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4 Cozy Texas Treehouses to Snuggle up in this Fall

September has arrived! It is hard to believe this month is finally here! Although the first day of fall is not until the end of the month (September 22nd), in my mind Fall is already here. With the arrival of this colorful season come some of my favorites things of all time including: relaxing rainy days, brisk sweater weather, the crackling of wood burning in the fireplace, scary stories and more! What better way to celebrate the arrival of Fall 2020 than by planning a fun and cozy staycation(ish) in a Texas Treehouse! Here are options I found on Airbnb that will allow you to escape the monotonous (and sometimes hectic) routines of life at home, so that you can focus on some of your favorite things during the Fall season. Continue reading 4 Cozy Texas Treehouses to Snuggle up in this Fall

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Destination Weddings, Travel, Where to Stay

5 Reasons why your next Girls Only Spa Retreat should be at the Hotel Crescent Court

Stunning Interior Design Picture stunning 1920’s Art Deco Design but with a more Modern twist. You have just imagined that lovely interior of Hotel Crescent Court. The interior designer (waldrop+nichols studio, llc) has truly outdone themselves with creating one of the most welcoming designs we have ever seen. The natural lighting in the grand foyer and the guest rooms offers guests with a sense of … Continue reading 5 Reasons why your next Girls Only Spa Retreat should be at the Hotel Crescent Court

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Your Ultimate Guide to What Local Businesses are Opening During Phase 2 – Frisco Edition

The Covid-19 Quarantine has been hard The Covid-19 Quarantine has been hard for many. Unfortunately, Millions of Texans have lost their jobs and their income. As a result, many local workers are struggling to feed their families and financially keep their heads above water. With Phase 2 of Texas Reopening in full effect, it is more important than ever to shop local and to support … Continue reading Your Ultimate Guide to What Local Businesses are Opening During Phase 2 – Frisco Edition

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Diving in to Culture, Gourmet Coffee & Tea, Local Businesses, Local Culture, Local Tastes, What to Eat, Where to Stay

Your Ultimate Guide to What Local Businesses are Opening During Phase 2 – Plano Edition

The Covid-19 Quarantine has been hard for many. Unfortunately, Millions of Texans have lost their income. As a result, many local workers are struggling to feed their families and financially keep their heads above water. With Phase 2 of Texas Reopening in full swing, it is more important than ever to shop local and to support small businesses. Here is a list of companies in Plano to are open for business but at reduced capacity. Continue reading Your Ultimate Guide to What Local Businesses are Opening During Phase 2 – Plano Edition

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Local Businesses, Local Culture, Local Tastes, What to Eat

Where to Eat, Drink, & Play on the Lake Lewisville

Something I have noticed about living in The Colony is that the communities of Little Elm, The Colony, and Western Frisco living revolves around Lake Lewisville. After a long winter, warm weather is finally upon us. With the warm weather comes our ability to enjoy the outdoors and spend lots of time on the lake in our back yard, Lake Lewisville. This will officially, be Matt’s (and mine, to a certain extent) first summer with easy access to the lake. While I am very much looking forward to spending some much needed time on the lake, I am also looking forward to spending time on the shoreline. Here are some fun places that Matt and I are looking forward to visiting during the warm weather. Continue reading Where to Eat, Drink, & Play on the Lake Lewisville

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Local Businesses, Local Culture, Local Tastes, What to Eat

8 of the Most Creative Margaritas in Dallas

One of the best parts about living in Texas is the artful adoption of Mexican cuisine into our daily diet. The margarita is (of course) an essential piece of that. While there isn’t a lot that beats a traditional margarita on the rocks (or frozen) there are also a lot of creative takes on the margarita around town that allow you to have some fun and mix it up! Continue reading 8 of the Most Creative Margaritas in Dallas

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5 Bars in Frisco that are perfect for Parent’s Night Out

We all love our children and our families, but (let’s face it) there are times when we would like to get out of the house and have some time of our own. Whether you are going on a date night with your significant other or planning a girls’/guys’ night out with your friends, here are five great places right in Frisco that you should consider when making your next adults only plans. Continue reading 5 Bars in Frisco that are perfect for Parent’s Night Out

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Destination Weddings, Travel, Weddings, Where to Stay

5 Beautiful French Chateaus that are Perfect for Destination Weddings

After my engagement, I seriously considered having a destination wedding. Of course, my dream venue for a destination wedding would have been a unique (yet stunning) French chateau. This would allow my guests and I to spend a ween on vacation, then celebrate the end of the week with a wedding. Eventually, we decided to stay in the Dallas area for my wedding. But I did want to share the five chateaus that I was considering prior to making the decision to stay in Dallas. Even if you are not planning a destination wedding, you can still rent theses Chateaus as a holiday/vacation home. Continue reading 5 Beautiful French Chateaus that are Perfect for Destination Weddings

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