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SXSW 2013: The Stargazer Lilies: Part One: Austin, Texas
photo by Rachel Staggs Today’s post comes from musician Kim Field of The Stargazer Lilies. She and her band (including her husband) made their way across the country to perform at the SXSW Music...
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SXSW 2013: The Stargazer Lilies: Part Two: The Journey Home
Today’s post comes from musician Kim Field of The Stargazer Lilies. She and her band (including her husband) made their way across the country to perform at the SXSW Music Festival this year. This is...
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24 Hours in Dallas, Texas
I’ll admit it, Dallas is not my favorite city, but I was born there. I’m grateful my Dad moved us to Austin before I hit puberty. Over the past 15 years, I have traveled many times to perform in...
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Marfa, Texas: Where Do I Eat?!
photo by Carlos Jackson My husband and I visited Marfa over Easter weekend to see Jeff Mangum perform at the Crowley Theatre. It was such a treat to hear his music live for the first time in such an...
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18 Hours in Toronto, Canada: Part One
I decided to dissect my time in Toronto into “Conference Time” and “Toronto Time”, as it was important for me to get a bit of local flavor during my visit – not just the downtown, conference scene....
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Cuban Rum on National Rum Day
Happy National Rum Day, United States! One of my favorite things about the new AirTran flight direct from Austin, Texas to Cancun, Mexico is that when I come home (from Isla Mujeres) I can now bring...
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Toronto: Art and Design Tour with Betty Ann Jordan
One of the best things I did during my first full day in Toronto was go on a tour of the West Queen West neighborhood with Betty Ann Jordan. I tend to stay away from organized group tours when...
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Every Airport Should Have: Minute Suites
As I staggered around Concourse B half asleep trying to find a spot to sit down, I saw my flight delayed for the third time. I was on my way home – stuck in Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International...
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Marfa, Texas: The Marfa Lights
I’ve seen the mystery lights. You can too, but you have to be patient and relax – which is the entire reason I go out to West Texas – to slow down. There is a newish observation area that has a lovely...
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2014: Reflecting on a Year of Travel
2014 was a year filled with new destinations that I had no idea I’d be visiting when the year started! It was also a year of personal loss. I’m so grateful for travel experiences because they allow me...
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