Category: Lifestyle
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Japan Series: Hiking in Okinawa
Okinawa is sometimes called the Hawaii of Japan. Okinawa is an island to the SouthWest of the main island of Japan. It is near Taiwan, China and the Phillipines. The…
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Fall in Utah: Farmer’s Markets, Football and Foliage
I just love the fall time in Utah. Temperatures cool down to below 100 degrees, Farmer’s markets are in full swing and the leaves start to turn. Football- Go Utes!…
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Golden Week Samurai Parade, More Temples and Dinner at a Michelin rated restaurant in Tokyo
When we were planning our trip to Japan this year, we didn’t intend to go during the annual National Japanese holiday of Golden Week. However when booking tickets this week…
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Tokyo, Japan: Friendly Tips for Travel 2025-2026
So you are going to Tokyo, one of, if not the largest city in the world. This city is so well organized that it runs smoothly even with millions of…
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Transform Your Outdoor Space: Stunning Patio Refresh Ideas
I don’t know about you, but I love spring. I have said it before and I’ll say it again, surely at least one more time in this post. I can’t…
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4th of July in Utah: Camping Trip 2025
This year we are going to go camping for the 4th of July. The 4th of July is my husbands birthday, and he likes to go camping for his birthday.…
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Easy Mocktails For Celebrating
The “Sober Curious” trend is growing among younger people. As people start to focus more on their health and the unwanted effects of alcohol. Younger people who do drink are…
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10 Camping Mistakes I’ve Made: Tips on What to Avoid
I love love love getting out in nature and stargazing around a campfire. We go camping multiple times every summer. It’s an easy and quick get-away that we can do…
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Capture Your Memories: Journal Prompts For Your Next Adventure
I wish I had journaled more while traveling in my younger years. I would have so many more memories recorded. Like, I’m sure I had some thoughts about that time…
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Mothers Day Gift Guide 2025
Mother’s day is coming up and if you are like me, your mother is hard to shop for. I find that my parents have most of the things they want…