What to Pack for the Beach Getting ready to pack for Florida!  I can't believe our vacation is already here. It seems like we have been waiting forever. Hmm maybe because we have! So I'm working on a beach vacation packing list.  We are staying with friends so they will probably have most of what we need but I wanted to share a beach necessity list with you. … [Read more...]

I was given the opportunity to try some new Master Lock luggage locks on my recent trip to Oklahoma.  I have used the Master Lock brand in the past and they are definitely quality luggage locks.  The company sent me a set to review, all opinions are 100% my own. For years I have been using these luggage locks (love the colors) and the company just sent me these flexible cable … [Read more...]

If you read our post about our visit to the Chicago Botanic Garden, you saw me mention that we paid to visit the Butterflies & Blooms exhibit.  It was spectacular and something I'll never forget. The butterfly habitat, a 2,800 square foot mesh enclosure was located on the grounds of the Chicago Botanic Garden.  We waited outside for the guide to let us into the holding … [Read more...]

Today was a quick trip to the Dog n Suds restaurant in Fox Lake/Ingleside, IL  My sister in law treated us to lunch for a belated b-day celebration for Kev. I love the classic 50's style drive in, it's so much fun.  You can read about the history of Dog n Suds too. Not only can you park and order like your classic drive in but they have a picnic area there too if you would … [Read more...]