Tag: blogging
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Are the Mini Print Emporium Mystery Packs Worth It?
Hello readers, friends, and fellow travelers, The Emporium madness continues! As I mentioned in my last blog, I was lucky enough to attend Ana Incardi’s Mini Print Emporium in Portland, Maine this past week. It was an incredible experience, and I came home with so many amazing prints. One question I kept hearing from fellow…
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Emporium Madness: Was It Worth the Hype?
Hello readers, friends, and fellow travelers, I know… I never followed through with updating you all on the Emporium madness. Fortunately, life has been wonderfully busy between enjoying Maine’s beautiful summer weather, spending time with family and friends, and, of course, getting swept up in all the Emporium excitement. Even though I’m a little late,…
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Call Me Cinderella—I’m Counting Down to Ana Incardi’s Emporium
Hello readers, friends, and fellow travelers, I am currently waiting for the clock to strike twelve. Am I Cinderella, or am I just counting down the minutes until Ana Incardi’s Emporium opens? Honestly, probably the latter. I hope you’re reading this blog while listening to Noah Kahan’s Maine. It just feels too fitting. One of the…
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Hiking in Banff & Canmore: The Trails We Loved Most
Hello friends, readers, and fellow travelers, One of the biggest highlights of our trip to Banff and Canmore was getting out on the trails. The scenery here truly feels unreal—turquoise lakes, towering peaks, waterfalls, and dramatic mountain views in every direction. Even short hikes feel incredibly rewarding. Between wedding events and exploring the towns, we…
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Exploring Banff, Canmore & Montana: Our Travel Itinerary
Hello friends, readers, and fellow travelers, Nick and I recently returned from an unforgettable trip to Banff, Canmore, and Montana. We had been planning this adventure for quite some time, as our friends Tori and Brad were getting married in Banff National Park. Since we were already making the journey, we decided to turn it…
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Utopia of the Seas Royal Beach Club Review: Overpriced and Overcrowded
Hi friends, readers, and travelers, We recently sailed on Royal Caribbean International aboard the Utopia of the Seas, and overall the cruise itself was a great experience. The ship was beautiful, the entertainment was impressive, and there was plenty to do onboard. Check out my recent blog on Utopia of the Seas! Unfortunately, one of…
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Cozy Coffee Shops & Local Gems in Maine You Need to Visit
Hello friends, family, and readers, If anyone knows me, they know I thrive on good company, mini prints, and discovering local gems. Lately, I’ve realized just how many incredible small businesses Maine has to offer. I could spend days talking about my favorite food spots — but I’ll save that for another post. For now, let’s talk about the local stores,…
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Our Weekend Aboard – Utopia of the Seas- A Royal Caribbean Cruise Recap
Hello friends, family, fellow travelers, and cruise-goers, As you know, my husband and I are avid travelers. We traveled for work and pleasure, but surprisingly, we’ve only been on three cruises. All of our cruises have been with Royal and have had a great experience with all of them! One of my best friends, Abby,…
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Phone Home… and bring tissues
Watching E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial on the big screen again reminded me why it stuck with me since I was a kid, but it also hit me completely differently as an adult. When you’re young, this movie feels like a story about kids vs. adults. You walk away thinking all adults are the enemy, ready to…
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I owed my wife
I owed my wife a romantic comedy after dragging her to films like One Battle After Another and Devil’s Advocate, so we checked out You, Me, and Tuscany. Going in, my expectations were pretty low, but to my surprise, it landed squarely in the realm of a mediocre but watchable rom-com. The film stars Halle…
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