Lesley, Author at Bucket List Publications

Tips for Visiting State Fair of Texas

Posted on October 8, 2019 by Lesley | 0 Comments

The State Fair of Texas is held each fall at Dallas Fair Park. The Fair has taken place every year since 1886 and it usually begins the last Friday in September and ends 24 days later. The State Fair of Texas is remarkable but it’s massive size, 270 acres, and abundance of options, 100+ activities, can be a little overwhelming….

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City Break? Try These

Posted on September 26, 2019 by Lesley | 0 Comments

The concept of a city break is rising fast across generations. Less people are booking package or beach holidays while more invest in shorter, yet more city breaks. A city break allows you to take in a lot in a short space of time. The length of time can also be tailored to exactly what you want. The key with…

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KIEKAN Luxury Sandalwood Jasmine Scented Soy Candle

The Gift of Calm and Relaxation – Aubert & Amandine Candles

Posted on September 20, 2019 by Lesley | 0 Comments

Aubert & Amandine Candles have become a staple in our new home in Frisco, Texas. There’s nothing more inviting than walking into a house and being greeted by wonderful smells. It’s what makes me feel at home. I’m not much of a cook or baker so candles are where it’s at for me. We recently got married and filled the…

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Choose the Joovy Coo Bassinet Playpen

Posted on September 19, 2019 by Lesley | 3 Comments

With baby number two on the way, I feel more prepared this time than the last. I know what baby essentials make life easier and what products last. While I’m more prepared this time, our circumstances are different and some things are still new including our location in Frisco, Texas and our house design and layout. My two-story home is…

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The Texas Ballet Theater’s The Sleeping Beauty

Posted on September 9, 2019 by Lesley | 2 Comments

When we lived in California, Athena and I went to the ballet at Segerstrom Center for the Arts in Costa Mesa on a regular basis. It was our favorite way to spend an evening of entertainment. The ballet options in Frisco and the surrounding area played a major role in our decision to move to Frisco. The Texas Ballet Theater…

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Clay Dry Bold - Sweet Amber Vegan Deodorant

A Natural Option for Deodorant

Posted on August 26, 2019 by Lesley | 0 Comments

We’re settling into a routine in our new home in Frisco, Texas. Daily, I climb out of bed, brush my teeth, tame my hair, and get dressed. I can’t leave the bathroom without putting on deodorant. Honestly, I need it multiple times a day because of the extreme heat. Also, I’m in and out of the pool so often that…

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Just Leaf it to Your Planter. Dewplanter

Posted on August 26, 2019 by Lesley | 0 Comments

We’re on the road so often that I’ve never been able to have plants or flowers. Just yesterday, Cord said that he never buys me flowers because I said I don’t like them. Now that we’re more settled in a house, though, I spoke up and said, “I actually love plants and flowers. I just could never keep them alive…

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Soundcore Flare Mini

Posted on August 25, 2019 by Lesley | 0 Comments

We’re settling into our new home in Frisco, Texas and I’ve accepted the fact that I can’t travel internationally for a few months because of my visa status. I’m grounded in the US while I wait for my Green Card. This will officially be the longest I’ve gone without international travel in over a decade. With that in mind, we’re…

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Gotrax Electric Scooters Bring the Community to Us

Posted on August 23, 2019 by Lesley | 0 Comments

We’re so in love with our community in Frisco, Texas. They do things like chalk the sidewalks on the first day of school to send the kids off with positive messages. They also have community parties and garage sales and plan special events for Halloween and Christmas. With the Texas summer heat, we find it difficult to find a time…

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5 Companies that Make Home Life Better

Posted on August 16, 2019 by Lesley | 1 Comments

We decided to move to Frisco, Texas and create a life here that includes daily schedules and routines rather than being on the road full time and having a different plan every day of the week. We’ve traveled around the world and lived in many different places. We made Montreal our home out of necessity, not desire, and we wanted…

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