All Things Fadra

🎁 GIFT IDEA for the travel lover in your life! I worked with last year but I’m still in love with the travel wraps they sent me.

The gray eco-cashmere wrap is the one that helped me survive the looooong flights to/from Japan.

You can find them on Amazon (link is in my bio). Happy last minute shopping!

You’re not seeing double — these are two different Volvo XC90s. 👀

I’ve owned my 2021 XC90 for years and I finally got my hands on the brand-new 2025.5 model. So I did what any Volvo-obsessed car reviewer would do… a full side-by-side comparison.

What’s new? What’s better? What didn’t need changing? And—big question—is it worth the upgrade?

I walk you through everything: exterior updates, interior improvements, tech changes, drive feel, and what actually matters if you’re shopping for a luxury SUV right now.

🎥 Full video is now LIVE on YouTube. Link in bio!

Welcome to Lincoln Square in downtown Gettysburg – which is actually a circle 😄

In this quick walking tour, I’m sharing some of my favorite spots around the square and just off Baltimore Street. If you’re planning a Gettysburg trip and want more than battlefield tours, this is where you’ll find:

Codori’s Gift Shop – collectibles from around the world

T Loft – cute, quirky, current collectibles

The Lucky Paw – pet lovers + shop cats 🐈

For The Historian & Union Drummer Boy – books + Civil War artifacts

A Little Irish Too – Irish goods and souvenirs

Gallery 30 – gorgeous handmade arts and crafts

Nerd Herd Gift & Game – for nerds and game lovers alike

Lark – my go-to for clothes, jewelry, and fun gifts

Gettysburg Goods – local, handmade pieces + Mason Dixon Distillery tastings

Oh Man! – a “bro shop” I actually love

The Christmas Haus – German Christmas decor, nutcrackers, smokers & Krampus treats 🎄

Gettysburg Chocolate Market – coffee + chocolate pick-me-up

Martin’s Family Shoes – comfy brands (including Minnetonka)

Gettysburg Polish Pottery – hand-painted pieces from Poland that last a lifetime

If you love small-town main streets, local shops, and a little history with your shopping, Gettysburg needs to be on your list.



Destination Gettysburg

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Spent a day exploring Wichita and here’s the perfect itinerary ⬇️

🐘 FOUR baby elephants at Sedgwick County Zoo
🍽️ Fresh, local eats at Public (with a courtyard full of history)
🚣 River views + adventure with Boats & Bikes
🌅 Sunset at Keeper of the Plains

Wichita, you surprised me in the best way.
Which stop would you hit first?

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