What We Actually Do With Our Dog When We Travel (4 Real Solutions, Honestly Costed)

JoJann | Retired Wife

Published on: 30/10/2026

Boarding, daycare, or a friend’s lap? Four real ways we’ve handled traveling with our Boston Terrier, what each one cost, and what we’d do differently.

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Verde Canyon Railroad Review: Great Service, Beautiful Views, and a Long Ride Back

JoJann | Retired Wife

Published on: 18/10/2026

Our honest Verde Canyon Railroad review: comfortable seats, great service, scenic views, roundabouts, accessibility notes, what we paid, and why the return felt long.

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Small Things Around Our Home That Actually Make a Difference

JoJann | Retired Wife

Published on: 26/09/2026

From motion sensor lights to a surprisingly effective door sign, these are the small home favorites we actually use to make everyday life a little easier.

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NYC in 48 Hours After 60: What We Actually Did—and What We’d Do Differently

JoJann | Retired Wife

Published on: 19/09/2026

Our real 48-hour NYC itinerary after 60, including Yankees, observation decks, the 9/11 Memorial, Katz’s Deli, subway tips and honest advice about walking and pacing.

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