Visiting Texas: Health & Wellness Events in Texas

You know the sayings “health is wealth” and “if you don’t have good health, you don’t have nothing”? Well, they’re true and should serve as reminders to us all to make our wellbeing a priority. Self-Care is a vital part of longevity so whether you are just starting out, trying to refocus or if you’re just trying to improve your overall wellness; mind, body, and soul, check out these local events focusing on health and wellness in Texas:

Visiting Texas: Halloween & Fall Festivals in Texas

Butterflies there’s only three seasons that I look forward to each year, love season, cancer season and spooky season. Spooky season benefits: the weather is nicer, pumpkin flavored everything is available and you can dress like your favorite weirdo without being judged. Since it’s October and officially the start of spooky season I thought I’d share some of the cool fall festivals and Halloween events happening all around Texas:

Visiting Texas: Food & Beverage Festivals in Texas

Hey Foodie Butterflies. Have you ever been to an event planned specifically around one of your favorite foods? If you are a lover of all things food, beer, and wine related then you have to check out some of these food and beverage festivals going on in Texas.

In the Kitchen: 7 Fun Ways to Enjoy Pumpkins This Fall

Butterflies, it’s the first day of fall and nothing says autumn like fresh pumpkins. Whether you are cooking with them or decorating with them, pumpkins are so much fun and provide many great health benefits. Below are a few of my favorite pumpkin things:

Travel: Horror Movie Road Trips

If you are a fan of cult classics and thrillers or horror movies are your thing…you’ll definitely enjoy this read. Firstly, if you haven’t checked out the Fear Street three part series on Netflix, please do…it’s frighteningly entertaining. Secondly, it’s Friday the 13th (the first one of this year) and I though it would be cool to share some of the creepiest places (in the states) worth a road trip to; a few are located here in Texas:

Visiting Texas: Best Music Festivals in Texas

Butterflies, sharing all the cool things to do and events in Texas is one of my favorite things to do but, it’s time I combine that with my love of music. If you enjoy listening to music and being outdoors then music festivals are for you. Checkout some of the coolest music festivals held annually in Texas:

Life, Love & Relationships: Grown + Sexy Things to Do For a Date Night In Texas

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How is your love life going? Are you getting a healthy balance of mental and physical affection? As an adult, embracing your sexuality and exploring your desires within reason is perfectly healthy and necessary when it comes to love and relationships. Sex is a natural part of life, though so many still treat the topic as a forbidden subject matter. If you’re looking to spice up date night with your partner, check out some of these grown & sexy things to do in Texas:

Visiting Texas: Out of This World Events/Exhibits in Texas

Butterflies, if outer space, comic conventions, and/or sci-fi trivia night sound interesting...this post is for you. In addition, if you’re into Astronomy, Greek Mythology, Anime, Science Fiction, Fantasy, and etc, or even if you just think aliens, mermaids, unicorns and fairies are cute, check out some of the “out of this world” events and exhibits happening in Texas:

Around the World from Home: Cultural Festivals in Texas

One of my favorite outdoor things to do is attend festivals. Growing up I looked forward to the Houston International Festival every year; the music, the food, and the cultural exposure...there’s always something fun to do and cool to see. Updated monthly, here’s a list of cultural festivals/exhibits taking place here in Texas:

Art: Celebrating Frida Kahlo

It’s Frida Kahlo’s birthday (July 6th); she’s an inspiration and a fellow cancerian, so it’s only right that we celebrate her. Frida’s fearlessness and uniqueness is what I admire the most about her; it seems she lived unapologetically and wasn’t afraid to be herself which is what I strive for daily. Check out these upcoming Frida Kahlo events in Texas:

60+ Birthday Discounts & Freebies

It's Cancer Season and guess what? It's my BIRTHDAY!! If you've had the pleasure of knowing a Cancerian then you know that we enjoy our space and can be very emotional at times (water signs are typically ruled by sensation and feelings), but are usually the most thoughtful and caring people you know. To celebrate, I'm sharing my wishlist (lol) and some of my favorite birthday discounts and freebies...

Visiting Texas: Coolest Texas Water Parks + Tips for Your Visit

Butterflies, what do you enjoy most about going to the water-park? National Water-Park Day is celebrated annually on July 28th and now that we’re all getting back outside this is a great opportunity to get outdoors and make some new memories. A day at the water-park can be tons of fun, especially when you plan ahead and pack your waterpark essentials (see list below). Here are some of my favorite Texas Water-Parks:

Beauty Trends: Unicorn Snot's Face & Body Gel

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Unicorn Snot has been a popular beauty staple for years but if you’re not familiar with their products, allow me to reintroduce the brand. Unicorn Snot carries some of the best glitter products for the body, hair and face. If you’re wanting to give your look a little extra sparkle, you should definitely give these products a try. They even have a glitter sunscreen lotion and a spf glitter spray which are both perfect for all the fun in the sun you will be having this summer.

May Is National Mental Health Awareness & National Masturbation Month!?

I’m making a quick post about two of my most favorite topics to discuss; I am ecstatic there is an entire month dedicated to them. Did you guys know that May Is National Mental Health Awareness Month as well as National Masturbation Month? I won’t talk much on the latter of the two topics (IYKYK 👀😂🤫) but I do want to mention that sexual health is important and matters just as much as mental health.

Music: Best of Mariah Carey

Mariah Carey is a singer, songwriter and actress from New York who has been sharing her musical talents with the world for over three decades. Her genres include R&B, pop, hip-hop and soul; to date Mariah Carey has released 15 studio albums including two holiday albums. Mariah released her first studio album in June of 1990 titled Mariah Carey.

Visiting Texas: Fun Annual Events in Dallas

One of my favorite cities to visit in Texas is Dallas. If you’re thinking about visiting Dallas and need more reasons to do so, check out these fun annual events taking place in the Dallas area.

SPRING/SUMMER
North Texas Irish Festival -Annual celebration of the Irish culture.

Fort Worth Food + Wine Festival -

Dallas Blues Festival -

Deep Ellum Arts Fair -

Dallas International Film Festival -

Scarborough Renaissance Festival -

Wildflower Arts & Music Festival -

Fan Expo Dallas - 

Water Works Water Park -Summer Time Water Works Park - 2400 Long Rd, Denton, TX 76208

Riverfront Jazz Festival -

DFW Restaurant Week -

FALL/WINTER
Lone Star Family Farm- It’s about 1.5 hours outside of Dallas, the farm is only open to the public during the Fall. Located at 4199 Highway 67 Stephenville, TX 76401
State Fair of Texas - The fair is held annually in the fall at 3921 MLK Jr Blvd. Dallas, TX 75210

Oktoberfest Dallas -

Dallas Fan Festival -

Harambee Festival -

Dallas Korean Festival -

Around the World From Home: 7 Interesting St. Patrick's Day Facts

Haigh (hi) Butterflies! Like so many others, I've participated in the fun traditions that are apart of the "St. Patrick's Day" holiday for as long as I can remember but the only thing I truly knew until recently was 1) it's always celebrated on the 17th day of March and 2) you have to wear green to avoid being pinched. This year I decided to do some research about this green holiday and here’s what I've learned...

Women Inventors Who Improved Travel

Did you know that a woman invented some of the auto features we use in our cars? It’s Women’s History Month and this year for International Women’s Day (March 8th) we are celebrating female inventors who helped advance travel, making it a little safer for everyone to get from point A to point B.

Around the World from Home: Celebrating Mardi Gras & Creole Culture in Texas

Celebrating Mardi Gras and the Creole/Cajun Culture is something I look forward to every year; the festivals, the food, the music and the atmosphere in general is why so many people are intrigued by the culture. In the Big Easy (New Orleans) Mardi Gras celebrations usually began in January and end in February or the first week in March depending on what date Shrove Tuesday falls on. Shrove Tuesday, also know as Mardi Gras or Fat Tuesday is the Tuesday before Ash Wednesday.

Visiting Texas: The Harlem Globetrotters 2024 World Tour Comes to Texas + Save Up to 20%

HARLEM GLOBETROTTERS 2024 WORLD TOUR - PRESENTED BY JERSEY MIKE'S SUBS | Looking for a family outing that everyone will enjoy? Make plans to take the whole family to the Harlem Globetrotters 2024 World Tour. The Globetrotters are bringing world-class basketball showmanship to arenas all over the U.S. and 25+ other countries and you don't want to miss your chance to be a part of the world-famous Harlem Globetrotters global tour as they take the court with moments of extreme basketball innovation and unparalleled fan FUN!