Midlife Musings

oin me on my Poland travel diary—exploring Ostrołęka, Warsaw, and Kraków through food, family, castles, and memories that last forever.

A promise, a memory, and a journey we’ll never forget. Why Poland is now forever on my midlife travel list.

This summer took me from Poland to Italy—traveling with Krzys’ family, wandering Rome, cooking in Italy, and sipping wine in Venice. Then came back-to-school chaos and, sadly, the sudden loss of my brother. Midlife has been full of joy, chaos, and grief all at once.

Every year, Derby weekend is basically a holiday in Kentucky — and let’s be honest, it’s one of the best excuses to dress up, sip...