Click here for my Ann Arbor itinerary, University Days 80s and 90s Spotify playlist, and Destination Ann Arbor + The Mint Chip Mama Podcast! The University of Michigan in Ann Arbor is one of the top academic institutions in the world. As a student, you feel it. As a visitor, you feel it. Walking around – you feel it, it’s simplyContinue reading “Discover Ann Arbor Now: The Best Art And Activity Guide”
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Ann Arbor, Michigan Is One Of The Coolest Foodie Cities!
Ann Arbor is a true foodie city! Click here for my Ann Arbor itinerary, University Days Spotify 80s and 90s playlist, and Destination Ann Arbor + The Mint Chip Mama Podcast! Ann Arbor is a foodie town. It has tons of coffee shops, restaurants ranging from simple to fancy, tons of cuisines from international to locally grown, and someContinue reading “Ann Arbor, Michigan Is One Of The Coolest Foodie Cities!”
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The One Where I Went To The Grand Canyon
Cameron Trading Post and The Grand Canyon East Rim The Grand Canyon is on most Arizona itineraries. Obviously, it’s because it’s incredible. After visiting Tucson, Sedona, Antelope Canyon, and Horseshoe Bend, the Grand Canyon was the final square on my Arizona Bingo card. I chose the off-the-beaten-path East Rim entrance so I could experience Desert ViewContinue reading “The One Where I Went To The Grand Canyon”
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Horseshoe Bend: The Stunning Creation Of The Colorado River
Horseshoe Bend, Glen Canyon, Lake Powell, Page My Arizona adventure continued up north – starting from Tucson, through Sedona, past Tuba City, and finally in Page. My most northern Arizona stop was filled with natural beauty. The Colorado River is the main character here and thus began my personal tour of her phases and stages. AfterContinue reading “Horseshoe Bend: The Stunning Creation Of The Colorado River”
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Antelope Canyon: The Bucket List Destination, Complete!
NavajoLand Hotel, Tuba Trading Post, Dixie’s Antelope Canyon Antelope Canyon has been on my Bucket List for years. As soon as I started planning my Arizona itinerary I knew I had to go. I learned there’s both an upper and lower section of Antelope Canyon – each offering their own tours. For several reasons, IContinue reading “Antelope Canyon: The Bucket List Destination, Complete!”
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Sedona: An Excellent Place For A Solo Hiking And Spiritual Adventure
Sedona, Arizona: a place with cloud iridescent rainbows in the air and trees twisting from underground crystals. After my amazing time in Tucson, I headed up to Sedona. While there were none of my newly beloved Saguaros, there was so much more. The Legend, The Myth, THE Sedona I’m going to start with a fun fact. WeContinue reading “Sedona: An Excellent Place For A Solo Hiking And Spiritual Adventure”
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Ben’s Bells: Join The “Be Kind” Movement
Ben’s Bells Have you seen a “Be Kind” mosaic around? Or a ceramic wind chime with a special tag? If so, my guess is a volunteer at Ben’s Bells in Tucson, Arizona made it! After walking around downtown Tucson and seeing these beautiful art pieces everywhere, I stumbled upon the HQ. Aka the historic 1868Continue reading “Ben’s Bells: Join The “Be Kind” Movement”
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Welcome To My Giant Saguaro Obsession!
The Saguaro Obsession Is Real! On my recent trip to Arizona I fell in love with the Saguaro cactus. The giant Saguaro (the largest cacti you’ll find in the US) are just absolutely captivating! Southwest Charm They live all throughout Tucson and the Sonoran Desert region. Besides being freaking cool and unique each one isContinue reading “Welcome To My Giant Saguaro Obsession!”
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Did You Know Tucson, Arizona Is So Incredibly Cool?
Tucson, Arizona Who knew Tucson, Arizona was so freaking cool!? I guess everyone who’s been there or lives there… But it took me four decades to see it for myself! I recently embarked on a solo trip around Arizona. My first stop was the beautiful Tucson. I learned many things while there including I wasContinue reading “Did You Know Tucson, Arizona Is So Incredibly Cool?”
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My 2024 Year In Review!
2024 Year In Review As the year closed I’m reminded once again of the many things in my life for which I’m grateful. Family, friends, a flexible fun job, plentiful food, a warm roof, and really great people in my life. This is a small subset of the things that made me smile in 2024.Continue reading “My 2024 Year In Review!”
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