North Alabama has so much going on! It offers up unique, one-of-a-kind experiences and numerous memorable spots to get outside and if has an incredible selection of places to eat and foodie trails to take. It’ll quickly becomes evident that the tastes of the region may well be its most impressive reason to get yourself…
Wondering where to eat in Onslow County, NC? I have some suggestions for you that won’t disappoint and takes the guesswork out of where to eat when you’re on vacation. Figuring out meals should be the least of your worries. This list of must-try restaurants has something for everyone in your group. Once you’ve had…
Looking for a fun-filled South Carolina road trip that’s only 150-miles? Simply start in Columbia, Capital City/Lake Murray Country, and make your way to the coast to Myrtle Beach. Along the way explore so many cool stops, hidden gems and tasty treats. I loved this 150-mile South Carolina road trip and was thrilled that we…
Here’s another great ZERO point Weight Watchers recipe. It’s delicious, healthy and you can make it in the slow cooker…yay!! This slow cooker Mexican shredded chicken recipe is as easy as it is versatile. It’s perfect for burrito bowls, lettuce wraps, or over a bed of flavorful cilantro-lime rice, but note that if you use…
There are so many great things to do in Lake Charles, Louisiana. Located in the Southwest corner of the state Lake Charles is a playground for families, outdoorsmen and women, birders, couples, retirees, or anyone looking for a great getaway destination. I’ve been lucky enough to visit Lake Charles a couple of times and love…
If your family Thanksgivings are anything like mine there will be plenty of Thanksgiving leftovers taking up room in the fridge. This leftover turkey casserole topped with sweet potatoes is a fun spin on a classic Shepherd’s Pie recipe. I share more Weight Watchers Turkey Recipes <<–be sure to bookmark or pin the post 😉 This…
I have a love affair with staying at non-chain hotels. Luxury inns, haunted places, and historic hotels all hold a special charm for me. I’m always on the hunt for that one special place at a destination to lay my head. I found the historic and gorgeous Brookstown Inn in Winston-Salem, NC to be the…
Not Your Father’s Root Beer is all the rage right now. It’s almost impossible to find it in Michigan, but I was able to procure a couple of cases on a recent road trip. Of course, that meant stopping at a couple of stores in different towns, after making numerous phone calls, but it was…
Just a short 2 1/2 hour jaunt from Chicago is Madison, WI, home to the University of Wisconsin and an endless array of cultural opportunities. Take a weekend to explore the numerous museums, shop boutiques, eat great food and fall in love with this midwestern town. Madison is sure to make a memorable girlfriend getaway. WHERE…
Thanks to the Wisconsin Dells for sharing this information! If you have school-age children, you are acutely aware of the exact number of days left until school’s out for summer, mostly because your kids won’t stop reminding you of the fact. There’s also a good chance they’re reminding you that they have very high expectations…
Deb has been sharing travel stories and creating recipes online since 2009. She works closely with CVBs and brands that are relevant to my readers. Just Short of Crazy aims to show that life doesn’t have to be crazy, Instead, it’s meant to be lived to the fullest through travel, great food, and making epic…
Deb is a freelance travel writer whose work takes her across the country to find the most unique attractions that destinations have to offer. An avid fan of the strange and bizarre, she enjoys nothing more than exploring the hallways of haunted locales, searching for Bigfoot in the great outdoors, finding aliens in Roswell and…
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