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A Classic Charleston SC Retreat

A Classic Charleston SC Retreat

Posted on by Joanne Byrnes

Charleston SC was one of our favorite vacation destinations. We stayed at a beautiful waterfront resort just across the bridge from downtown Charleston. We would definitely recommend the Charleston Harbor Resort & Marina. It is actually located in Mount Pleasant SC but it is situated on the Charleston harbor. There is also a water taxi…

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Protected: How to Make the Best Watermelon Pineapple Martini “Evah”!

Protected: How to Make the Best Watermelon Pineapple Martini “Evah”!

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Grilled Chicken Spinach Salad

Grilled Chicken Spinach Salad

Posted on by John Byrnes

I love a great spinach salad! Add bacon and a warm dressing and I am in heaven! The fact that it doesn’t take a lot of time prepare is a bonus. It is also perfect during any season. How to Make a Warm Bacon Dressing The recipe below provides two different options for making a…

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A Letter to Mom

A Letter to Mom

Posted on by Joanne Byrnes

Love đź’— is a great gift that we should never take for granted. I am very lucky to have you Mom and I appreciate how much you genuinely care. I never had to ask for your love, you gave it freely and without question. There are many people that are not so lucky! Thank you…

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A Tragedy at Notre Dame Cathedral | Paris | April 2019

A Tragedy at Notre Dame Cathedral | Paris | April 2019

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A tribute to Notre Dame in Paris as a fire ravages the Iconic historic structure! The photos below of Notre Dame are Memories from a trip to Paris, France in November 2008. What a terrible tragedy! | Quelle terrible tragĂ©die! I am truly honored that we had the opportunity to visit Notre Dame prior to…

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How to Make the Best Strawberry Shortcake Martini “Evah”!

How to Make the Best Strawberry Shortcake Martini “Evah”!

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A great martini recipe for spring and summer! Made with fresh strawberries!

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Relaxing in Luxury; Maine in September

Relaxing in Luxury; Maine in September

Posted on by Joanne Byrnes

In September 2018, we had a wedding to attend near Camden Maine. We decided to make a long weekend trip out of it. We had a luxurious trip to Camden Maine, where we stayed at 16 Bay View and in Cape Neddick at Cliff House. On our drive, we saw this restaurant with a giant…

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Did You Know Turkeys Fly?

Did You Know Turkeys Fly?

Posted on by Joanne Byrnes

As I have said before, we never get tired of the wildlife! We have an abundance of turkeys at times. They love hanging out in the back yard during the daytime but did you know they actually sleep in the trees at night? It protects them from predators and we have a lot of those…

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FACEBOOK and How Do I…

FACEBOOK and How Do I…

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Here are some tips on Facebook functionality and how to…

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One of Many Hawks that Frequent our Home

One of Many Hawks that Frequent our Home

Posted on by Joanne Byrnes

We certainly are never lacking for wildlife showing up at our home. This is one of the shortest but awesome close up videos of the hawk. I love watching him but sometimes I unexpectedly catch him getting lunch! I realize it is nature but I would rather not see that part of it. The hawk…

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