Writing and Remodeling: Welcome to My Week
Fun new assignments + a TON of recently published story links!
Happy Wednesday!
I’m back with some assignments I’m sourcing for, as promised. But first, an update on my remodel: Demolition is complete!
On Monday, my kitchen went from this:
To this:
Goodbye 1970s … the future awaits! Can’t wait to see the install take shape later this week!
And here’s a pic of Lily enjoying her fancy life at the Fairmont Scottsdale Princess (we checked in on Monday and they showered her with pet amenities and now she never wants to leave):
Ok … see below for new assignments and a ton of links to freshly pubbed pieces … I’m especially proud of my USNWR article and my Insider piece was super fun too!
Have a great rest of your week,
Jill
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US News & World Report: Crystal Symphony Review: First Impressions of Crystal's Revamped Ship
Southern Living: 11 Etiquette Mistakes You Might Be Making on a Cruise
Reader’s Digest: July Luggage Review: I Tested the Carry-On Pro on Multiple Overseas Flights
Insider: I Tried Princess Cruise’s Premier Package and It’s One of the Best Deals At Sea
Taste of Home: Amish Chicken and Noodles
Copper Courier: 8 Phoenix Rooftop Bars
Virtuoso: The Sun Princess Sets Sail with Some of the Most Exciting Entertainment at Sea
Reader’s Digest: After 20 Ocean Cruises, I Took My First River Cruise—Here Are 6 Ways It Was Better
EatingWell: 10 Foods Rich in Vitamin K, Recommended by Dietitians
Reader’s Digest: I took the Beis Front Pocket Carry-On on Multiple International Trips, and It’s a Winner
Copper Courier: Puff, Puff, Pass .. The Best 4/20 Promos and Deals Around the Valley
Taste of Home: How Long Does Rice Last in the Fridge?
Copper Courier: Where to buy farm-fresh eggs in Tucson
Copper Courier: 10 Best Pizza Joints in Phoenix
The Points Guy: Holland America restaurants: The ultimate cruise guide to food and dining on board
Travel Market Report: What to Expect When Riding Brightline
Travel Market Report: The 3 Highest End Suites on the Crystal Symphony
Copper Courier: 7 Places to See and Smell Wildflowers Near Phoenix
Travel Market Report: Cruise Ships and Celebrity Chefs: A Perfect Pairing the Industry Continues to Crave
The Points Guy (my first for this outlet): Princess Cruise drink packages
Southern Living: Why I Switched to a Wooden Cutting Board and I’ll Never Go Back to Plastic
Southern Living: Should You Drain Canned Vegetables?
Taste of Home: How to Store Avocados
Taste of Home: How to Store Garlic So it Stays Fresh
Taste of Home: How to Make Amish Chicken and Noodles
Reader’s Digest: 9 Best Culinary Cruises for the Most Delicious Trip You’ll Ever Take
Reader’s Digest: The Surprising Reason You Shouldn’t Bring Camouflage Clothing on a Cruise
EatingWell (my debut article!): A Longevity Expert Swears by Eating Minestrone Soup Every Day — Here’s Why
Southern Living: How to Close a Wine Bottle Without a Cork
Southern Living: Yes, You Can Freeze Spaghetti Squash; Here’s How
Taste of Home: Le Creuset Everyday Pan Review: It’s Literally the Only Pan You Need
Southern Living: The Best Types of Sweet Potatoes for Eery Favorite Southern Dish
Yoga Journal: 21 Unexpected, Meaningful, Stress-Reducing, Must-Have Yoga Gifts for Your Loved Ones
Fodor’s: I Was Quarantined on a Cruise Ship, Here’s What it Was Like
Southern Living: Why It’s So Important to Brown Your Meat Before Cooking
U.S. News & World Report: 9 Bucket-List Cruises for Seniors and Retirees
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OMG the pet amenities! I love! Lily is the cutest.
Aww Lily livin her best pampered life - love it! Can't wait to see the progress!!!