Dishing My Own Favorites Today – “What’s In My Bag”

My husband surprised me with a trip to Nevis, West Indies for our 20th anniversary this month, so we are off to experience Nevis and St Kitts on Saturday. We were slated to go to Nevis 10 years ago, and we disappointed when the trip fell through, so you might say this trip has long been anticipated.

Nevis is a small island located in the West Indies, with beautiful beaches, so we plan to enjoy a private cabana on the beach during the morning and transition to the pool in the afternoon. I love the beach and the pool equally so to be able to split my day between both is paradise.

I decided to share what’s in my bag today. I’m in need of a getaway. I have had an extremely stressful week for me. We lost a dear friend this week and at first we thought of canceling our trip but the more we thought about it, travel seemed like the perfect way to honor his memory. So with that being said, let me share what I’m packing for my trip. Here’s “What’s In My Bag” and other summer favorites!

1. Do you go to the beach or the pool?

I love the beach, but I also love the pool, so it is a toss up, but the beach probably wins by a slim margin. What‘s your favorite beach? My favorite beach is Topsail Beach. My grandfather built a family house there in 1968, so I have been going to this beach since I was a little girl. We began summering at Topsail 15 years ago. It is a community of lovely people. My parents and brother’s families have houses here, and my sister, and I share a house. It is the only time of the year my kids get to spend any time with my family, so that is why it is a special place to me and why I love it.

2. What‘s your favorite beach /pool bag?

I love slim can pink grapefruit Perrier. I order this by the cases from Amazon because I hate dragging heavy things into the beach house. The UPS guy puts it at my front door. So easy! I also love Sophia Coppola Champagne in six pack when I can find it. The cute little cans come with a sippy straw and are perfect for cocktails on the beach at sunset. Look for those at your local grocer.

12. Favorite summer activity

My family summer activity is gathering with my family for dinner at my parent’s house. Everyone brings a dish, so the food is bountiful. My nephews and nieces say grace and entertain us by dancing after dinner. There are as many as 25 and sometimes up to 45 who gather to share the meal. It reminds me of my childhood.

Thanks for checking in today! I have a treat for you next week on “What’s In My Bag” so make sure to check in next Wednesday to find out who is sharing their secrets!

We leave Saturday morning for Nevis. If you are interested in following along to see “real time” photos of the island, make sure to follow me on instagram. I am getting my work and my blogging in order, so hopefully I will be unconnected for the most part, but I will be posting on instagram here. We have lots of fun activities planned. I can’t wait!