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Have You Ever Wanted to Try Glass Fusion?

I'm a real sucker for a fun DIY craft project. Especially when I can drag friends and family along. Y'all know that I love the Funky Monkey Pottery Company from reading my blog last summer - but this is new info, so pay attention. Back before Christm… Read more
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Got a Sweet Tooth? I've Got JUST the Place!

Sometimes, you just need chocolate. Or at least something sweet. I'm about to hook you up with the perfect destination.  Semper Sweets in downtown Benton, Kentucky opened in October 2025. They're veteran-owned (and mom-approved) and have a huge … Read more
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Live a Little and Eat Someplace New - Part 2

I promised a "part 2," so here it is. We're venturing out to cool new eateries at the lake, remember? Main Street Pizza and Tap is new to Benton! I ran by there today and grabbed a most excellent sausage and pepperoni pizza. The Inn crew gave it a hu… Read more
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A New Spot to Visit at Kentucky Lake

“Whatever else anything is, it ought to begin by being personal.”   If you recognize that line, then you and I are both huge fans of the Nora Ephron classic “You’ve Got Mail.” After seeing that movie in the theater, I knew two things for sure: … Read more
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Fall Fun Activities Around Kentucky Lake

It was 87 degrees on Saturday, October 18. That's lake weather. Except that the TVA starts lowering the water level in early September, so to save money on future boat repairs, most of us drag that sucker out on Labor Day weekend.  What to do, t… Read more
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Live a Little and Eat Someplace New - Part 1

Anyone who knows me knows that I. Love. Sonic. Large Diet Coke, Extra Ice, and a Grilled Cheese - add pickles, add bacon. (If you haven't tried it, you should.) But - when I go on vacation to a new location - I don't eat Sonic for lunch. Or supper. S… Read more
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Fall Fun Around the Lake!

I love fall at the lake just as much as I love summer.  There. I said it.  I'd love to say it's because the weather gets cooler, but that would be a lie. It stays hot here until the end of October and then on Halloween it suddenly drops bel… Read more
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Weekend Getaway: 48 Hours at Kentucky Lake

Sometimes, you aren't in the mood to sit in a chair by the pool all weekend. I get it.  I have friends who have never "lounged" on vacation. Their social media posts are full of photos and go-pro videos of them boogie boarding and skiing and hik… Read more
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Looking for Your Morning Coffee?

People love their coffee. I don't get it. I never acquired a taste for it, and grabbing a can of Diet Moutain Dew is so much more convenient. But that's for another day.  Sweet thing is a coffee snob. Our Chloe is a coffee snob. Even my super pr… Read more
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Headed to the Funky Monkey? These 3 Tips Will Save the Day!

Looking for a way to get creative with the kids? Or maybe you need a girls’ outing? I recommend the Funky Monkey Pottery Company in Draffenville! Roll in, pick a ceramic item, choose your paint and start creating. My daughter Libby and I went on a We… Read more