Calling all big time shoppers! Do you like to bring home special gifts to share with family and friends? Or maybe it is a one-of-a-kind purchase that you will cherish for a lifetime. Packing it and getting it home safely is as much a skill as it is being on the side...
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My Personal Travel Pharmacy
Your Travel Pharmacy Your bags are packed, and you're ready to go! Before you head out the door, there is an additional item to add - it's your personal travel pharmacy. Fill it with things you'll need just in case. Here's our list: Travel Pharmacy list Medicines ☐...
Tips for staying healthy when traveling…. and day-to-day too!
Who wants to get sick or hurt while traveling.... answer: no one! But, there they are, those little germs and viruses waiting to latch on to the happy, unsuspecting, fun-loving traveler. While you're admiring the sites and trying the local treats to eat, there are...
Black Beans In The Red Mountains
Nothing tastes as good as a well flavored and well prepared black beans dish. Most people who know me will definitely insert at this moment, "yes, but I know Doc Bill prepared it!" I'm not the cook in the family, but I sure know a great dish when I have one. And...
Take a look at Lake Naomi
Take a look at Lake Naomi by Olivia Varnson Nestled among the Pennsylvania Poconos is the vibrant Lake Naomi community. The Lake itself is a little over a mile long, but the scenery does not stop there. The Poconos feature hundreds of miles of hiking trails...
Moms on the go! – Tips for moms who travel for business
Mother’s Day is an opportunity to show the mothers in our lives how much we appreciate them and the sacrifices they make. One way we can show our appreciation is to help make our mothers’ lives easier, not just on Mother’s Day but year round. Each mom has a unique set...
Traveling and Staying Healthy as a Family
Traveling and Staying Healthy as a Family In my family, we work on staying fit and healthy. At home, we have routines that help us with this goal. When vacation time comes, I incorporate certain tricks to keep everyone in the family eating well and exercising....
Macon, a long, long time ago – The Ocmulgee National Monument
The Ocmulgee National Monument by Olivia Varnson Along the east bank of the Ocmulgee River is the 702-acre park that served as the starting point for the city of Macon. The Ocmulgee National Monument preserves a history that dates back over 17,000 years ago. Several...
Art, Science and fun in one spot – Macon’s Art and Science Museum
Macon's Art and Science Museum by Olivia Varnson As the largest museum of its kind in Georgia, Macon’s Museum of Arts and Sciences boasts a wealth of attractions that allow visitors to immerse themselves in art and explore the creativity from around the world....
Toothpaste banned from the carry-on bag
Toothpaste! Who knew that toothpaste would be the next water based item to get the ban from the convenient carry-on bag. Today, The Transportation Security Administration started temporarily banning all liquids from carry-on luggage on nonstop flights between the...
Chicago is coming to Cherokee
World famous rock band Chicago will visit Harrah’s Cherokee Event Center in North Carolina on Friday, May 16. Chicago has charted songs in the top 40 for nearly five decades, including classics such as “If You Leave Me Now,” “You’re the Inspiration,” “Hard to Say I’m...
A special evening of art and culture with Jonathan Green
When you think of artwork that captures the true characteristics of Lowcountry culture and life, world renown artist Jonathan Green comes to mind. He shares the images of his culture, his life and community through his art.... his art work takes you there. On...
Country Music Lovers Start Planning
Head to Harrah's Cherokee Event Center for The Band Perry performing April 25, 2014 at 9pm. The Band Perry has been skyrocketing up the music charts with a quadruple-platinum single "If I Die Young" which was No. 1 on Billboard's Country and AC charts, platinum...
Road trips with ol’ man winter
Road Trips With Ol' Man Winter Each year Ol' Man Winter arrives for a visit and hangs around for a couple of months. There is no sending him home, so what's a host to do? We find a way to make the most of his visit while staying safe, careful and stress free. ...
Stormy Weather Travel Tips!
Stormy Weather! A winter storm is heading your way, and there’s no getting out of its path! Winter has arrived and is in full force. Winter brings with it many fun activities, and the first fallen snow is always a beautiful sight. The only crinkle is our...
Our top picks for Santa visits in Georgia
Christmas time in Georgia.......... is the perfect time to explore you own backyard. There are things to do all around the area. Here are a few that are our favorites: The Sapelo Island Birdhouses on beautiful Sapelo Island, Georgia Santa's red suit is exchanged...