What are your summer travel plans? I’d genuinely love to know. Somewhere between traveling, hosting our very first Tuscany tour, visiting my mom, planning my niece’s bridal shower, and hopping between Seattle and California, my monthly newsletter somehow turned into a six-month recap! Apparently, life doesn’t slow down just because we’re getting older. Honestly? I …
Welcome to the final newsletter of the year – My 2025 year in review! Just some highlights – we would be here all day! Is it just me, or did 2025 fly by in a blink? As I look back, I’m filled with gratitude—for family milestones, unforgettable travels, meaningful work, and all of you who …
A Seattle Bomb Cyclone? Before I get to the outrageous title, I want to say, for the record, that I am a very prompt person. I am always on time but cannot publish a newsletter by the first of the month to save my life. It seems that we are always traveling the first week …
September Travel News & More! In my last newsletter update, I wrote that August was a whirlwind of activity, and to be perfectly honest, September was no slower! Our September travel news found us in the pumpkin fields of Seattle, the mountains of the Rockies, and in the gardens of California. A wonderful month! Garden …
August Adventures! Out of the gate, we started the month of August on a full run. The summer flew by this year! August was especially wonderful as our twin grandchildren celebrated their fourth birthday. Their Mom baked a three-tier “Funfetti” and chocolate cake topped with a ring of sprinkles (Josie’s favorite). They were joined by …
It’s the middle of summer and it is going by too fast! Do you feel that too? Here’s to a mid-summer check-in. How’s your summer going? Is it going by far too fast? The weather in the Pacific Northwest has been spectacular! We traveled to Southern California, and although it is always beautiful, it was HOT! …
Summer is almost here!! Summer is fast approaching, and I am looking forward to it. My birthday is June 16th, which always coincides with the Opening of Summer for me! It is the time of year for Dads and Grads and lots of family celebrations. This month is always so festive! We will be celebrating …