Hiking Spicewood Springs in Colorado Bend State Park
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Hiking Spicewood Springs in Colorado Bend State Park

About two hours northwest of Austin, Texas, is a remote wilderness.  Colorado Bend State Park is 5,328 acres and filled with trails and caves.  The most visited spot in the park is Gorman Falls, a 70-foot spring fed waterfall over travertine formations. The day I visited I wanted solitude decided to explore a lesser known … Continue reading

The Lincoln is the Coolest Place to Stay in Marfa
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The Lincoln is the Coolest Place to Stay in Marfa

When I was deciding where to stay for a night in Marfa, Texas, I had a plethora of unique options. Somewhere between a tipi at El Cosmico and a room in the historic Hotel Paisano, I came across The Lincoln, unique private residence like suites in what once was the historic stables of the Presidio … Continue reading

Hiking with Your Dog – Gear You Need & What to Know on the Trail
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Hiking with Your Dog – Gear You Need & What to Know on the Trail

You just got a puppy and want to take it hiking, but don’t know what to do?  That’s exactly where my friend Stephanie Gerry and her fiancé Aaron were until she asked me.  Steph also happens to be a reporter for Studio 512 on KXAN in Austin, Texas, so we turned “prepping your pup for the trail” … Continue reading

Rolling in Thyme & Dough
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Rolling in Thyme & Dough

After filming a couple of hiking segments for a television station in Austin, Texas, I decided to take the scenic route back to San Antonio taking TX Highway 290 to US-281.  It’s a lot less crowded that I-35, plus the scenery of rolling hills and ranches along the edge of the Texas Hill Country is … Continue reading

5 Reasons for My Love Affair with San Antonio
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5 Reasons for My Love Affair with San Antonio

I have a love affair with the Alamo City. Living in San Antonio for 10 years, I fell in love with the people, the culture, and the incredible food. I also literally fell in love, but the story with that guy should be a Lifetime movie. It will always feel like home to me. I’m … Continue reading

Where Did You Get That Bag?
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Where Did You Get That Bag?

Every time I carry my Navajo blanket inspired tote I get asked where I got it.  Truth be told, it’s my favorite bag ever.  I use it on road trips as my electronics, blog research, and important papers bag and I carry it as my computer bag to when I head to a coffee shop … Continue reading

It’s Nutty in Texas
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It’s Nutty in Texas

This roadside attraction is a bit….nutty. “Jen, you gotta see the giant squirrel!”  While I was giving speeches at a conference at Hyatt Lost Pines in Bastrop, Texas, a friend from San Antonio drove up and that was the first thing he said.  I’m always down to see crazy roadside attractions like the Peachoid in … Continue reading

Sleeping in a Hangar
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Sleeping in a Hangar

Have you ever spent the night in a hangar?  I have!  But this one is not your typical hanger.  It’s the Hangar Hotel in Fredericksburg, Texas.  It’s a unique place to stay to explore this delightful German town. If you’re a history buff, aviation lover, or just looking for a unique boutique hotel, this is … Continue reading