It took just six words to fulfill the dream of a lifetime. “Ladies and gentlemen,” the flight attendant announced, “welcome to Malta.” No one on the plane clapped or cheered as the midnight arrival taxied to the gate, but inside I was dancing with excitement. All my life I had learned about my Maltese heritage. Although my dad was born in Washington, D.C., both of his parents … [Read more...]
Take a Rewarding Getaway for Free
We all need vacations or even just a weekend getaway to recharge and come back to our work refreshed. Unfortunately, vacations aren’t free, and the cost can often keep us from fitting them into our finances. A weekend getaway can cost hundreds of dollars between travel expenses, 2-3 nights in a hotel, and meals out plus entertainment like tickets to museums, exhibits, … [Read more...]