and I’ve also learned the healing that comes from stepping away from what no longer serves you. Since leaving my career in the Louisiana fire service, I’ve been remarkably healthy, and that says a lot.

So this morning, as the sun rises over the trees and the coffee warms my hands, I’m reminding myself to embrace this season, finish the projects waiting patiently for me, write more, and most importantly, find the joy again.

I have a feeling it’s still there, waiting for me. ☕️🌅
#travelandlife
Found our new girl-gang t-shirt …. Thanks @goodday Found our new girl-gang t-shirt …. Thanks @gooddaytampabay 😅
Y’all know I Iike to shop. And take lots of photos Y’all know I Iike to shop. And take lots of photos. When in Vatican City, I came across several exclusive Vatican treasures and one-of-a-kind keepsakes that simply can’t be found anywhere else in the world.
A Goodnight from Vatican City After weeks of wind A Goodnight from Vatican City

After weeks of winding roads, ancient cities, seaside villages, vineyards, and unforgettable moments, we have arrived at the final stop of our grand tour of Italy: Rome.

From my window, I have a beautiful up-close view of Vatican City and St. Peter’s Basilica, the heart of the Holy See. It feels like the perfect place to pause, reflect, and give thanks before our journey carries us back home.

Travel has a way of reminding us how vast the world is, yet how connected we all are through history, faith, family, and love. Soon, I will light a candle inside St. Peter’s Basilica in memory of those I have loved and lost. Though they are no longer walking beside me, they have been part of every step of this journey.

As this Italian adventure draws to a close, my heart is full…of gratitude, memories, and the quiet reminder that every ending is also the beginning of a new chapter.

Rome, you are a fitting finale.
Leaving Amalfi this morning following ferries head Leaving Amalfi this morning following ferries heading North to Positano and South to Maoiri. #amalficoast #italygram
Scenic Eclipse 2 in port today, Amalfi (Ravello), Scenic Eclipse 2 in port today, Amalfi (Ravello), Italy #cruise #cruiseship @sceniccruises.eu
A Vineyard Rainbow, Tuscan Sunset, and Romano the A Vineyard Rainbow, Tuscan Sunset, and Romano the Donkey #tuscanygram
Golden hour in Tuscany. As the sun slips behind t Golden hour in Tuscany.

As the sun slips behind the vines, the world seems to slow down. The conversations soften, the air cools, and for a moment, nothing is urgent.

Just the glow of the vineyard.
Just the beauty of being here.

🍷 Tuscany, Italy
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