Sharing a sweet little look at Dollywood all decked out for the holidays. Grief is a strange beast. Sometimes it renders you unable to move in its wake – and sometimes it drops you at Dollywood. My grandmother loved Dolly Parton, and all she wanted for her birthday this year was for our family to …
Tag: Winter Holidays
2023 Holiday Gift Guide: Budget Gifts Under $25
This guide is always such a treat to assemble. Why? Because it grows more and more challenging as the years progress and costs rise. This post contains affiliate links and I may receive a small commission if you make a purchase after clicking one of these links (at no additional cost to you!). Thank you …
2023 Holiday Gift Guide: Little Luxury Gifts
Sharing a curated selection of “luxe” gifts for this holiday season. Historically this gift guide has always had quotes in the title, and I’m continuing that tradition today. This post contains affiliate links and I may receive a small commission if you make a purchase after clicking one of these links (at no additional cost …
2023 Holiday Gift Guide: Gifts for Kids and Teens
Rounding up a few delightful + practical gifts for kids and teens on the go. Although Michael and I don’t have kids of our own, in many ways it almost feels like we do because we are in fact frequently surrounded by them. As the cool, traveling aunt and uncle (sometimes real, sometimes honorary), it’s …
2023 Holiday Gift Guide: Gifts for Him
What is it with men’s gift guides? Like, men only like whiskey, cigars, and ties… That’s it? Our loved ones deserve better, so today I’m bringing you a highly curated selection of travel gear and garments for all relations at all price points – without a whiskey rock or paisley tie in sight. This post …
2023 Holiday Gift Guide: Gifts for Her
According to all of the blogging websites, I should have started posting my gift guides back in October, making publishing this guide on *checks notes* November 26 way, way late. Sure, delaying these guides until now is a hit to my wallet (affiliate links are how I primarily fund the costs of running this blog), …
2023 Holiday Gift Guide: Local Gifts from North Carolina
Happy Small Business Saturday, friends! As has become a tradition around here, I’m thrilled to share a curated guide of local gifts from my current home state in honor of this day. Today’s carefully edited list features a variety of unique and beautifully made items that support North Carolina artists and makers that you should …
2022 Holiday Gift Guide: Last-Minute Gift Ideas
Waiting until the last minute sometimes pays off – here are some great gifts you can give right away.
Last Minute Holiday Gift Idea: Vegan Irish Cream Recipe
A recipe for homemade, plant-based Irish Cream – you won’t believe how easy it is to make (and your friends don’t need to know!)
The Sweetest Winter Holiday Getaway Guide to Johnson City, Tennessee
Experiencing the sweetest holiday traditions in the foothills of the Appalachian Mountains – and all of the local shops, restaurants, and activities that should be on your list!