Prior to embarking on a Viking Cruise, we spent three days in Bali. We had heard much about the beautiful beaches, friendly people, temples, and great hotels. All of these things are true! Considering a trip to Bali in Indonesia? Read on, dear friends. The weather was very hot at 96º and the humidity was…
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Travel over 50: Darlene’s Top 10 Packing Tips
The following post, Top 10 Packing Tips from an Experienced Journey Lover, was published on the website Sixty and Me a few weeks ago. The topic is near-and-dear to my heart as I was preparing for a Bali to Sydney cruise and wanted to research and remember what works and what doesn’t! I’m honored to serve…
Two ways to style a linen dress outfit
At last, I am posting some photos from my wonderful trip to Northern Michigan! The best part was spending time with my BFF. The next best part is the great shopping. Kathi knows all the prime shopping spots so we hit quite a few stores with very different inventory. I love everything I bought, but…
Summer outfit with white shorts and halter top
How was your Memorial Day weekend? Well, here we all are on hump day so things are back to normal! For me, that means heading back home to the “May gray, June gloom” that is present along the coast. The sun normally does break through but with mostly sunny days year-round, the gloom gets old…
Get ready for summer in a tropical skirt outfit
Hello from the desert! I hope you are enjoying this Memorial Day holiday with your families and loved ones. And most importantly, remembering all those who served to protect our country. In my family alone, there is my husband, three of my brothers, uncles, cousins (both male and female), and of course my dad and…
Styling a perforated cardigan with my BFF at Casa Romantica
Have you spent time with your BFF lately? Is she one of those people you just connected with and have remained friends, regardless of how often you are together? A true friend is a rare gift indeed. I was fortunate to spend time with my BFF this past week. We have been friends since junior…
Fall has arrived on the Leelanau Peninsula
Happy Friday, everyone! For my final post from Northern Michigan, I will be sharing some of the beautiful sights from the Leelanau Peninsula–a truly beautiful area of the country. Fall came a bit early this year; in past years, Labor Day weekend was still summer like. As we drove some of the back roads, you…
Wild and crazy leggings for Fall
Good morning! With the cool weather of Fall, leggings are a perfect choice! I have several solid colors and really love my plain black ones, so I decided to go for a patterned pair. There are SO many available this Fall! My pair, of course, is from Haystacks–another fun fashion find! Like the skirts I told…
Sweaters and Scarves: Ready for Fall
Hello, everyone! Well, it looks like Fall has arrived here in Northern Michigan! And the perfect look for Fall weather is sweaters and scarves. This marled sweater, another find from Haystacks, is a great layering piece and can be dressed up or down. I copied the look from Haystacks with the necklace and batik scarf…
Fashion Finds in Northern Michigan
Hello, my friends! We are having a great time hitting all the stores here in Northern Michigan. But our favorite continues to be Haystacks. There are several locations in the area, including Glen Arbor, Sutton’s Bay, and Traverse City, and we started with the closest one here in Leland. The owner, Lizzi, was very sweet and allowed…