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My sister, Angela, sure knew how to set a beautifu My sister, Angela, sure knew how to set a beautiful table. She would elevate a normal holiday dinner into a special event. Three years ago she hosted our family for Thanksgiving. My dad was in from Canada and it was a simple time to be together, enjoy comfort foods, and connect with family. She filled pumpkins with herbal bouquets and used candlelight to set the peaceful scene. I couldn’t help but admire how she put in the time to make it special for us. I appreciated it all, Thanksgiving being my favorite holiday. This year looks a little different as we honor her memory instead. While life is difficult to navigate without her, I know she is in our hearts this holiday season and beyond. And I’m so grateful to have memories like these to lean on for comfort and peace. Blessings to you all this Thanksgiving week. . . . . . #thanksgiving #gratitude #tablescapes #tabledecor #tablesetting #thanksgivingdinner #thanksgivingdecor #holidaydecor #gratitudepractice #happymemories #thanksgivingtable
I’m pretty sure Christmas starts right after Hal I’m pretty sure Christmas starts right after Halloween in the US, but Thanksgiving is actually my favorite holiday and I always wish it had a “season”. I like to celebrate with the Canadians in October and with Americans in November to draw it out. 😊 This is a tough year to focus on gratitude with all that we have lost and some families like ours grieving loved ones who have passed. But I do believe we can still find pieces of gratitude in the everyday, the walks in nature, the rolling lake waves, the first cup of coffee in the morning, the dance of flames in the bonfire, the creative birthday celebrations, the kindness of neighbors, and so much more. So I’d like to wish you a glorious golden start to Thanks-Christmas-Giving 2020. May you and yours be healthy, peaceful, and blessed. 🙏🏻 . . . . . #thanksgiving #gratitude #fallcolors #ginkgotree #autumnnature #autumn #nashvilletn #cheekwood #japanesegarden #traveleatlive #travelwithme #travelerlife #beautyiseverywhere #grateful🙏 #joiedevivre
Nashville during a pandemic... strange for sure. Nashville during a pandemic... strange for sure. We avoided crowded bars and honkytonks. We hiked the trails, left the city, walked around the city. While I really missed the live music, I felt like we saw a side of Nashville that only the locals know. The streets around Broadway and this pedestrian bridge over the river are a great way to stretch your legs and see the city close but still from a distance. We will be back! 💙 . . . . . #nashvilletn #nashvilletennessee #travelwithme #traveleatlive #joiedevivre #usatravel #pandemiclife #fallgetaway #visitnashville #tennesseelife #staysafeoutthere #nashvilleskyline #nashvillegram
In a dream you saw a way to survive and you were f In a dream you saw a way to survive and you were full of joy... ❤️🍂 . . . . . #cheekwood #sculpture #botanicalgardens #tennessee #nashvilletn #traveleatlive #travelwithme #travelersnotebook #quotesofinsta #sculptureart #dreams #joiedevivre
The cutest! ...spotted this darling @ameliasflower The cutest! ...spotted this darling @ameliasflowertruck in 12 South, Nashville. Where will she be next?! 🌸 . . . . . #flowertruck #nashvilletn #traveleatlive #travelwithme #traveldiary #nashvilletennessee #ameliasflowertruck #joiedevivre #12southnashville #octobertravel #fallvibes #visitnashville #nashvillelife
Pumpkins pumpkins everywhere... it’s autumn, fri Pumpkins pumpkins everywhere... it’s autumn, friends! Love seeing this cute pumpkin patch in the middle of Nashville 12 South neighborhood. You don’t even have to leave the city to deck out your house for the season. 🍂 @nashvillepumpkincompany . . . . . #pumpkins #autumnvibes🍁 #autumnvibes #autumndecor #pumpkinpatch #pumpkinseason #pumpkinlove #fallvibes #seasonschange #nashvilletn #travelwithme #joiedevivre #traveleatlive
Not in Paris but staying on Paris Ave in Nashville Not in Paris but staying on Paris Ave in Nashville, does that count?! We are staying at the cutest @airbnb. Today we took a walk around Centennial Park, the Parthenon, Radnor Lake, Leiper’s Fork, Franklin... phew I’m tired! It was such lovely weather and perfect for fall hiking! 🥰 . . . . . #fallhiking #nashvilletn #nashvillegram #centennialpark #travelwithme #traveleatlive #visitnashville #travelersnote #nashvillelife #joiedevivre #autumndays #fallvibes
Gosh, I’m heading into my birthday week and was Gosh, I’m heading into my birthday week and was supposed to be celebrating in France! 😭 Ahh well. Last year it was so lovely exploring the Luberon with @frenchlarkspur @bearchick81 @fleurdehonfleur_ @carol.spillman. I really hope to go back again next year! Until then, my fond memories will have to tide me over. 🇫🇷❤️ . . . . . #france #traveleatlive #travelwithme #travelislife🌏 #travelfrance #luberon #saignon #provence #french #provencefrance #provencestyle #missingfrance #provencal #luberoncoeurdeprovence
Aspen, Colorado, “Maroon Bells” mountains... t Aspen, Colorado, “Maroon Bells” mountains... the perfect spot for fall hiking. Remembering this trip from 2 years ago... when can we go back?! ⛰🥾 . . . . . #traveleatlive #travelwithme #travelersnotebook #passionpassport #maroonbells #septemberhiking #rockymountains #aspencolorado #hikecolorado #visitcolorado #travelcolorado
Home away from home... 💙🙏🏻 . . . . . #tra Home away from home... 💙🙏🏻 . . . . . #traveleatlive #ohiogram #ohiolove #catawbaisland #lakeerie #lakeerielove #shoresandislands #travelwithme #ohioexplored #greatlakes #lakeerieliving #lakelife⚓️
Oh how I love the fall, that transition from long Oh how I love the fall, that transition from long warm days to sweater weather... where I can still drive the convertible with the top down and turn on the heat if I need to, where the orchards display the fruits of their labor, where pumpkin patches burst at the seams and beckon you to festoon your porch with their sunset colors, when soups and chili replace salads on the menu, where pumpkin spice scents fill the air. Yep, it’s getting here and we are transitioning. Are you ready? 😊✌🏻🍁 . . . . . #pumpkinpatch #pumpkins #pumpkinlove #pumpkinseason #autumnlove #traveleatlive #joiedevivre #changingseasons #toeverythingthereisaseason #seasonschange #ohioscenes #ohioexplored #ohiogram
I’ll always love Lake Erie, but Lake Michigan su I’ll always love Lake Erie, but Lake Michigan sure has some beautiful treasures, too! Like #GrandTraverseLighthouse where the lake meets the bay. For midwest road trips, this area can’t be beat. We are exploring a little more areas local to us this year with the pandemic and all. How are you feeling about travel? . . . . . #grandtraverse #leelanau #lakemichigan #lighthouse #greatlakes #lighthouses #lighthousesofinstagram #traveleatlive #travelwithme #traveltheusa #puremichigan #roadtripusa #roadtripamerica
Happy Saturday, friends! I am working on proper r Happy Saturday, friends! I am working on proper relaxation today to reset from a stressful work week. We went for a great hike on Lake Erie and now I’m reflecting on our time in Michigan for Labor Day on the Leelanau peninsula outside of Traverse City. We discovered beautiful Willow Vineyard and thoroughly enjoyed our time there with my brother and sis-in-law. Thanks for the tip, @danabaird! Hope you’re all having a wonderful weekend. 😊❤️✌🏻 . . . . . #happysaturday #weekendvibes #longweekends #willowvineyard #traveleatlive #travelwithme #leelanau #traversecity #puremichigan #joiedevivre #winery #vineyard #saturdayvibe
Lake Michigan, just wow! These #GreatLakes are so Lake Michigan, just wow! These #GreatLakes are so spectacular, sometimes I forget the beauty of the midwest states and shores. This is at the top of the Leelanau Peninsula where Lake Michigan meets the bay. I could sit and watch those waves for hours. 🌊 💙 . . . . . #travelwithme #traveleatlive #midwestlife #greatlakeslove #greatlakeslife #lakemichigan #lakelife #lakeviews #lakemichiganlove #joiedevivre #lakeliving
“Summertime in northern Michigan”, I cannot ge “Summertime in northern Michigan”, I cannot get that song out of my head, thanks, Kid Rock! 😂 Had a great long weekend exploring Traverse City area of Michigan. Calm nights by the fire, fun days seeing the sights, and the guys even took the canoe out for a spin. Now today feels like Monday and I’m not mad about that. Happy September, friends. 💙 . . . . . #summertime #septembervibes #september #labordayweekend #michigan #northernmichigan #puremichigan #visitmichigan #traveleatlive #joiedevivre #traveler #travelmichigan #midwestlife
One of my fave menu ideas for summer into fall gri One of my fave menu ideas for summer into fall grilling! 1. Chicken legs using #Andischickenbreading low and slow grilled on the @webergrills 2. Peach burrata #caprese salad 3. Mexican corn (grilled, cut off Cobb, add scoop of mayo, cotija cheese, sprinkle of cayenne, squeeze of lime) Add some cocktails or mocktails and get your long weekend on... SO good!!! 🌞 . . . . . #longweekend #labordaygrilling #summergrilling #summermenu #summercooking #favesummerfoods #summertime #septembervibes #summerfoods #labordayweekend #labordayeats
Some days are made of magical memories and colorfu Some days are made of magical memories and colorful skies. 💙 . . . . . #lighthouse #traveleatlive #joiedevivre #sunsetshots #clevelandohio #lakeerielove #lakeerieliving #summerboating #summerskies #lighthousesofinstagram #colorfulskies #weekendvibe
Happy Saturday, friends! Last night was an improm Happy Saturday, friends! Last night was an impromptu sunset boat ride on the lake... couldn’t have been more perfect (check my stories)! Today is a ride to the lake house with stops along the way. Maybe to this little town of Lakeside with my dream turquoise house! Or maybe a drive through the country stopping at orchards and wineries. TBD! . . . . . #happysaturday #summersaturdays #traveleatlive #dreamhomes #housegoals #lakesideohio #joiedevivre #seekjoy #houselove #weekendvibes #summervibes #summerinohio
Summer is in full swing, my friends. We are soaki Summer is in full swing, my friends. We are soaking it in, enjoying the warmth, relishing in long lazy days. How are you all doing?! If you’ve noticed much more Ohio and Lake Erie pictures this year it’s because we have been able to spend more time at our tiny beach house, aka the mobile home / cottage, or the mottage. 😂 Hubby is able to work from home for now and I am SO grateful! We are able to be at the beach when we want, in the city when we want. I would call those, dare I say, little blessings because #covid19? It makes the canceled trips and all the other sigh a little more bearable. Savoring the moments while we can like this super still moment in the marina last night. ❤️🙏🏻 . . . . . #savorthejourney #savorthemoment #traveleatlive #joiedevivre #lakelife #lakeerielove #lakeerieliving #lakelifestyle #marina #reflectionsoflife #boatsofinstagram
You guys, I made a very tough decision and... canc You guys, I made a very tough decision and... canceled our October trip to France. 😢 🇫🇷 This year has been a such a challenge! And I was holding off to see how the landscape might shift. But I’m afraid Covid cases are still rising in the US, and with quarantine requirements I’m thinking my 10-day trip doesn’t work with a 14-day quarantine even if we were permitted in. But let me tell you how weird this feels, because it’s a milestone birthday year for me and I planned to celebrate big. Plus, travel is life for me (especially to France!). My suitcase is getting dusty. My passport is missing some new stamps. 😢 But I do believe it’s just temporary and we will be back. Meanwhile, we will keep enjoying what’s available to us stateside. And I’ll dream of future trips to France through those I follow already over there and memories of travel past. ❤️ 🇫🇷 . . . . . #canceledplans #travelflatlay #changeofplans #travelfrance #eatwelltraveloften #traveleatlive #travelgram
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