Nuremberg, Germany – A Must-See City
Nuremberg, Germany is a fabulous city to explore German history and food. Visitors can enjoy good food, drink, and history within a small area.
Nuremberg, aka Nurnberg, is located on the Danube River and is a popular stop...
From This – To That
How have you been in 2020?! It’s been a crazy, wild ride! One thing that has been constant and “typical” for us has been our eating habits at home. I love using fresh food to create delicious...
Seattle’s Pike Place Market – A Starbucks Original
Pike Place Market in Seattle, Washington is a delight for the senses and the birthplace of many items that have become daily fixtures in our lives. The market opened in 1907 as a way for farmers to...
The New Orleans Experience
The Experience
I believe as you get over 65 you begin to cherish peaceful places to sit back and enjoy your surroundings. It sounds like an oxymoron to use New Orleans and serenity in the same context. However,...
Fossil Rim Wildlife Park: Giraffes and Rhinos and Cheetahs,...
*Note: Fossil Rim is temporarily closed to the public in light of the Covid-19 quarantine. See the link at the end of this article to stay up to date on when they will reopen!
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Paris Sites
Paris is full of famous “must-see” sites which can easily fill a week or two. The best advice I can offer visitors to the city, other than, “Enjoy,” is be prepared so you see your priorities and...
Dallas Staycation – It Was No Illusion
What do you do when there’s not much time for a vacation? You take a staycation. We used one tank of gas and spent $50.00 for the best staycation ever. We started with the Illusions Museum...
Meet Maca!
Ellis DownHome Reader,
Hello to you, my new friend! I am Maca Ramos, founder of Healthy Mess. My family has lived in Ellis County, Waxahachie to be exact, since the 1940’s so I am born and raised here....
Cleaning Up Your Laundry: Part 2
Now that I’ve shared what we use for spot treating and laundry detergent, I have a few other laundry tips!
My husband is an avid runner which means lots of dry-fit clothing, which can get a weird odor...
The Dallas Arboretum
Winter, spring, summer or fall, the Dallas Arboretum is a fun-filled adventure for people of all ages. The multiple gardens within the complex hold surprises around every corner, whether it is a fountain, a panoramic view, a...
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Vets & Pets
This page lists animal shelters, pet groomers, veterinarians, kennels, pet boarding and other...
