After the festive and family-filled experiences of Parts I and II, our New Orleans adventure continued with more exploration, local flavours, and unique Louisiana culture. In Part III, we visited the wetlands, enjoyed classic po-boys, explored Uptown and Marigny, and celebrated New Year’s Eve…
After the excitement of arriving in New Orleans and celebrating Christmas with family in Part I, our adventures continued deeper into the culture, cuisine, and history of Louisiana. In Part II, we explored the bayous, sampled more of the city’s incredible food, experienced the…
Every year, my family usually gathers in Virginia for Christmas at the family home. It is a tradition we all love, but in 2023, we decided to try something new. Instead of the snowy woods of Virginia, we headed south for a holiday in…
By the time we had settled into Dallas, one thing had become clear. This is not a city that reveals itself all at once. It is not immediately obvious what you should see or where you should go, and unlike other major cities, there…
“I have said that Texas is a state of mind, but I think it is more than that. It is a mystique closely approximating a religion. And this is true to the extent that people either passionately love Texas or passionately hate it and,…
I had the most wonderful opportunity to play an important role in my friends Maggie and Michael’s wedding as Maid of Honour. I was originally surprised when she asked me, but I immediately felt so happy to be part of it. I had never…