I have such a soft place in my heart for small town USA. Perhaps it is because I grew up in the kind of small Texas town where everyone knew everyone. That town has since sold out to Starbucks et al, so when I have a chance to cruise through a town that feels a little like my childhood home,…
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Sweet Summer Treats at Rita’s
I’ve never been much of a foodie. Food, for me, just doesn’t hold that much appeal. I’m sure many of you are gasping right now, but wait. I actually have an even more shocking confession: I have a very non adventurous palate. An embarrassing truth for a travel blogger, but the truth nonetheless. I have always been a picky eater….
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City Mouse Country Mouse~Tips for Traveling in the City or Country
New York City Skyline Whether you call the bustling city or the sprawling country or something in between your home, there are always things that kids need to learn to travel successfully in a new environment. Speeding taxis, flashing signal lights, and intricate subway systems are sure signs that you have arrived in a big, bustling city. If navigating a…
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Corpus Christi Museum of Science and Nature
Our visit to the Corpus Christi Museum of Science and History was prompted by the opportunity to see the authentic reproductions of the fleet of Columbus. Having studied Columbus this year, we greatly enjoyed the hands on learning that this offered us. Unfortunately, the rest of the museum was not well suited for young kids. The exhibits are artistically designed,…
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A Fond Farewell to Fountain Place
At the heart of downtown Dallas, a 60 story solid glass building points powerfully into the big Texas sky. This building, known as Fountain Place, is one of the most recognizable buildings in the Dallas skyline. What makes it unique is that it is surrounded by an oasis of crystal clear pools, beautiful gardens, and babbling fountains. What makes it…
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