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  • Best Photo Spots in Disney World

    Best Photo Spots in Disney World

    I’ll admit that taking pictures at the best photo spots in Disney World started as a goof. I’ve always been described as the awkward and/or cute girl. Even a geeky girl. I’m absolutely fine with that. I embrace who I am. I know that I will NEVER be the hot, sexy, or stunning girl in…

  • Everglades National Park-Coe and Flamingo

    Everglades National Park-Coe and Flamingo

    Despite all of the spectacular nature, it is my favorite moment of the day, at Everglades National Park.  “Are there any questions?” Park Ranger Ashley asks. A young girl, in a pink hat, raises her hand.  “How do I become a Park Ranger? I really want to be a Park Ranger someday.” Park Ranger Ashley’s…

  • Robert Is Here-Homestead

    Robert Is Here-Homestead

    I’m sure your first question as I recommend Robert Is Here is, I’m supposed to visit a fruit stand?  The answer is, yes, but Robert Is Here is not your average fruit stand.  Needing a little fuel in the morning, we stop at Robert Is Here. I heard they have smoothies, and I appreciate a…

  • Everglades National Park-Shark Valley

    Everglades National Park-Shark Valley

    The walkers observe us hungrily, as the Shark Valley Tram, in Everglades National Park, makes its way back to the visitors’ center.  I imagine at the start of the day, ambition and motivation, convinced them the loop is an easy saunter. Reaching the tower, the view incites oohhs and aahhs, until reality sets in. After…

  • Big Cypress National Preserve-Florida

    Big Cypress National Preserve-Florida

    “Stay right there, I have to get the book,” directs Park Ranger Maggie, at Big Cypress National Preserve.  The book is where Park Rangers record the “quote of the day.” I don’t inquire if all National Park sites have a quote of the day book, or just Big Cypress. I am too excited.  Entering the…

  • Lafayette-History and Cultural Tour

    Lafayette-History and Cultural Tour

    Lafayette, Louisiana, is steeped in history. Growing up and continuing to live in the North East, Tri-State area, I am immersed in the United States’ past. Narratives of the Revolutionary War and the start of the United States, percolate in my brain. This foundation now gives me a thirst, to learn about history beyond my…

  • Vermilionville-Lafayette

    Vermilionville-Lafayette

    Our tour of Vermilionville, in Lafayette, Louisiana, ends with a cat. A snoozy, friendly cat, who elicitsdelighted photo snaps. But this is the ending, First, the beginning.Upon arrival to Vermilionville, our group is introduced to tour guide, Kevin.Kevin leads us through Vermilionville, a living history village museum. The purpose is to preserveLouisiana history and the…

  • Martin Accordions-Lafayette

    Martin Accordions-Lafayette

    Sometimes your favorite travel experiences are the ones you least expect. I see a stop at Martin Accordions, on our Lafayette History and Culture Tour, itinerary. I have no idea at the time, what a rare and wonderful experience awaits. Martin Accordions is a family run business, in Lafayette, Louisiana. We are greeted at the…

  • We Eat A Lot of Disney World Ice Cream

    We Eat A Lot of Disney World Ice Cream

    Disney World Ice Cream offers an endless selection. Usually when I say, we eat a lot of ice cream, it includes three, maybe four stops, but with so many opportunities, on this trip, we eat A LOT of ice cream.  Salt + Straw In the ice cream enthusiast world, a visit to Salt + Straw,…