Quick mini post to honor Jane Austen on her 250th Birthday! We knew we just had to say something because Emily admired her so much and is likely celebrating with Jane today in Heaven! Check out Emily’s words from 10-years ago when she celebrated Jane’s 240th birthday here:

Also, as Emily’s 2-year anniversary in Heaven draws near, we want to ask anyone who is willing and able to post any memories in the comment section so we can put together a very special post at the end of the month! We know she is missed and loved so very much.

Emily's Travel Recommendations 🚙✈️🚆

September 26, 20252025, travelEmily DeArdo2 Comments

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If I May Recommend…

Looking through Emily’s many years of blogging, she covered such a wide range of topics! Yes, she loved discussing her faith and belief in God, talking about her family, and sharing encouraging words about those going through physical trials such as she endured, but she also loved creating recommendation lists for others that she compiled from her travels.

From Nashville to Hollywood, Duck (NC) to even Scotland, Emily always wanted to share insightful tips with others. Whether at restaurants, tourist attractions worth visiting or even holes in the wall she stumbled upon herself, every city she visited had something worth experiencing. And of course we know she had a special love for bookstores!

Emily believed in living every day to the fullest and traveling (and planning trips) was a big part of her life post-transplant. We decided to compile a list of some of her best city recommendations below, and we hope you’ll leave a comment on her blog of your favorite recommendations to share as well in her honor!

US Trips

California

Chicago, Illinois

Colonial Williamsburg, Virginia

Scotland 2023 (Emily’s last trip)

Day 1

Day 2