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BHM: A Black Girls Ode to Mustamakkara (Finnish Blood Sausage)
Its unconventional appearance will shock a first-timer! I must admit, the sight of its black appearance alone made me cringe, then to find out that blood is where its color comes from made me gag. Walking the fresh market stalls, watching both adults and children alike (including my husband and Finnish mother-in-law), enjoy this delicacy…
4 Reasons Maine Should Be On Your 2021 Travel Bucket List
Maine sits in the corner of the Northeast snuggled up next to Canada and bordering Vermont. If you’ve ever looked at a United States map when considering your next trip, I am sure that you have overlooked the State more than once. As a lifelong New Englander, I have memories of heading to Maine with…
5 Fun Things To Do In New Orleans, Louisiana
Traditional Mardi Gras can’t be considered in The Big Easy this year due to COVID-19. Fortunately, there is still plenty to do in New Orleans, Louisiana. I visited in September of 2020 and believe me, this melting pot of culture, even when the typically partying streets are silent, still has a lively culture and an…
7 Must See Places in Key West, Florida
The Florida Keys, a place many people have been to or dream of going and I can definitely see why. After landing in Fort Lauderdale, we made the four hour drive (yes, in a convertible) to the Southernmost Point of the Continental United States; Key West, Florida. We checked into The Gates Hotel, a contemporary…
February Festivals Around the World: Carnival in Brazil
Comprising the largest festival in the world full of colorful costumes, hot summer heat, and enough sexual energy to fill the Sambodromo three times over, is Carnival in Rio de Janeiro. In classic Brazilian style, the country is enveloped in a week-long vibrant celebration of history, culture, and communal pride. From rambunctious street parties to…
Staying Healthy Through Stressful Times: Travel and Other Practices
Let’s face it, 2020 was a year that added a lot of stress to all of our lives. And In times of stress, it’s easy for each of us to turn to the elements that comfort us or numb us against whatever’s going on. Many people turn to bad habits, while others simply try to…