Exploring the simple pleasures in life.
After many years of effort, I have found that the key to true happiness comes with learning to enjoy the simple pleasures in life. It’s in the awesome feeling that you have when the garden is full of beautiful banana peppers. It comes from spending time with the people you love and sharing fantastic adventures with them. This Uncomplicated Life is my way of sharing my journey into finding and enjoying the simple pleasures.
Grills Seafood Deck & Tiki Bar Review
I was curious about the shark kabobs at Grills Seafood Deck & Tiki Bar. Nervous, but feeling adventurous, I tasted them and I was pleasantly surprised.
Experimenting with Bread Pudding
With two loaves of bread taking up too much room in our small freezer, I made two versions of bread pudding. I did not achieve perfection, but that's ok.
Hungry Harry’s BBQ Review
We got takeout from Hungry Harry's BBQ for a picnic in our living room. The delicious barbecue will keep us coming back for more.
The Unimaginable Mini Festival
We were excited to finally be heading to a festival again. When it was not meant to be, we did what we could to salvage our weekend.
KFlow Portable Coffee Maker Review
With few great options for making coffee while camping, I was happy to experiment with the KFlow Portable Coffee Maker.
My Covid-19 Experience
After staying away from the virus for a year and a half, Covid caught up with me. I was not ready for the mental anguish from the isolation.
Del Frisco’s Grille Review
As part of our job search, we went for dinner at Del Frisco's Grille. The food was wonderful. I only wish the service had been as well.
A Visit to Anna Maria Island
Before returning to work, we took some time to visit beautiful Anna Maria Island. While the trip did not go according to plan, we enjoyed the peaceful getaway.
A Sprig of Thyme Review
On a whim, we decided to have dinner at A Sprig of Thyme in Sarasota, Florida. It turned out to be one of the best meals we've ever had in a restaurant.
The Sandbar Restaurant Review
We found The Sandbar Restaurant on the beach in Anna Maria Island, Florida. We had a fantastic lunch with a great view, amazing food, and excellent service.
A Whirlwind Road Trip
We made a whirlwind road trip to pick up some things in Colorado. We combined the trip with a visit with friends and our boys.
Biscuit Head Review
Our son suggested we go to Biscuit Head for breakfast while we were in Asheville, North Carolina. It was a great suggestion.
Hana Japanese Hibachi & Sushi Bar Review
We had great sushi with our kids at Hana Japanese Hibachi & Sushi Bar in Asheville. It was unfortunate that they were so understaffed.
Sand Hill Nature Trail Disc Golf Course
We had so much fun playing Richmond Hill Disc Golf Course in Asheville, North Carolina, we played Sand Hill Nature Trail Disc Golf Course the next day.
Richmond Hill Disc Golf Course
We played Richmond Hill Disc Golf Course while visiting Asheville, North Carolina. The course was challenging but fun with spectacular scenery.