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Our Day Trip to Long Row Lavender Farm

Sometimes you just need a little getaway. Our trip to France in May was canceled due to COVID, and it’s been a long time since this travel-loving gal has set out on an adventure. So when my sisters and I had a free Saturday, we decided to take a day trip to Long Row Lavender Farm in Wright City, MO. And it was the perfect escape I needed. Here’s how you can visit Long Row Lavender and what you can expect from this darling gem in mid-Missouri. How to Get to Long Row Lavender Unless you’re really familiar with...

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Photo Diary: Brunch in Soulard

You learn something new every day, including a town you’ve lived in for decades.  This week I met up for brunch with my friend Kait, and when we were deciding where to dine, I suggested City Coffeehouse and Crêperie (per usual).  But she suggested we try a new place she’d never been to in Soulard. It’s honestly crazy that I’ve never been to Soulard in all my years of living in St. Louis since I live and breathe anything French.  This historic neighborhood is St. Louis’s oldest, according to Explore St. Louis.  It was named after Frenchman Antoine Soulard...

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A Trip to Mauhaus Cat Cafe

After parking on a quiet street in the middle of the neighborhood, I walked to the door.  I’d been waiting for this moment for so long.  Finally, I was back in St. Louis, and I had a chance to visit Mauhaus Cat Cafe.  Oh, yeah, you read that right.  Coffee AND cats all in the same room, baby. And it was every bit as wonderful as you’d think. Food and drink I was greeted by a countertop with a huge chalkboard menu behind it and a bar top with a large glass window looking into the cats’ playroom. Before...

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12 More Things to Do in St. Louis

You’ve already worked through the 31 things to do in St. Louis, and you’re craving some more.  This little big city may not be the Big Apple or good ole Los Angeles, but this town still has an abundance of activities and sights.  And here are 12 more: Shaw’s Coffee – When we couldn’t find parking too close to #2, our crew started the short walk to our lunch spot.  But something caught Samantha’s eye: coffee.  “It’s so cute!!  We have to go in!!”  I easily obliged because coffee, duh.  Walking into the door under the yellow awning graced with white...

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A Classy Afternoon in St. Louis

There’s something to say for trips to the amusement park and greasy corn dogs, but sometimes you gotta travel in style and class.  Riley and I began the day in St. Louis with only one thing set in stone, and we spontaneously chose the rest of the schedule throughout the day.  STL may be known for one thing and one thing only (the Arch), but you can find a multitude of experiences.  And this post is for those looking for a classy, cultured day.  If you’re looking for a classy experience in St. Louis, here’s what we did: Breakfast and...

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40 Things to Do in St. Louis

The Arch.  The Lou.  Home of the Cardinals.  Nelly.  LGB.  Thin crust pizza with provel.  Gooey butter cake.  St. Louis claims a number of unique traditions, but if you’re planning a trip to the Gateway to the West, here’s 39 things to do in St. Louis from brunch spots to best activities. This post may include affiliate links, which means I may earn a small commission through links clicked.  These help me run my blog and come at no extra cost to you.  All opinions are my own. 1 . The Arch First things first.  Although you’ll have to...

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Hey there, I'm Kristin, a Missouri girl living in southern France and teaching English. I love planning weekend trips, sharing my best expat tips and sipping iced coffee.

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