I love lavender. Not only do I love the color of its purple flowers, but I also love its calming aroma and its delicate taste in tea. This love of lavender led me to discover a small farm, in Northeast Alabama near Huntsville, where I could pick my fresh bouquet. I couldn’t resist the chance… Continue reading Lovin’ Lavender in Alabama
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Picking Tulips in North Alabama
Family fun picking Tulips in North Alabama
Soap, Socks, and Sheets: Among My Top 10 Favorite Things Made in Alabama
There’s plenty to like about Alabama from its space and music history in North Alabama, to the white sand beaches of the coast, and its lakes, parks and Civil Rights History across the state. But what I enjoy the most about Alabama are the home-made products crafted by some of the best artisans in the… Continue reading Soap, Socks, and Sheets: Among My Top 10 Favorite Things Made in Alabama
Glowworms, Witches Cavern and Phantom Falls: Alabama’s Secret Place
There’s a secret place in Alabama that’s home to a Witches Cavern, Phantom Falls and ancient ruins. A place where outlaws hid, where secret rituals were held and where early settlers lived in its caves some 10,000 years ago. It's surrounded by caves, cliffs and water falls deep in the woods of North Alabama. The… Continue reading Glowworms, Witches Cavern and Phantom Falls: Alabama’s Secret Place
Chocolate, Wine, and Cuddling with Sheep: A Trip to New Zealand’s Countryside
I feel blessed to have had the opportunity to visit one of the most beautiful countries in the world, New Zealand. From its stunning coastlines and breathtaking landscapes to its movie-making magic, unique wildlife and compelling culture, my experience has left me with a deep desire to return. Traveling the Back Roads I only spent… Continue reading Chocolate, Wine, and Cuddling with Sheep: A Trip to New Zealand’s Countryside
Pinot Noir Road Trip
I don’t claim to be a wine connoisseur, I’m just Everyday Edith, an everyday gal who loves and desires to share my passion for Pinot Noir. I have developed quite the taste for the deep red wine, and I loved Pinot Noir before Pinot Noir was cool. Yes, even before the movie, Sideways came out,… Continue reading Pinot Noir Road Trip
Picking Farm Fresh Strawberries
Serious question…have you ever bought the sweetest strawberries you have ever tasted from the grocery store? Be honest. Yeah, I didn’t think so. I am so tired of buying the pints of strawberries to only have three or four taste sweet. They are picked too early, then shipped to stores to ripen. A few are… Continue reading Picking Farm Fresh Strawberries
Iceland…Where Time Begins
https://open.spotify.com/show/1BCa6QQBHr9pjP5QklO82h Listen Its landscape is rugged with dramatic scenery that will take your breath away. From its lava caves, hot springs and geysers below, to its volcanoes, waterfalls and glaciers above, Iceland is more than the land of fire and ice—it’s where time begins. L-R: Blue Lagoon, Waterfall, Preparing for Cave Tour Just ask master… Continue reading Iceland…Where Time Begins
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