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 …
My Travel Journal
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 …
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 …
Thanksgiving Week in the Sunshine State
Before Nashville, before the Czech Republic, and before Atlanta…Florida was my home for nearly five years. As I arrived in Tampa, I had just spent a year in the cool, misty beauty of Washington State, …
The Challenge and Joy of Thanksgiving Abroad
Not too long ago, my husband, kids, and I spent about six years living in the Czech Republic. And as much as I love keeping my Slovak traditions alive here in the U.S., I really …
My Camping Essentials Checklist – What I Pack
Over the years, camping has become one of our most treasured family traditions – a way for us to escape the hustle and reconnect with nature and each other. The great thing is, aside from …
Rediscovering My Love for Camping
One of my best childhood memories is our annual family camping trips. My parents would take us a couple of times a year, kicking off my love for camping. I can still picture myself playing …