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About adriennecohen221

A full-time freelance writer for more than a decade, Adrienne Cohen writes extensively about travel, food and drink, cruising, road trips, farm-to-table dining, alternative agriculture, and entrepreneurship. A classically-trained journalist, she is always in search of a good story, and her bylined work has been published extensively both online and in print media.

December 7 — Lest we forget

I awoke early this morning – the clock read 7:00. A few minutes later, I was drinking coffee as I relished the fact that I had no plans for the day. I thought happily that I could be as lazy … Continue reading

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They Paid with Their Lives

Freedom Wall Recalls a Dark Time If you lived through the Vietnam Era, or if you had a relative in service during that time, you no doubt know that thousands of Americans gave their lives or were injured during the … Continue reading

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Are you leaving again?

Number 3 in a mini-series about solo travel, and travel in general. Let me know your thoughts. Continue reading

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What a difference a day makes

Had I not watched television news yesterday, talked to residents of my community, or experienced the wind, rain and hail of the previous night, I might have believed that spring is now in full bloom here in Hot Springs Village, … Continue reading

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The Storm’s Aftermath

It was a dark and stormy night last night. March 15, 2024, in Hot Springs Village, Arkansas. This morning is grey and dreary. The creek outside my home is flowing fast, and there are puddles of water in the low … Continue reading

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Travel Tales: When plans go awry

Travel is not always “smooth sailing,” but it is always worth the effort to come home with memories of people and places that differ from your home turf. Relish all the varied experiences and “keep on traveling!” Continue reading

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Holiday Spirit: Honoring Veterans

Several hundred volunteers from nearby communities gathered Saturday morning, December 16, to place evergreen wreaths at the headstones of military veterans interred at Little Rock National Cemetery. They joined more than two million volunteers and supporters at more than 4,200 … Continue reading

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Solo Travel: Just Go

Statistics show that an increasing number of solo travelers, particularly those in the 50-plus age range, will take to the highways, the seas, and the airways in coming years. We may not be back to pre-pandemic numbers, and the demographics … Continue reading

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Mark the date. I’ll make the popcorn!

The announcement of new Star Wars releases has me excited — how about you? Continue reading

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Traveling smart in today’s world

A recent experience crystallized once again the things every traveler must keep in mind while “on the road.” Be cautious and aware of your surroundings when in unfamiliar territory, and know what to do in case of an unpleasant occurrence. Continue reading

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