Hey there! April made quite the entrance this year—sirens, celebrations, travel, and tornadoes (yes, really). It was a wild one. From being jolted awake by blaring alerts to enjoying beachy sunshine at a campground, April …
Easter in Slovakia – A Bucket of Fun, Literally
Growing up in Slovakia, Easter was nothing like the pastel-colored, egg-hunting celebrations you see here in the States. Sure, the holiday has deep religious roots and is celebrated after 40 days of fasting, but honestly, when …
Campground Review: Natchez Trace State Park
We’ve been to Natchez Trace State Park about four times, and it’s safe to say—if you’re looking for a solid camping spot in West Tennessee, this park is a great pick. Before jumping into the review, let me …
March Moments: Girl Time, Gardening and Baking Sourdough
Hey there! Once again, life has been moving at full speed, and somehow, another month has come and gone. We’re just about a month and a half away from summer break, and I have to …
Falling in Love with Cheekwood…Again
The first time I visited Cheekwood was back in 2010, and it was all thanks to Dale Chihuly’s glass exhibition. If you’ve ever seen Chihuly’s work, you know it’s not something you easily forget. His …
A Month of Giving, Celebrating, and Girl Time
Hey there! Life has been quite full since the new year, I’m sure you can relate. And while I enjoy staying busy, I certainly appreciate the occasional breaks too. Between Girl Scout cookie season, birthdays, …
My Blood Donation Journey, and Why You Should Give
It was July, a month after my 17th birthday. Bored and looking for a quiet escape in the forest, I grabbed a book and climbed up one of the old hunter stands near my house. …
More Than Just Another Valentine’s Day
Well, it’s that time of year again—Valentine’s Day. For many, a celebration of love…often filled with plush animals, flowers, chocolates, jewelry, puzzles, candlelit dinners, and romantic gestures. For me, Valentine’s Day holds three special meanings. Of course, it’s a day to …
New Year, New Experiences
Hey there, it’s been a minute! I don’t know about you, but the last couple of months have been a bit of a blur. Between life, work, and everything in between, this is the first …
Two Christmas Traditions: How We Celebrate
Growing up in Slovakia, Christmas was an entirely different experience compared to the States. Today, kids wait for Santa in a flurry of cookies, decor, stockings, and the occasional elf on the shelf, but back …