 10 years of blogging ~ What a strange trip its been! I'm not sure how it's even possible, but this blog is 10 years old today. WTF?? How is that even possible?? It seems like only last year I took the plunge and leaped out there and bought this domain. Looking back, I've blogged about my adventures traveling in the USA, Europe, Iceland, Canada, Mexico and South America. I've written about trips planned, delayed and failed, as well as amazing adventures that were life changing. I've shared my cruises to the Caribbean, Europe and the Transatlantic journeys. I documented my switch from Vegetarian to Vegan, shared recipes, created book reviews and wrote about my day to day life. I've moved from Texas to the south of France, London, the Lake District and back to the USA and you have been with me.  I have learned and grown so much on this adventure. This blog has opened so many doors for me. I have written several best selling books that wouldn't have happened if I wasn't pushing myself to write here. It's also helped me to try new things, and be open to new experiences. I've gotten serious about Youtube and started sharing way more of everyday life. My world has grown as I've meet new people from all walks of life and become much more of a global citizen.  Thank you so much for reading my posts, sharing your own stories and connecting with me. Your feedback, suggestions and insights have helped me so much. Your friendships mean the world to me and I treasure you.  Where will be go in the next 10 years? In the next part of this 10 year celebration I'm going to share some stats with you and take a trip down memory lane. (Reading the old posts used to make me cringe now I am just nostalgic!)
I can't wait to see what the next 10 years bring!
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Spend a calm day with me as I unpack, unbox a vegan chocolate box and just relax.
Have a great weekend my friends!  Happy Weekend! I hope your doing well and enjoying autumn? I'm traveling today. (Oh how good it feels to be able to write that again!) The weather turned off colder so I went south (again) this time to a new spot... If you missed it, I took a nice 10 day trip last month and uploaded several videos of our stay here and here plus lots of short! So if you don't follow my Youtube channel head over here. We stayed in a lovely holiday cottage and had a very nice time. I'm also working on uploading all the food /recipes from that stay --so stay tuned for those.  Yummy Buddha Bowl I promise to write more once we are settled in.
Have a great weekend! Hi,
I hope you are well and spending some time doing what you love. My latest vlog from my November trip just went live. It was a working holiday and I really strived for a work/life balance during that trip. So mostly its a pretty chill adventure - I did bake a bit and managed to have some fun, lol Do you struggle with finding balance between so much work and having time to actually just have fun? Let me know how you handle it. Speak soon~ Hi there! This is a very short video as I am still traveling. All the recipes can be found below:
Also check out this Food/Vegan Fun Playlist Have a great day!
 Hello from Texas! How are things going? August is speeding by, or so it seems. I hope you are finding time to relax and enjoy yourself. The heat is still awful here, but we are making the best of it. I try to only go out early in the morning (hello sunrise!) or after 8:00 pm. But this isn't as bad as it sounds, this gives me free time in the day to read, nap and write. (Best vacation EVER!) As of today (August 10, 2022) I have posted four times on this blog in August!  Now they haven't been Pulitzer Prize winning essays but I do deserve a B for effort, lol. I'm working on more book reviews, recipes and more videos as well. BUT I am guilty of only remembering to take photos AFTER we eat or return home. But I promise to do better, next trip. Speaking of videos, I have uploaded six new videos this month. Most are shorts, except for Part One of a Summer Roadtrip. Check it out if you are bored.  A summer storm blowing in and I'm taking full advantage of it- Lighting candles, making a snack and grabbing a book. The kettle is on and all is right in the world. Where ever you are in the world, make sure you take time today to do something that feeds your soul and gives you pleasure. This is your life, live it your way.  I have a hard drive full of adventures to write up, so don't be a stranger!  Its HOT outside... I am currently in south Texas (I came for the heat wave it would seem) and while I was riding the lift with another traveler their parting words were, "Welcome to HELL!" They weren't talking about the hotel (Its okay) the heat though was breaking records...  41'C translates to 105.8 F. (Thats not heat index, that's out side temp!) AT MID MORNING!  So enough of this heat! I'm ready to cool off. Let me share a fav. summer drink with you.. Cooling Lemon and Herb Spritzer
This refreshing spritzer is just what you need on a scorching summer day! It’s bright fruity flavor pairs perfectly with the warm earthiness of the culinary herbs and freshly grated ginger for a truly interesting combination. One taste and this is sure to become a new favorite! Prep time: 15 minutes (+ time to chill) Cook time: n/a Serves: 4 Ingredients 2 T. real maple syrup 1 c. water 1/3 c. fresh lemon juice 2 T. fresh mint, washed and torn into pieces 2 T. fresh basil, washed and torn into pieces 2 t. fresh lemon zest, preferably organic 2 thyme sprigs 2 t. ginger, finely minced 1 large lemon, thinly sliced 2 c. sparkling water Optional Adults-Only Version: 4 oz. vodka Directions:
 Now the temperature is rising its time for Slushies! Try this simple (and delicious) Mango Slushy today! Frozen Mango Slushy This delicious, refreshing frozen slushy does not require any added sweetener thanks to a healthy dose of fresh (or frozen) mango and orange juice. A small amount of fresh lime juice adds just the right amount of tanginess to balance out the sweeter flavors. Prep time: 10 minutes. Cook time: n/a Serves: 4 Ingredients: 2 ripe mangoes, peeled and cubed (or 2½ c. frozen mango) ¼ c. fresh lime juice ¾ c. fresh orange juice ½ c. water 8-10 large ice cubes Optional Garnish: 4 short fresh rosemary spears, bottom leaves removed 12 small fresh mango chunks Directions:
  You know I love me some Mexican food, but the tortilla aren't usually healthy or vegan. Lettuce makes this a healthy treat! These vegan spicy black bean taco wraps are perfect for Meatless Mondays or anytime you want to get a plant-based meal on the table in around 20 minutes. This is a family favorite! Prep time: 15 minutes. Cook time: 5 minutes Serves: 4 Ingredients: 2 T. extra virgin olive oil 1 15-oz. can black beans, drained and rinsed 2 T. water 1 t. ground cumin ½ t. chili powder 1 t. smoked paprika ¼ t. cayenne pepper ¼ t. dried Mexican oregano Sea salt and black pepper, to taste Optional: ½ medium red bell pepper, finely diced Guacamole Ingredients: 2 large ripe avocados, pitted 1 medium tomato, seeded and diced 3 T. fresh lime juice 2 T. fresh cilantro, minced ½ medium jalapeño, finely diced Sea salt and black pepper, to taste To Serve: Mango Salsa* See recipe here. Iceberg, butter, or Romaine lettuce leaves for wrapping Directions:
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