JANUARY CELEBRATIONS; 48 HOURS IN SEATTLE; VICTORY IN DALLAS

Teri B.

January 19, 2015

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Things I Love, U.S. Travel, Wining/Dining

January always kicks off with something near and dear to my heart … that would my birthday on the 8th that is shared by a cousin, nephew, friends and, of course, The King. The first celebration was both for me and also in honor of the daughter’s full-time job (indeed a reason to celebrate). Off we […]

THE FRENCH LAUNDRY — PARTY OF 4; OTHER STORIES FROM THANKSGIVING IN NAPA

Teri B.

December 16, 2014

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U.S. Travel, Wining/Dining

How does one judge whether something is considered wildly extravagant or simply a great luxury to be savored? That was the question debated when we (the hubby and I) took our two adult children — both mid 20’s — to the French Laundry for one of the restaurant’s remarkable gastronomic experiences. Obviously this was their […]

BAY AREA CONCERT TREK; GREAT FOOD FINDS IN BOTH DIRECTIONS

Teri B.

August 18, 2014

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Things You Should Know, U.S. Travel, Wining/Dining

A Bruno Mars concert was the raison d’etre for a quick trip to the Bay Area and back on a recent weekend. Yes, he performed locally (in answer to your question), but a prior commitment led us to make the third of four trips up north this year (Thanksgiving weekend to follow). Considering the […]

SAN FRANCISCO … “OPEN YOUR GOLDEN GATES”

Teri B.

February 9, 2014

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U.S. Travel, Wining/Dining

Which is the smarter and more economic choice: Let the remaining funds in your Southwest account expire, or use the funds but spend even more money by taking a trip somewhere? In other words, do I spend more money to save the unused $200? Hmmm, that is an interesting question. Well, I hate to see […]

2014 BEGINS WITH NEW YORK CITY CELEBRATION

Teri B.

January 11, 2014

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U.S. Travel, Wining/Dining

I can’t think of a better way to start off this year’s postings than with the story of my 60thbirthday celebration … the self-annointed “national holiday” of January 8thwas duly commemorated this year with a quick trip to New York City followed by the most fun birthday party … The linchpin for this particular trip (other […]

BEST WAY TO END THE SUMMER (WARNING: Do not proceed on an empty stomach!)

Teri B.

September 8, 2013

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Things I Love, U.S. Travel, Wining/Dining

With the end of summer fast approaching, and the son and daughter about to gain full employment (please God), a family trip was in order. Where to go? Well, that would be nirvana/heaven-on-earth/the foodies’ paradise … aka Napa Valley.   Wonderful eggplant parm for the first dinner in Napa .. We decided to make the […]

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