My husband and I love visiting antique stores, thrift stores, peddlers’ malls, and Goodwills—but they are definitely not all created equal. So what makes a great antique mall? Here are some of my top things that matter when I’m stepping into a new-to-me store. This post includes affiliate links. What Makes a Great Antique Mall…
Small towns are some of my favorite places to explore. It doesn’t matter if it’s fall, spring, or really any time of year — there’s just something relaxing about spending a day wandering through shops, meeting friendly people, and finding pieces of history tucked into every corner. Recently, we spent some time in Clinton, Tennessee,…
We love preserving summer produce so we can enjoy it throughout the winter. If you’ve ever opened a jar of homemade apple pie filling in January or cooked down a big pot of chili with tomatoes you canned back in July, you know how satisfying it feels. All the summer work pays off when you…
I recently took a trip to Glendale, Kentucky, and this little town knows how to charm visitors. Tucked just outside of Elizabethtown, Glendale may be small, but it is the perfect place if you love antiques, vintage vibes, and a good treasure hunt. This post includes affiliate links. Booths, Bargains & Color-Coded Charm When you…
I’ve always loved the process of planning a road trip—digging into Roadside America, browsing Roadtrippers, checking out local city Instagram accounts, and falling down the rabbit hole of deep Google searches. There’s something fun about hunting for those quirky stops and offbeat attractions that make a trip truly memorable. But now, thanks to AI tools…
The Aviation Museum of Kentucky in Lexington is one of those places that’s absolutely worth a return visit. We took the kids there years ago, and this past week, my son headed back to check it out again—and came home talking about how much there is to see and experience. It’s been about ten years…
Are you in the Campbellsville, Kentucky area looking for a quick road trip adventure that doesn’t require a lot of hiking or major investment of time? Tebb’s Bend-Green River Bridge Battlefield may be just the side trip for you. Located just 10 minutes outside of Campbellsville, it’s a short trip out to some restful places….
I’ve always loved to travel, and my travel dreams have taken me to 46 states so far. I’m looking forward to checking off the last four on my list. Over the years, we’ve explored by car, stopped at quirky roadside attractions, discovered hidden gems, and made some unforgettable memories along the way. This post includes…