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The Coastline Cure: Making Memories in the Mid-Atlantic Sand!
We had the best summer visiting several beaches this summer that weren't too far from Washington D.C. Picture the heart of summer...I'm talking about being immediately as sticky as the devil's armpit,...
Wander & Wine: A Narnia Winery at Briar Rose
Briar Rose has always felt like a place you stumble upon rather than plan for. A Snow White cottage tucked quietly into the Temecula hills, stone walls softened by time, crooked lines that feel intent...
Pet-Friendly Stays: Kona Kai Resort
I didn’t expect a PCS stopover to feel like an actual vacation, but that’s exactly what happened when the dogs and I checked into the Kona Kai Resort in San Diego. If you’ve ever PCS’d with a dog, you...
Wander & Wine: Coastal Sips – Alma Rosa Winery – Solvang, CA
“Where the breeze meets the barrel, and the story is written in sea salt and sunlight.” Some wines taste like a place. Alma Rosa tastes like the coast. The whole west coast.Set in the rolling hills of...
Enjoying Some Fun & Sun in Jacksonville, Florida
I recently spent a weekend in Jacksonville, Florida and I must say the city did not disappoint. When I think of sunshine and fun, the state of Florida instantly comes to mind. I booked a hotel and got...
Wander & Wine: The Chateau on the Hill – Inn at Churon Winery – Temecula, CA
High above the valley floor, where the air is a little quieter and the vines feel just a little more reverent, sits Inn at Churon Winery, a place that looks like it was poured straight out of Bordeaux...
Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day in Savannah, GA!
If you are looking for a city that has tons of southern charm, then put Savannah, Georgia at the top of your bucket list! Savannah has so much history and character you’ll want to visit again and agai...
Front Lines and Home Fires: Microbursts, BBQ, & Memories
Back in 1993, I did a six-month deployment to Soto Cano AB in Honduras as part of the staff of JTF-Bravo. The mission was good, and I got to work with some fantastic people in the Air Force and the Ar...
48 Hours in The Queen City: Charlotte, NC
My family ventured out to Charlotte, NC and I must say it did not disappoint. Charlotte is nicknamed the “Queen City,” because it was named in honor of Queen Charlotte of Mecklenburg-Strelitz. She was...
A Day Trip to Chimney Rock, NC
North Carolina is such a beautiful state, and I’m so glad my family decided to take a trip to visit Chimney Rock. We visited in August of last year and I’m glad we did because shortly after the state ...
Getting an Overseas Driver’s License
Driving overseas is just like in the States, except for the signs in foreign languages, and the occasional country where you’re driving on the left side of the road. Then, there are the roundabouts, w...
Wander & Wine: Fairytales in a Glass – Briar Rose Winery
Some places don’t just pour you a glass of wine—they pour you into another world. Briar Rose Winery is one of those places. Tucked into the hills of Temecula, Briar Rose feels more like a whispered se...
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The hottest part of the Summer is over, so it’s time to look at a more full-bodied beer for cooler afternoons and evenings. An excellent example of an Autumn brew is the Belgian Saison. It has a slightly hazy, golden body with a very dense head. The aroma is light floral with a strong spice note. The flavor combines soft malt with mild hops. For the texture or feel on the tongue, there is a little...
Honoring Veterans Through the Example They Set
Veterans Day makes me think about the people who served before me, especially my grandfather. As an active-duty Navy Sailor, I understand how much preparation goes into being ready when others are counting on you. I also recognize the sacrifices that service asks of veterans and their families. Honoring them means taking time to appreciate what they gave and thinking about how I can carry their ex...
Free VA Disability Claim Help: How to Avoid Illegal Fees and Find Someone You Can Trust
Most veterans know that filing a VA disability claim can be frustrating. What they may not realize is that they don't have to pay someone to help them file their initial claim.That matters because some companies charge veterans thousands of dollars for assistance they could receive for free.The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) has repeatedly warned about businesses it calls claims predators: op...
