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Discover 'Old Florida' on the River of Lakes Heritage Corridor Scenic Byway - Trip Canvas Visit Florida springs, lakes, small towns and attractions along the River of Lakes Heritage Corridor, a meandering scenic byway in Central Florida.

I drove the River of Lakes Heritage Corridor in Central Florida with 2 AAA colleagues. We toured beautiful springs (De Leon, Blue, Gemini & Green Spring) and some charming communities (DeLand, Cassadaga & Sanford) on the way to the Space Coast. Please check it out! 🚙 www.aaa.com/tripcanvas/a...

One-Pot Beans, Greens and Grains Recipe Many filling, flavorful and flexible meals are within reach with this technique: It produces fluffy grains, just-soft-enough greens and creamy and garlicky beans all in one pot Customize your mix based on your cravings and your pantry: Use any dark leafy greens and any cooked legumes Use quinoa, rice or a mix of the two for a variety of textures; for other grains, refer to the cooking instructions on their package and add the greens in the last 5 to 7 minutes

Many filling, flavorful and flexible meals are within reach with this technique: It produces fluffy grains, just-soft-enough greens and creamy and garlicky beans all in one pot. Customize your mix based on your cravings and your pantry.

Not the first person who’s said this about the book. A friend said this, too. I might have to read and see for myself. Definitely want to read about the Chicago World’s Fair. #booksky

Why Book a Hotel Through AAA: Save on Your Next Vacation - Trip Canvas Book a hotel easily with AAA and enjoy special rates and quality you can trust.

New article out! Don’t stress about where to stay! I talked to some AAA experts on the benefits of reserving a hotel with AAA 💸 www.aaa.com/tripcanvas/a...

a woman in a library with a tote bag that says ' nlg ' on it Alt: a woman in a library with a tote bag that says ' nlg ' on it

I think I need to make a stop at the library. All I want to do today is read. Anyone else? #booksky

Chickpea Salad With Fresh Herbs and Scallions Recipe A lighter, easier take on classic American potato salad, this version uses canned chickpeas in place of potatoes and favors Greek yogurt over mayonnaise The trick to achieving the creamy texture of traditional potato salad is to mash some of the chickpeas lightly with a fork It travels well, so it deserves a spot at your next picnic or desk lunch.

"When I first saw this recipe of the day, I thought it was an early April Fool's joke, but... no. Try these. They're a life-changing experience."

A lighter, easier take on classic American potato salad, this version uses chickpeas in place of potatoes.

Lighthouse with busker singing outside

Lighthouse in front of the Atlantic. The foreground is rocky.

Lobster traps in front of water.

Happy Friday! Please enjoy these photos of scenic Peggy’s Cove, N.S.

I'm not telling people to stop being afraid of death- we're all afraid of death! I'm certainly afraid of death!- but pussyfooting around it with euphemisms like "unalived" or "passed" will not make Death turn aside when it is our hour!

Fireworks from the middle of the Harbour

There were spectacular fireworks for Natal Day on #WaterfrontNS, and we were lucky enough to watch from the Halifax-Dartmouth ferry!

Agree, what I saw online did not do it justice!

Lighthouse and low tide at Burntcoat Head Park

Highly recommend road-tripping from #HalifaxNS to Burntcoat Head Park in Noel, Nova Scotia, seen here at low tide.

Mothman statue with glowing eyes at Prometheus Esoterica

Good news, goths and cryptid enthusiasts: Prometheus Esoterica wrote on their socials that Mothman will continue haunting/hanging out in the Winter Park store! Go get your picture while you can 📸

@chaceverity.com I saw your newsletter — huge congrats! Glad to see you on here, too!

striking image of a hand pointed down half-dipped in dripping black goo

if you haven't watched Evil, you're missing out

it's the X-Files of this generation

phenomenal acting, characters, interesting overarching & subplots, contemporary, playful, philosophically engaged, quietly sprinkled with ARG...

bear through the first 3 eps or so, it's not as silly as it looks

Kids’ Waffles with berries

Greek omelette with garlic confit and toast

Oatmeal with berries and toppings like almonds, brown sugar and cranberries. Sausage is in the background.

Moma’s near #Universal Epic Universe is great for breakfast/brunch. The menu even included vegan/vegetarian options. I’ll be back for sure. It was a little crowded but more manageable than most in I-Drive area! #Orlando

Book cover with a small No. 2 pencil with broken lead. Title is “Never Enough: When Achievement Culture Becomes Toxic & What We Can Do About It” by Jennifer Breheny Wallace. New York Times Bestseller is highlighted.

Recommended: “Never Enough: When Achievement Culture Becomes Toxic & What We Can Do About It” by Jennifer Breheny Wallace 📚💡
I wonder a lot about balancing school/extracurriculars, so this was a one-click. Read Chapter 7 on “mattering.”
💙 #nonfiction #booksky www.jenniferbwallace.com/about-never-...

It sounds like something I would enjoy as well. Thanks for the recommendation!

That looks so good! 🌿

Love Infusion tea in #Orlando!

Can we just have a boring day?

Small abstract piece with colorful lines radiating out and forming wavy patterns, and colored circles floating like bubbles.

Mindful & meditative art inspired by A.A. Murakami’s Floating World immersive exhibition at the Museum of Fine Arts Houston.

Materials: Faber-Castell aquarelle pencils, ruler, circle template, aqua brush with water.

#ArtYear #watercolor #mindfulart #color

Ice cream from Azúcar in Little Havana in front of tile art that says Calle Ocho Little Havana Cuba.

Amazing time visiting (and eating ice cream from Azúcar and drinking cafecito …) in Calle Ocho today with @TourismCares @GreaterMiamiCVB #MeaningfulMiami #SustainableTourismMiami

Angel from Savannah’s Bonaventure Cemetery.

It was a beautiful day to visit Bonaventure Cemetery. #Savannah

Mural shows a colorful painted Drink in the Sunshine with grapefruit and orange juice in the foreground.

Happy to report the Florida Welcome Center still provides free orange juice (or grapefruit juice) in Yulee #LoveFL

Americans overwhelmingly oppose Trump's cultural takeovers of universities, museums and theaters.

Donuts in the display case

Apple, lemon cake and French Cronut in front of the menu for Donuts to go

Donuts for my daughter, the birthday girl @ Donuts To Go #Sanford #FL

Acadian Cuisine and More: Foods in New Brunswick, Canada - Trip Canvas Discover New Brunswick, a bilingual foodie haven in Canada, where Acadian influence, fresh seafood and iconic regional dishes like fricot and lobster rolls await to delight your palate.

My new article celebrates good food in New Brunswick, including #Acadian cuisine. Special thanks to AAA Inspector 87 for talking with me! www.aaa.com/tripcanvas/a...

Now I’m hungry! 😋 Saving for later…

Hallway with art that looks like airplane windows

Time for a random staycation since husband got an overnight here in Orlando #pilotwifelife 😆 And, look, the (very new-looking) TownePlace Suites is even aviation-themed!