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ashleyd / December 26, 2014

Christmas in Savannah

"If you really want to make a friend, go to someone’s house and eat with him…the people who give you their food give you their heart." —Cesar Chavez

Christmas in Savannah revolves around food. Each of our families love sharing home cooked meals with us whether that comes in the form of casual, grilled meals or full Christmas Day feasts.

Everyone has contributed to each of the meals, meaning that no one person has had the full burden on their shoulders. My mom and I baked all the holiday treats including these new favorite Chocolate Candy Cane Crunch Cookies and the Best Sugar Cookie recipes.

My brother and dad have been in charge of the meat each night, ranging from grilled ribs to fried turkey.

In between all the eating, there has been laughing and joy with our families. This has been the most relaxed, wonderful holiday trip. Since last year’s holiday was ruined by my flu, this has been a healthy, relaxing treat.

We hope you and yours are having a wonderful holiday season and enjoying some much needed time of rest and cheer.

What does your family eat Christmas Eve or Day? Do you all feast on lasagna, turkey, ham or something different?

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ashleyd / October 3, 2014

Publix Savannah Women’s Half & 5k

You all know that Savannah, my hometown, will always hold a dear place in my heart. The majestic oak trees, delicious food, slower pace, friendly people and rich history make it a city which I love sharing with our friends. In July, Bo and I were elated to share Savannah with our friends during his 30th birthday weekend.

But there is another side of Savannah which is best experienced by foot. The cobblestone streets, carefully designed squares, Forsyth Park’s iconic fountain and historic homes leave people breathless as they explore Savannah’s rich history.

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Savannah’s running community gets to enjoy these sights on a daily basis but isn’t it time that these sites are shared with others? There has been a lot of feedback over the past few years that the Rock ‘n’ Roll Savannah Half & Full don’t let runners experience most of these sites. Luckily Publix and Savannah have partnered to host the first Publix Savannah Women’s Half Marathon & 5K this March!

Womens Marathon

I am so excited to announce that I have joined the team as one of their race ambassadors! Over the next few months, leading up to the race I will be sharing training tips, giveaways and more! Offering both a 5k and half marathon distance, this is the perfect race weekend for you and your girlfriends! My mom and aunt have already signed up to walk the half marathon while a few of my girlfriends will be joining me in Savannah for good food, perfect weather and a lot of race weekend fun! The Saturday race means that Saturday evening can be spent celebrating in City Market or at one of Savannah’s rooftop bars overlooking the river.

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If you’re interested in running a beautiful, FLAT, scenic, women’s only race this Spring this is your perfect option. Publix is the leading sponsor, proof that it will be a great race as I’ve heard wonderful things about their work with the Atlanta Half Marathon!

If you want to sign up, you can use my discount code HEALTHYHAPPIERBEAR to receive $5 off your registration fee. Registration includes a women’s cut technical shirt, medal, admission to the fashion & fitness expo, and a fun post race event in Forsyth Park!

2015 Half Marathon Registration Fees

$75 – October 1 until December 15
$85 – December 16 until February 28
$95 – March 1 – March 26
Online registration closes March 26 at 11:59pm
$105 – March 27 at Expo Only

5K Registration Fees

$35 – October 1 until December 15
$40 – December 16 until February 28
$45 – March 1 – March 26
Online registration closes March 26 at 11:59pm
$50 – March 27 at Expo Only

For more details, follow the Publix Womens Savannah Half and 5k on Facebook and Twitter!

Who wants to join for a fun weekend in Savannah?

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ashleyd / August 1, 2014

Dining Dockside in Savannah

When our friends arrived in Savannah on Thursday, we wanted to greet them with a lovely, relaxing Low Country dinner. After doing some research we both agreed that Bonna Bella Yacht Club would be the perfect spot. Located a bit off the beaten path, Bonna Bella is accessible via both car and boat, just a 20 minute drive from downtown Savannah.

Want to bring a smile to the face of weary travelers who are kicking off vacation? Give them a menu that shows $4 drinks along with marsh views and sunshine.

The views from our large table were spectacular and within minutes we were toasting to the start of a long weekend and soaking in the sunshine.After our first round of beers, appetizers were in order. Luckily the Bonna Bella menu is quite extensive for a dockside restaurant, featuring 15 different appetizers. We chose things which could be easily shared including the peel & eat shrimp, crab fritters, shrimp skewers, and pork sliders. The only thing missing from their menu were hush puppies!

As I was more focused on talking than choosing an entree, I let the waitress choose. She highly recommended their mexi-cali style tacos which are available with pork, shrimp, fish, and vegetable. The tacos were a popular item with our group and when they arrived we all agreed that they were the right choice! The fried fish and blackened shrimp options were by far my favorite!

After a relaxed dinner we headed over to the corn hole area where many of us tried our luck with the bean bag sacks. When we weren’t tossing we were sipping Sweet Water 420 and enjoying the perfect evening. If you’re visiting Savannah, or a local, head over to Bonna Bella Yacht Club for delicious food, inexpensive drinks and great views. The staff is friendly, the dining areas have large fans to keep the temperatures cool and the restaurant and bar don’t close until the last patrons are ready to leave.