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My Colorful Wanderings

My Colorful Wanderings

Brasstown Bald: Your Guide To Hiking Trails, Photography & More

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California, Colorado, Connecticut, Florida, Georgia, Inspiration, Kentucky, Louisiana, Massachusetts, New York, Playlists & Books, Tennessee, Wellness, Wyoming

13 Bucketlist, Beautiful Bookstores in The USA You Need To See

Bookstores are a place of refuge and escapism for many of us introverts and avid readers. Me, myself, and I (Shelbs!) have been readi[...]

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Georgia, North America, Travel Guides

Toccoa Falls: Everything you Need To Know

One of the prettiest and most surprising waterfalls we got to see in the North Georgia mountains was Toccoa Falls. Tucked away behind[...]

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Aruba, Caribbean, Travel Guides

How To Do Self-Guided ATV Excursions in Aruba

If you read our one-week guide to Aruba, you know that day two is your action-packed ATV tour of the Island! We would recommend takin[...]

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Monument Valley: The Ultimate First Timer’s Travel Itinerary

Most of you know Monument Valley because Forest Gump ran across America. Pictures of the famous Highway 163 with towering red monumen[...]

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Aruba, Caribbean, Travel Guides

What to Do In Aruba: A Romantic & Practical 1 Week Itinerary

Aruba is home to powdery white-sand beaches, sparkling teal waters, world-class snorkeling, and a gorgeous desert-like landscape. Tra[...]

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Kentucky, North America, Travel Guides

Your Ultimate Guide to the Trendy ‘NULU’ Louisville Neighborhood

In the heart of downtown Louisville lays the trendy Nulu {New Louisville} neighborhood. Previously known as the East Market District,[...]

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Europe, Italy, Travel Guides

Your Pocket Guide To Exploring The Best Of The Vatican

With over 1.6 billion Catholics worldwide, it’s no wonder there are over six million people who visit Vatican City a year. When vis[...]

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Europe, Inspiration, Italy, Travel Guides

10 Can’t Miss Romantic Things to Do In Italy

This post is going to sound like a love letter. While it is somewhat a love letter, it's not necessarily to Italy. Don't get us wrong[...]

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Georgia, Inspiration, North America, Travel Guides

Bell Mountain, Georgia: Everything you Need To Know

Have you ever seen a place that seems wrong.. but also kind of right? That basically sums up Bell Mountain in Georgia.. plus a few mi[...]

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California, Inspiration, Nevada, Ohio, Travel

The Best Places To Travel In August: USA Edition

August is when the last inspiring vestiges of summer vacation are still in the air. In the USA, it's also when people are starting to[...]

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Alabama, North America, Travel Guides

The Best View In Alabama: Weathington Park Overlook

On a Friday in July, we were road tripping through the winding back hills of Alabama. After leaving the oh-so-popular DeSoto Falls an[...]

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Europe, Italy, Travel Guides, Trip Planning

The Ultimate Guide To Transportation in Italy

Italy is a small country packed with adventures. With so many historic cities, incredible food, and gorgeous beaches - you're going t[...]

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Kentucky, Travel Guides

Hiking The Beautiful Tioga Falls, Emmert Falls & Saunders Springs Loop

With so many waterfalls along the eastern side of Kentucky, it's easy to forget the rest of the state when you're chasing waterfalls.[...]

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Kentucky, Travel Guides

The Best Salads & Keto Restaurants in Louisville, Kentucky

Louisville's foodie scene has exploded over the years, ushering in a wave of healthy restaurants. If you're on the 'getting healthy t[...]

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The 11 Best Underrated Hiking Destinations in the USA

Hiking in the United States means trekking across a multitude of varying landscapes. From the red clay hills of Sedona to the lush mo[...]

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The 14 Most Beautiful Southern Hotels & Resorts

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Hey there! It’s Ev & Shelbs

Hey there! It’s Ev & Shelbs

We're husband and wife hikers, explorers, foodies, readers and photographers. Our blog is dedicated to romanticizing life, inspired by our home in Southern USA. We hope you leave feeling inspired for your next adventure or picking up a new favorite book!

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    Not that we drink coffee… but 10/10 will go to a vibey coffee shop for a hot tea ☕️ 🖤
Strolling the adorable Main Street of #madisonindiana was well worth the chilly wind. Loved every second of our mini couples getaway with some of our favorite humans! 
Madison is only about an hour from where we live in Louisville so we’ll def be back for a few summer concerts and yummy food down by the rivvaaaaa. 
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    Not that we drink coffee… but 10/10 will go to a vibey coffee shop for a hot tea ☕️ 🖤 Strolling the adorable Main Street of #madisonindiana was well worth the chilly wind. Loved every second of our mini couples getaway with some of our favorite humans! Madison is only about an hour from where we live in Louisville so we’ll def be back for a few summer concerts and yummy food down by the rivvaaaaa. . . . #madisonindianariverfront #indiana #onlyinindiana #travelindiana #indianaphotographer #coffeeshop #coffeeshopsoftheworld #coffeeshopdesign #coffeeshopinteriors #rusticmodern #rusticstyle #rusticcharm
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    10/10 would walk the sun drenched rows of the Neon Museum again. ✨
If you haven’t been to Vegas - it really is so much more than a first timer thinks it will be. From world class food to everything being just a little brighter than you’re used to (not to mention covered in glitter or sequins), there’s always something happening in this glittering desert city. 
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    10/10 would walk the sun drenched rows of the Neon Museum again. ✨ If you haven’t been to Vegas - it really is so much more than a first timer thinks it will be. From world class food to everything being just a little brighter than you’re used to (not to mention covered in glitter or sequins), there’s always something happening in this glittering desert city. . . . . #lasvegasstrip #passportcollective #summervibes☀️ #vacationwolf #exploreourearth #lasvegasnevada #theneonmuseum #lasvegasmusicscene #lasvegaslife #neonsigns #neonsignage #neonsignsonly #vintageinspired
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    Took our first hike of the spring today in the @theparklandsoffloydsfork . 
One of our favorite Louisville hiking trails is Paw Paw to Chinkapin Loop. Perfect if you have doggies who like to play in the water! 
P.S. 🦟season has started. Grab your bug spray southern friends 👌🏼
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    Took our first hike of the spring today in the @theparklandsoffloydsfork . 
One of our favorite Louisville hiking trails is Paw Paw to Chinkapin Loop. Perfect if you have doggies who like to play in the water! 
P.S. 🦟season has started. Grab your bug spray southern friends 👌🏼
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#hikingwithdogs #hikingadventures #hikingwithdogs #dogswhohike #dogsinwilderness #dogsinnature #gsofinstagram #germanshepherdofig #hikinggermansheperds #germanshepherdsgsd #louisvilletrails #hikingkentucky #kentuckyhikingadventures #kentuckyhiking #kycreatives #kybloggers #kytravel
    Took our first hike of the spring today in the @theparklandsoffloydsfork . 
One of our favorite Louisville hiking trails is Paw Paw to Chinkapin Loop. Perfect if you have doggies who like to play in the water! 
P.S. 🦟season has started. Grab your bug spray southern friends 👌🏼
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#hikingwithdogs #hikingadventures #hikingwithdogs #dogswhohike #dogsinwilderness #dogsinnature #gsofinstagram #germanshepherdofig #hikinggermansheperds #germanshepherdsgsd #louisvilletrails #hikingkentucky #kentuckyhikingadventures #kentuckyhiking #kycreatives #kybloggers #kytravel
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    Took our first hike of the spring today in the @theparklandsoffloydsfork . One of our favorite Louisville hiking trails is Paw Paw to Chinkapin Loop. Perfect if you have doggies who like to play in the water! P.S. 🦟season has started. Grab your bug spray southern friends 👌🏼 . . . . #hikingwithdogs #hikingadventures #hikingwithdogs #dogswhohike #dogsinwilderness #dogsinnature #gsofinstagram #germanshepherdofig #hikinggermansheperds #germanshepherdsgsd #louisvilletrails #hikingkentucky #kentuckyhikingadventures #kentuckyhiking #kycreatives #kybloggers #kytravel
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    It’s only Wednesday… and I suspect a well-earned cocktail break will be headed my way this weekend as we hang doors at the Airbnb cottage, maybe go for a hike since the 164893 days of rain have finally stopped and clean the house a little? 
Of all of our favorite places to quietly grab a an adult beveragé (#fancylike), the ones with moody interiors, tucked away in peaceful parts of the city and picture perfect craft drinks are my favorite. 
If you know you know fam. 
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#wednesday #foodbible #buzzfeedtasty #tastethisnext #liveauthentic #tasteintravel #gardenandgun #cocktailsofinstagram #cocktailhour #thefoodwhores #foodpicsovernidepics #cocktailoftheday #cocktailoftheweek #brewerylife #louisvilleapproved #louisvillefood 
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    It’s only Wednesday… and I suspect a well-earned cocktail break will be headed my way this weekend as we hang doors at the Airbnb cottage, maybe go for a hike since the 164893 days of rain have finally stopped and clean the house a little? Of all of our favorite places to quietly grab a an adult beveragé (#fancylike), the ones with moody interiors, tucked away in peaceful parts of the city and picture perfect craft drinks are my favorite. If you know you know fam. . . . . #wednesday #foodbible #buzzfeedtasty #tastethisnext #liveauthentic #tasteintravel #gardenandgun #cocktailsofinstagram #cocktailhour #thefoodwhores #foodpicsovernidepics #cocktailoftheday #cocktailoftheweek #brewerylife #louisvilleapproved #louisvillefood @foodyfetish @tasty.hub
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    A good day doing what Kentuckians do: a little horse back riding. 🖤
Went #horsebackriding through the Smoky Mountains near Asheville and could not have asked for prettier weather. Most people thing you want sunshine and perfectly clear skies… but sometimes those cloudy days are really where it’s at!! When the clouds sit low over the mountain and you’re riding through on a horse - just something special about it. 
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    A good day doing what Kentuckians do: a little horse back riding. 🖤 Went #horsebackriding through the Smoky Mountains near Asheville and could not have asked for prettier weather. Most people thing you want sunshine and perfectly clear skies… but sometimes those cloudy days are really where it’s at!! When the clouds sit low over the mountain and you’re riding through on a horse - just something special about it. . . . . . #ashevillefolk #ashevillestrong #horsesofinstagram #horsesofinsta #horselove #thingstodoinasheville #northcarolinaliving #ashevillenc #horsebackridinglessons #horsebackride #mountainsandhorses #horsesanddreams #horsesarelife #kentuckytravels
    2 years ago
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    Architecturally satisfying restaurants with good wine lists and mimosa flights make me happy 🖤
P.S. The gals taught David Colton a valuable life skill on our family weekend away in West Virginia: how to take good photos for the gram. His Dad was SUPER happy about it. 💁🏻‍♀️😂 
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#iseebeautyeverywhere #cornersofmyworld #bepresent #instagood #uniquedestination #glt #onlyinwestvirginia #morgantownwestvirginia #mountainstate #makemomentshappen #appalachia #westvirginia #aesthetic_photos #restaurantdesign
    Architecturally satisfying restaurants with good wine lists and mimosa flights make me happy 🖤
P.S. The gals taught David Colton a valuable life skill on our family weekend away in West Virginia: how to take good photos for the gram. His Dad was SUPER happy about it. 💁🏻‍♀️😂 
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#iseebeautyeverywhere #cornersofmyworld #bepresent #instagood #uniquedestination #glt #onlyinwestvirginia #morgantownwestvirginia #mountainstate #makemomentshappen #appalachia #westvirginia #aesthetic_photos #restaurantdesign
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    Architecturally satisfying restaurants with good wine lists and mimosa flights make me happy 🖤 P.S. The gals taught David Colton a valuable life skill on our family weekend away in West Virginia: how to take good photos for the gram. His Dad was SUPER happy about it. 💁🏻‍♀️😂 . . . #iseebeautyeverywhere #cornersofmyworld #bepresent #instagood #uniquedestination #glt #onlyinwestvirginia #morgantownwestvirginia #mountainstate #makemomentshappen #appalachia #westvirginia #aesthetic_photos #restaurantdesign
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