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As part of the application process for the US Customs and Border Protection’s Global Entry Program, Michael and I recently had to attend an in-person interview at one of their Enrollment Centers. None of the airports near us had weekend hours, and the thought of sacrificing a hard-earned vacation day to visit during the week …
My birthday was a few weeks ago, and since it was on a Sunday I wanted to take advantage of the occasion and get away for the weekend. As I always do, I scouted some potential flights on Google Flights – and when it came time to choose the destination, Michael suggested picking the city …
Quick PSA: Sunday, May 14, 2017, is Mother’s Day here in the USA. Okay, okay, stop freaking out – I’ve got your back, but you have to get right on it. Below you’ll find a few items that you can order for your mother figure and likely receive in time (just make sure you …
Back in March, Michael and I began looking for a cheap flight over my birthday weekend, just like we usually do when a special occasion approaches. Likewise, we didn’t have any particular place in mind, really, we just wanted to take off and go somewhere else. This post contains affiliate links and I may receive …
Hi there! This suitcase review has a one-year update. You can find that right here. My last suitcase hasn’t totally bitten the dust yet, but I’m starting to get more nervous about taking it on long trips as its zippers are starting to get wonky. I waffled not only on choosing when to replace it but …
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A few weeks ago, Michael and I visited Tampa, Florida, for a quick overnight trip to treat his sisters to Bern’s Steakhouse as a belated Christmas gift. Shortly before heading home the following day, we decided to check out Oxford Exchange, a multi-use space near the University of Tampa that was originally built in 1891 …
My Hello World – in the very literal sense.