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Airplanes, Plantations & Pastries: The Triple Stop I Didn’t See Coming

What a day! Wednesday rolled in with its classic November mood—rainy and gray—which felt like the perfect excuse to throw on a hoodie and head out for a little solo adventure while the kids were in school. Instead of staying cozy indoors, I decided to pick a museum from my very long Delaware museums list and landed on the Air Mobility Command Museum in Dover (right next to the Dover Air Force Base). As all good adventures involve a snack, I did what any reasonable human woul

Nov 203 min read

Thursday’s Plan: Donuts, Pretzels, and Zero Regrets

🍩 If It’s Thursday, We’re at the Dutch Country Farmers Market When I first moved to Middletown, I’d drive past the Dutch Country Farmers Market and think, somewhat smugly, “Eh, not really my thing.” Boy, was I wrong. Fast-forward a few years, and besides the grocery store, this place has become one of our most-frequented stop in town . Thursdays hit, and like clockwork, someone in my house will say, “Are we going to the market?” And of course, the answer is yes. Always yes

Nov 132 min read

History, Holidays, and Hospitality in Historic Odessa

Nestled along the Appoquinimink River, Historic Odessa, Delaware is one of those small towns that feels like stepping back in time. Once known as Cantwell’s Bridge, this 18th-century port town was renamed Odessa in 1855 — a nod to the Ukrainian seaport and its own hopes for growth. Today, it’s a beautifully preserved slice of Delaware’s history, filled with charm, brick-lined streets, and timeless architecture. A Spontaneous Visit Turned Special With a little unexpected free

Nov 62 min read

A Perfect Fall Day at Lums Pond

Yesterday was one of those days that just begged for some fresh air. It was 57 degrees, sunny, and breezy — basically Delaware’s version of perfection. So, I was not about to waste it staring at my to-do list. Instead, I headed north of Middletown, just over the canal, to Lums Pond State Park . Lums Pond is a Delaware State Park, so there’s a small entry fee — totally worth it. (Pro tip: I grabbed a Delaware State Park Annual Pass earlier this year, which makes spontaneous p

Oct 292 min read

🍁Fall Vibes & Farm Charm at Willey Farm in Townsend, Delaware

It’s that time of year again when my soul practically demands pumpkins, mums, and something warm in a mug. So naturally, I went searching for fall vibes — and stumbled into the cutest hidden-in-plain-sight gem: Willey Farm in Townsend, DE. How have I not been here before?! From the moment I pulled in, I could feel that cozy, small-town magic. Rows of pumpkins greeted me like cheerful orange soldiers. Corn stalks swayed in the breeze. And the barns? Oh, be still my heart. (

Oct 222 min read