Neither of us slept as well as the first night. I find that true most of the time when traveling. The second night is the worst. We were up before 6 and made in room coffee to get us going. Breakfast started at 7 am and we shared a table with Rick and Cheryl from Rhode … [Read more...] about May 17, 2015: Rome Day 3
May 16, 2015: Rome Day 2
Steve was awake at 5:30 and he quickly figured out how to use the in-room coffeemaker. Thank goodness as I think I would have just waited for the restaurant to open. (Little did we know this would be our only Italian hotel with this appliance although a couple did have … [Read more...] about May 16, 2015: Rome Day 2
Snacking with Blue Diamond Almond Nut Thins
This post is sponsored by Blue Diamond Nut Thins. As a member of the Blue Diamond Tastemakers I was given product for review purposes. I'm not being compensated and all opinions expressed are 100% mine. Blue Diamond almonds and almond milk are a regular part of my diet so I … [Read more...] about Snacking with Blue Diamond Almond Nut Thins
Tales from the Scale: Post Italy
It's my first Monday back from vacation and the first day of June. I think that makes it a perfect day to get back to my healthy habits in terms of nutrition and fitness. Food Plan The plan in Italy was to forget about any food plan. I enjoyed all the … [Read more...] about Tales from the Scale: Post Italy
May 15, 2015: Rome
During the ride to the hotel, I was grateful we were not attempting to drive it ourselves. It appears that traffic lanes are suggestions. Drivers have to be aggressive AND defensive at the same time. It took an hour to get to the hotel and I can't imagine what traffic looks … [Read more...] about May 15, 2015: Rome