Paris, Squared
Visiting Paris twice in as many days was an interesting experience and an opportunity to compare two towns with the same name, Paris, Arkansas and Paris, Texas.
Both towns are proud of their namesakes and have Eiffel Towers...
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....
The Beautiful Adriatic
The Adriatic Sea, located between Italy and Croatia, is a relatively new area for cruises. My husband and I were fortunate to be onboard a small boat with only 22 people for this incredible experience.
The Kompas Cruise...
National Fried Pie Day / Eat a Red Apple...
National Fried Pie Day
December 1
It is thought fried pies originated in the 1770s in the Southern U.S. as a fried version of the baked turnover. It is basically a fruit filling wrapped in pie dough and...
The Great Wall of China – An Immense Experience
No, it is not visible from Outer Space, but that fact does not diminish the immensity of the Great Wall of China, which was approximately 13,000 miles long when it was originally built.
My husband and I were...
Minimalist Branch Decor | Decor at Home
Today, Yvonne brings two versions of a minimalist branch piece that is sure to fit any occasion.
https://youtu.be/UpLd31z9gXA
Escape the Crowds in a Desert Oasis near Mesa,...
The grandeur of the Sonoran Desert shows itself at the Boyce Thompson Arboretum located in Superior, Arizona, 30 minutes outside of Mesa. The founder, William Boyce Thompson, and the Arboretum itself collected desert species from deserts throughout...
Meditation
We’ve all heard about meditation and how it can help with so many things. Who’s wanted to try it out, but, you’re unsure how to get started?
I’m going to walk you through an extremely simple and quick...
Glamping in Bliss… Blisswood That Is
Growing up and when our children were younger, tent camping was our standard way to vacation; however, no matter how much I enjoyed the natural setting tent camping provides, it is not on my bucket list. Enter......
Tips to buying a health plan—and getting what you...
Are you looking for health insurance for your family?
Some timely shopping tips:
If you’re using HealthCare.gov, note these deadlines:
You have until December 15 to sign up for coverage that starts January 1.
You have until January 15...
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