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Bourbon pancakes for breakfast? Sign me up! Check out my latest foodie favorite on Woodshed: An Appalachian Joint.

Pro Tip: Breakfast is better with bourbon. Add a little bourbon to breakfast! We don't mean in a rocks glass. Maple syrup producers are now giving their classic product a kick by aging it in bourbon barrels.

Once a haven for movie stars and celebrities—including Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin, Debbie Reynolds, Elvis Presley, Sonny Bono, and more—Palm Springs, CA, remains a welcoming retreat for those seeking an elegant yet down-to-earth getaway. Check out my recent visit to this mid-century modern mecca! Visit Palm Springs Visit California North Hills Monthly Magazine North American Travel Journalists Association

Art, Architecture Major Attractions in Greater Palm Springs Greater Palm Springs (GPS) encompasses nine cities within the Coachella Valley: Palm Springs, Desert Hot Springs, Cathedral City, Rancho Mirage, Palm Desert, Indian Wells, La Quinta, Indio, and Coachella.

You know I love to write about the human/animal bond, and what better way than to do that than with a story on taking your animals to work? A number of Alaska businesses let employees bring their pets to the office, but you've got to know the rules...or you both could be in the doghouse. Alaska Business

Canine Resources: Pets and Service Animals in the Workplace - Alaska Business Magazine As a perk for humans, some workplaces invite emotional support animals and pets. Learn the best way to integrate four-legged visitors.