One of the best things about living in Hampton Roads (Tidewater, Coastal Virginia, the 757... and whatever else we're calling it these days) is the beaches! They don't have the white sand of Florida or the waves of Hawaii, but they are beautiful in their own right. Most … [Read more...] about Beyond Virginia Beach: A Local’s Guide To The Best Beaches In Hampton Roads, VA
Road Trip Questions: What Do We Do With Seasonal Items?
When we tell people that we're on a 5 year, 50 state road trip, needless to say they often have a bunch of questions for us. One question we've been asked a surprising number of times has been "what do you do with your seasonal stuff?" Well, here's your answer with a little … [Read more...] about Road Trip Questions: What Do We Do With Seasonal Items?
Hummingbird Macarons & Desserts In Norfolk, Virginia Has a New Home
Macarons are so delicious. Macaroons are not - I don't care for coconut. Macron is the French President - at the time of writing. None of them are pronounced the same. MAC-A-RONS are delicious sandwich cookies. MAC-A-ROONS are gross coconut … [Read more...] about Hummingbird Macarons & Desserts In Norfolk, Virginia Has a New Home
Visiting The Virginia Zoo In Norfolk, Virginia
If you're a regular reader than you know that we love a good zoo. It needs to be safe and reputable for the animals in its care, but we feel they're a valuable resource for learning about animals and for animal conservation around the world. During my recent hometown takeover … [Read more...] about Visiting The Virginia Zoo In Norfolk, Virginia
Barkitecture At The Norfolk Botanical Garden In Norfolk, Virginia
Personally I'm not much one for gardens. I love to visit them occasionally, mostly to get pictures, but it's pretty rare that I seek out a trip to see gardens. One notable exception is the Norfolk Botanical Garden in Norfolk, VA. When I was younger, I didn't appreciate all … [Read more...] about Barkitecture At The Norfolk Botanical Garden In Norfolk, Virginia
Touring The Cape Henry Lighthouse In Virginia Beach, Virginia
One of my favorite activities in the Hampton Roads area is going to the Cape Henry Lighthouse. It's located on an active military base, so there are some things to take into consideration when planning your visit, but it's worth the extra effort to see this historical … [Read more...] about Touring The Cape Henry Lighthouse In Virginia Beach, Virginia
Apple Picking at Carter Mountain Orchard in Charlottesville, VA
There was one thing that I was desperate to do in Virginia while we were here this fall and it's slim pickings in most of the state - except the Charlottesville area - apple picking! We found a great spot for it on our last full day in the area. So after a visit to Monticello, … [Read more...] about Apple Picking at Carter Mountain Orchard in Charlottesville, VA
Visiting Monticello in Charlottesville, Virginia
Thomas Jefferson. The 3rd President. Founding Father. Author of the Constitution. Slave Owner. Founder of UVA. There are many ways to describe the man who was Thomas Jefferson. But you don't really understand him or appreciate all that he did, both right and … [Read more...] about Visiting Monticello in Charlottesville, Virginia
While Stephen’s 40k To Far Away – The Girls Will Play!
Stephen and I have always roamed (we lived in 10 places in our first 10 years of marriage) but we used to also have a home. I grew up in Hampton Roads (or Tidewater or Coastal Virginia or whatever they're calling it these days) from the age of 4 (I was born in Detroit, … [Read more...] about While Stephen’s 40k To Far Away – The Girls Will Play!
Visiting Dog-Friendly Barrel Oak Winery in Delaplane, VA
Me: B.O.W... like Bow wow because they're dog-friendly? Stephen: No, it's probably for their initials for Barrel Oak Winery. Me: Well it would be funny since they make it obvious that they're super dog-friendly if it was for bow wow. (A few days later arrive on site and … [Read more...] about Visiting Dog-Friendly Barrel Oak Winery in Delaplane, VA