How to Survive Life in the Suburbs

Dreaming Of Life In Burano

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Day dreaming in full force. Have you ever thought about packing it all in and trying a completely different life?  Somewhere foreign, exotic, perhaps the polar opposite of the life you live now?  As I wandered the cobblestone streets of the tiny Island of Burano off the coast of Italy, the little day dreamer in me was set loose in… View Post

While In Rome – Eat Where The Locals Eat

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Are you a traveller or a tourist? Do you go somewhere and really want to see it, know it, be changed because of it? Do you long to know it’s history, meet the people, perhaps even have an impact? Then, perhaps you are a traveller. One way to really get to know the area in which you are travelling is… View Post

How To See The “Big 3” In Italy, With Teens!

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You’ve dreamt about it, watched all the movies, and bought every travel book in the book store. Hours have been lost both on Pinterest and on-line scouring sites as you try and plan the perfect vacation to Italy for you and your family. Where does this leave you?  Overwhelmed. There is an abundance of information available on travelling to Italy… View Post

Take The Trip

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As I frantically run around my little corner of the suburbs, doing all the mundane things one must do; laundry, groceries, banking, paying bills and fighting with school calendars ,I realize I need to give myself a little time out.  Life has a way of getting away from us.  Over scheduled, so chaotic, too many “must do’s, not nearly enough… View Post

7 Tips For Healthy Travel

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  Are you ready to travel healthy? Tips for Taking Your Family’s Healthy Lifestyle With You on Vacation Whether you are planning a week at the cottage or a plane ride to an exotic countryside, you will want to stay healthy while away! Vacations can be a nice break from your regular routine and provide opportunity to try new things,… View Post

The Suburban Mama Code ~ Rewind!

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As you read this I’m off exploring Italy with my family on a trip we’ve been planning for….ever?  But I didn’t want you to think I’ve forgotten about you!  So today I bring back one of my old, tired and true posts.  A few little rules every Mama should know if they are going to survive and thrive here in… View Post

Best Travel Tips Ever

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My parents took me on my first out of country trip when I was 12? Maybe 11 years old.  I’ve been hooked ever since.  The next 30 odd years of travel, adventures and research have taught me a few things. Here are my hard fought for, well earned, best travel tips to make your next trip a roaring success. To… View Post

I’m DONE WITH the Humans

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The summer time weather, and maybe the wine, have brought back my sassy side.  So what have I done?  I’ve started a list.  Perhaps it’s not quite a list of people I want to punch in the throat.  That might be a bit extreme, but it is a list of people who are making me bananas, that I’m done with,… View Post

5 Extras To Bring To An All-Inclusive

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This family adores a good all-inclusive vacation.  You arrive and the world is your oyster.  Food, drinks, and all activities are included.  However, what I’ve learned from dozens of stays at all sorts of fabulous resorts?  A few little tricks.  Hacks if you will take your all-inclusive experience to a whole new level!  Here are five best tips, a few… View Post