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On the Travel Road Again – Hip Replacement Travel Tips

This is the fourth article in a 4-part series that will help you deal with total hip replacement (THR) and travel. Part 1: Denial to acceptance. Preparing for joint replacement surgery. Part 2: Preparing for surgery Part 3: Recovery and travel Part 4: On the travel road again Fear of flying? Not me. I’m a […]

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Universal Islands of Adventure Orlando: 12 Strategies for Fun

As we waited among the throng of people to go through Universal Orlando security near the drop-off parking lot in Orlando, Florida, it was clear I needed strategies to maximize this one day visit.  Although, for my 20 year-old daughter, 11 year-old son, and myself, Universal’s Islands of Adventure’s thrill rides and The Wizarding World of Harry Potter were a perfect

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Mill Valley’s Mountain Home Inn — 100 Years of Hospitality

A cozy room at the Mountain Home Inn.This past November, one of my favorite Northern California retreats celebrated a landmark occasion.   Mill Valley’s Mountain Home Inn I’ve been staying at the Mountain Home Inn for more than a decade. The first time was before I was married. I was invited by the owner to

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Botanical gardens and nature inspired trains bring holiday cheer

One of my favorite places to go each December is Krohn Conservatory in Cincinnati. There, Paul Busse and his crew of creators–that now include his grown son Brian, fashion a train display of wonder each holiday season. Like Santa and his elves who make appearances in several places at the same time, Busse is also responsible for the fanciful holiday

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