So…You Want to Move to Nashville?

by | Dec 28, 2022 | Uncategorized

As a resident of Nashville, Tenn., I am saddened by the growth of the city. The changes taking place between rent increasing (in 2022 rent went up between $200-$600 a month). Traffic causing issues and transplants coming into the area and acting as though they own the...

Five Years Ago Today I Started My Blog

by | Dec 26, 2022 | Uncategorized

Five years ago I started my blog, Coconuts and Canines. I was sitting in my room in a suburb of Nashville wanting to pursue a travel writing career. Earlier that year I had taken a travel writing course along with other writing classes from The Porch. I named my blog,...

It Ended Too Soon

by | Jul 5, 2022 | Uncategorized

There is a lake five minutes from where I grew up in Wisconsin called, Lake 30. I’m not sure how it got its name. It is a small lake known for its fishing during the summer and winter months. It isn’t a popular lake, but it is known by most locals. It...

Nomadic in Nashville

by | Dec 5, 2021 | Uncategorized

October 1, 2021 I couldn’t get my things organized as I wanted so I could sleep in the back of the car. Sleeping in the front was more challenging than usual. But, when the alarm went off I decided to reset it for a later time. I was finally getting sleep &...

Baja Burrito for Great Local Taco’s

by | Mar 5, 2021 | Uncategorized

Who loves tacos? Me too! I also love a really good burrito and an incredible salad. Baja Burrito knocks it out of the park when it comes to their menu items. Their fish tacos have been voted a favorite by Nashville Scene for several years. Located near the busy...