Visit Cape Instagram Takeover

You guys, I’ve been almost at the bursting point with excitement for the last few weeks and now I’m finally able to share… I’ve been invited by the Cape Girardeau Visitor’s Bureau to participate in an Instagram Takeover!  An Instagram Takeover is basically where I sign in to Instagram as @visitcape and post pictures from their account…

Style Imitating Art: Gunta Stöltz’s Cows in Landscape

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Dynamite Coffee Bar: Gourmet Coffee in the Heart of Cape

About six months ago, one of my coworkers told me I needed to pay this place called Dynamite Coffee Bar a visit. She knew the owners and was absolutely positive that I’d love the coffee. I made a mental note to check it out as soon as my schedule allowed… A few months went by…

Getting to Know Missouri: Cape Girardeau Southside Park

One of the things that first struck me when the hubs and I visited Missouri for the first time was incredible amount of parks ~ 2 large parks, 1 water park and a series of smaller community parks.  Not only were there a lot of parks but just about every square inch was covered with…

Getting to Know Cape Girardeau/Jackson

Wow, so I didn’t go without the interwebs as long as I thought I would.  Thank you, Comfort Suites, for the use of your internet service.  We truly appreciate it. The kids and I thought we’d have to go at least a week or so without being connected, I don’t know what decade we think…

The MV Mississippi: Largest Diesel Tugboat {In the Neighborhood}

The Hubs and I often have deep and meaningful conversations, especially on Saturday mornings when we’re trying to decide what we want to do besides eat breakfast… The Hubs: “What do you want to do?” Me: “I don’t know. What do you want to do?” The Hubs: “You can’t answer a question with a question.”…

10 Must-Read Books by Black Authors

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The Whitney Plantation {Part 1}

I’m not sure how or when I heard about the Whitney Plantation, but I do remember making a mental note that I wanted to visit. I vaguely remember reading {or hearing} about damage that had been done to the plantation as a result of Hurricane Ida, so I figured we’d best visit soon. Side note:…

10 on the 10th | April

As usual, I’m late. I don’t really have a valid excuse. Especially since I look forward to these monthly blogging parties. It’s so fun learning more about my blogging buddies beyond our outfits. Although I do love a good outfit post, because a girl can always use the inspiration. Anyway back to the matter at…

Ageless Style: Cozy Cardigan

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