Margaritaville Resort Gatlinburg is the Perfect Mom Getaway

by Jamie Reeves // 2018-09-18 // 4 Comments

I don’t care how old your kids are, back to school season is always a little crazy. There are new schedules to adjust to, new teachers, new classes and those umpteen million forms you have to fill out with the... Continue reading →

7 Old School Ways to Celebrate Spring in Nashville

by Jamie Reeves // 2017-03-28 // 1 Comment

Being a rare native Nashvillian these days I feel like I should be featured on a commemorative bandana or guitar pick or something. You can’t go a weekend in spring without a festival or five in Nashville. Growing up in Middle Tennessee... Continue reading →

7 Reasons To Visit Cheekwood Holiday Lights in Nashville

by Jamie Reeves // 2016-12-10 // No Comments

Cheekwood is a longstanding Nashville tradition. The gardens are beautiful in the spring and summer, especially, and Cheekwood has something for everyone year round. We just visited the new Cheekwood Holiday Lights display, now in its second year, and it’s... Continue reading →

Nashville’s Cheekwood Family Night Out

by Jamie Reeves // 2016-07-12 // 2 Comments

I’m always on the lookout for something new to do and while Cheekwood is a Nashville must do, it had been a while since we’d taken our girls. Family Night Out happens this summer every Thursday from 6 until 10... Continue reading →

5 Gulf Shores Must Dos On Your Next Visit

by Jamie Reeves // 2016-06-28 // 4 Comments

I’m already missing the Alabama Gulf Coast, even though I was just there in April. One thing I love about the beach is that there is something for everyone. I love some quality down time on the beach walking, reading... Continue reading →

5 Best Places for a Drink on the Alabama Gulf Coast

5 Great Places to Grab a Cocktail on the Alabama Gulf Coast

by Jamie Reeves // 2016-05-13 // 5 Comments

Happy #WorldCocktailDay! I had such a fabulous time at the Alabama Gulf Coast that I thought I’d share a few of my favorite places to get an ice cold adult beverage (or two.) Margaritas are my all-time favorite mixed drink... Continue reading →

Gulf Shores Getaway: A Perfect Girlfriend Road Trip Destination

by Jamie Reeves // 2016-05-03 // 9 Comments

Women tend to take care of everyone else first. You know that saying, “Put your oxygen mask on first?” Now that I am in my 40s I feel that it really applies to my peer group: moms and wives 40... Continue reading →

The Hermitage Multimedia Experience Is Great For Adults and Kids

by Jamie Reeves // 2016-04-12 // 7 Comments

This giveaway is closed. Congratulations to Angela at Spinach Tiger! Living in Nashville I realize how fortunate we are to have the former home of a U.S. president within driving distance. My 8th grade daughter has been learning about Andrew... Continue reading →

Fall Family Fun at Gatlinburg Falls

by Jamie Reeves // 2015-10-20 // No Comments

October is the perfect month to head to Gatlinburg. There are so many fun things to do, whether you enjoy the sights and attractions of downtown or head to the Great Smoky Mountains National Park for a hike or fall... Continue reading →

Alabama Gulf Coast Family Adventures

by Jamie Reeves // 2015-08-18 // 4 Comments

I grew up vacationing with my family on the Florida Gulf Coast but never quite made it over the border to neighboring Alabama and its beautiful white sandy beaches. We decided to take a last-minute beach vacation in July and... Continue reading →

Nissan Pathfinder Test Drive to the Alabama Gulf Coast

by Jamie Reeves // 2015-08-15 // No Comments

An SUV that is a smooth operator like a sedan? The 2015 Nissan Pathfinder proved to be the ultimate family road trip vehicle during our recent beach vacation from Nashville to the Alabama Gulf Coast. One of the first things... Continue reading →

Nashville Savor Summer Bucket List

by Jamie Reeves // 2015-07-07 // 2 Comments

If you are anything like me and a savorer of summer, once July 4th is over you ask yourself, “Where the heck did summer go?” We have mere weeks left before school starts so get out there! I thought I’d... Continue reading →

Five Sites To Score Deals on Travel

by Jamie Reeves // 2015-05-19 // No Comments

When I planned our Disney World vacation a few years ago, I literally planned it down to the penny! There are a ton of options to save on travel packages and here are a few websites that are worth checking... Continue reading →

Family Fun at Wilderness at the Smokies

by Jamie Reeves // 2015-05-12 // 3 Comments

Disclosure: Our hotel accommodations at Wilderness at the Smokies, along with our water park and indoor activity tickets, were provided by the resort. As always, all opinions expressed on my blog are mine and I am under no obligation to... Continue reading →