Jessie Voigts's Blog, page 25
August 2, 2024
5 Great Ways to Have Fun at Home (Without Much Effort)
When most people think of having fun, they usually imagine being out doing something with friends and family. Sometimes, people don’t have the energy for this, though. They’ll want to have fun at home but mightn’t be sure what they can do.
Thankfully, this doesn’t need to be difficult to do. There are plenty of ways to try; they can be more fun than you’d think.
It’s just a matter of knowing what you’ll enjoy the most, and you shouldn’t have anything to worry abou...
July 30, 2024
Weekend Getaway to Atlanta: Traveling with Pets Made Easy and Fun
Planning a weekend getaway to Atlanta but don't want to leave your furry friend behind? You're in luck! Atlanta is not only a vibrant city with rich history and culture, but it's also incredibly pet-friendly. From dog parks to pet-welcoming hotels and cafes, this city ensures both you and your pet have a memorable time.
I’ve discovered some of the best spots and tips to make your trip smooth and enjoyable. Whether you're strolling through Piedmont Park or enjoyi...
Set Sail in Style: How to Choose the Perfect Yacht Rental in Miami
July 25, 2024
From Journeys to Classrooms and Back Again: Travel Writer Lisa Niver’s Tips and Tales
I'm so excited to share a lovely, inspiring interview today with our Wandering Educators. Let me tell you why...
Years and years ago, when we first started Wandering Educators (in 2007!), Lisa Niver and I connected through travel and education. We've collaborated on so many articles and projects, spent hours on the phone, and supported each other through thick and thin. When I put out the bat signal, this beloved science teacher taught our daughter science! Lisa h...
July 23, 2024
Experience is the Angled Road: Memoir of an Academic
[Holton Arms School] was administered by a triad of powerful and vastly different women. Miss Gertrude Brown was the president of the school and exuded ...
July 22, 2024
Authentic Red Chile Enchiladas
Enchiladas. One of my favorite foods in the world has to be these spicy, rich chile-infused little wonders. Not an enchilada fan? I can’t say I’m surprised. Unless you’ve sampled an enchilada dish from an authentic Mexican restaurant, then you likely either ended up with a canned sauce covering the warmed tortillas or worse someone passed along their grandmother’s recipe for baked enchiladas that have been coated in cream of chicken soup. Yikes! Now, there’s nothing...
Top Places Where Celebrities Vacation in Europe
Curious about where in Europe celebrities go on vacation? See why these locations are their top picks for leisure as you explore the opulent hideouts where stars unwind, from sun-kissed beaches to historic capitals.
France's chic cities and gorgeous coastal locations have long drawn celebrities and the wealthy.
Celebrities, including renowned celebrity poker players, can't resist visiting these places, ranging from Paris's classic...
July 17, 2024
Highly Recommended! Gather & Graze: Globally Inspired Small Bites and Gorgeous Table Scapes for Every Occasion
I am SO excited to share an extraordinary global cookbook with our Wandering Educators today. Gather a& Graze: Globally Inspired Small Bites and Gorgeous Table Scapes for Every Occasion, by Mumtaz Mustafa and Laura Klynstra.
Mumtaz Mustafa spent her childhood in Karachi, where memories of family gatherings and her dad’s grand Friday breakfasts were sealed with the spices and aromas of Pakistani food. Laura Klynstra grew up in a community of Dutch descendants in Mich...
Gather and Graze Recipe: Frangipane Blueberry Mini Galettes
We are so happy to share with you a recipe from an extraordinary new cookbook, Gather & Graze (click here to read our review and author interview!). It's peak blueberry season here in Michigan, and we've already picked almost 100 pounds over near South Haven (and almost a month left in the season to go!). I thought to save some from our picking Monday (in the rain, but oh so worth it) to make these. They are SO delicious.
Frangipane is a sweet almond filling common...
July 15, 2024
Music for Love, Justice, and Community
Times are shifting indeed, all across the world.
There are many ways music can come into such changing circumstances. That is an idea we’ve continued to explore through the years in this ongoing series.
Perhaps you feel the need of songs to rally around, to sing together?
Here are two. They are songs which speak of love, of justice, of hope, of community—views that such songs, especially ones that take in themes of justice and hard times do not always contain.
In Bande...
