If there is one thing I love more than chocolate, it is football tailgates. In college, you wake up early, throw on a bunch of glitter and spend the day with your friends, on someone’s front lawn, dancing to loud music. Well, the first tailgate I was attending in my “Post Graduate” stage of life…
#SoulFoodSunday: Vegan, Gluten Free Cinnamon Rolls
Hello beautiful people. Did you know that today was officially the last Sunday of summer? It was absolutely beautiful. I know haven’t posted a #SoulFoodSunday in awhile and I have no other excuse except; life. Life happens, you get busy, obligations arise and a bunch of other things pop up that are never planned. I…
How I Stay Safe When Traveling Solo
I am not going to lie, I have had my iffy moments while traveling solo. I have gotten lost and had to turn on my phone data to find my way home. Been approached by a creepy Italian man, asked to dinner and then found myself 2 hours away from my hotel. I have walked…
Why Solo Travel is Important
Traveling alone can be intimidating and a little bit frightening. There are several fears that can run through your head: What if I get jumped in an alley, lose my luggage or get lost? These are the thoughts that run through my head, but solo travel is a great learning experience everyone should experience. You…
6 Italian Phrases to Know Before Visiting Italy
If you are planning a trip to Italy, here are a few Italian phrases and worlds to know that will make you sound like a native. Don’t be afraid to use them and remember to roll your R’s: Permesso (Purr-meh-ess-ohh) This word is great for when you are in a crowd of people and need…
3 Days on the Isle of Skye
Over the Sea to Skye The Isle of Skye is about a 2 and a half hour drive from Inverness. The roads are tight and winding. I passed by Loch Ness, mountains and fields of green on the way north. I stopped along the road several times to take photos and relax. Check out my…
Edinburgh, Scotland
Exploring Edinburgh Scotland One of my favorite cities in the entire world is Edinburgh, Scotland. It is beautiful, bold and historic. The buildings date back hundreds of years; there are things to climb, and art everywhere. It is so easy to get lost in time in a city that is timeless. I rented an Airbnb…
Exploring Southern Iceland
How to Explore Southern Iceland There are several places to visit in Southern Iceland. The coast is filled with waterfalls, black beaches and other hidden gems. If you wake up early enough, you can hit almost everything in one day. Here is how we tackled the southern coast of Iceland: So let me just say…
#SoulFoodSunday: Cauliflower Pita
So I know it is Monday, but we can still celebrate #SoulFoodSunday with a mouth watering recipe – right? I know I am not the only one who wishes Monday was the new “Sunday” but I had a very long weekend up in Northern Michigan, with a dear friend of mine and ended up being…
The Kardashian Workout Plan
How to Get an A** Like a Kardashian If there is one thing I have learned about the Kardashians, it is that they LOVE their ass-ets. I really came to understand this passion when I stood at the bottom of the stair master, dripping in sweat, unable to move because my glutes were burning. I…