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Be a Quilt Volunteer – Where to Donate Quilts for Charity in 2026

Sharing my comprehensive list of 50 organizations that are happy to receive quilts, fabric and other sewing supplies, as well as ideas for local organizations where quilts can be donated

Do you love to quilt or sew but don’t know what to do with everything you make? Is your fabric stash getting unmanageably large? Do you have too many UFO’s (unfinished objects)? Do you have fabrics you are no longer thrilled with? Do you have bins full of scraps? Do you have too many quilt patterns you want to try?

If you are asking yourself, “Where can I donate quilts?”, there are a large number of organizations that are thrilled to receive finished quilts or quilting supplies. I’ve put together this comprehensive list of places to donate quilts to charity to make it easy for you.

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Washington DC Monuments – Where are the Women?

I went on a pilgrimage in Washington D.C. to find the monuments, sculptures, and memorial dedicated to women

Washington, D.C. is well known for its many beautiful monuments and memorials dedicated to the great leaders who helped shape the US. There are architectural wonders designed to honor George Washington, Thomas Jefferson, and Abraham Lincoln, among others. But what about the women?  With a little bit of effort and a lot of walking, I found the Washington, D.C. monuments, memorials, and statues dedicated to a few of the many ladies who helped shape this nation.

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Sailing Into the Sunset in the Med – A Detailed Star Clipper Review

Sailing on the Star Clipper from Athens to Malta was a unique cruise experience that took me to less visited ports in the Mediterranean

“On a day when the wind is perfect, the sail just needs to open, and the world is full of beauty,” Rumi

I have always wished that I had learned to sail a boat. But since I never did, a Star Clipper cruise indulged my inner sailor without all the hard work that goes into sailing a masted ship.

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A Taste of All the Discovery Princess Dining Options, Including the 360 Experience

On a recent cruise, I tried as many of the Discovery Princess dining choices as I could reasonably fit in one week, including the exciting new 360 experience.

As Princess Cruises’ newest Royal Class ship, the Discovery Princess is a popular choice for cruisers, and it offers itineraries to many of the cruise line’s most popular destinations.

On my recent sailing on this beautiful ship, I tried to fit in as many of the Discovery Princess’ dining options as I reasonably could in one week. This was quite the challenge for my waistline, but my taste buds certainly appreciated it.

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The Princess 360 Experience – A Performance for All the Senses

Sharing my review of the Princess 360 experience, a one-of-a-kind, immersive dining event that I recently took part in on both the Discovery Princess and the Enchanted Princess.

The secret is out!

The Princess Cruises 360 experience is no longer veiled in mystery and intrigue. Initially, this unique immersive dining “show” was by invitation only. But now, all guests sailing on the Discovery Princess and the Enchanted Princess can book this special event.

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All My Memorable Majestic Princess Dining Options Including the Chef’s Table

Sharing my all the Majestic Princess dining expereinces from my three week cruise across the Pacific.

I love sea days, which is why my cruises on the Majestic Princess were some of my most memorable.

I sailed on the Majestic Princess on a 21 day transpacific cruise from Los Angeles to Auckland, New Zealand, and also on a 14-day transatlantic cruise from Fort Lauderdale to Barcelona.  These were both wonderful cruises with lots of lazy sea days and plenty of time to just relax. For me, the Majestic was the perfect ship for such a long, laid-back trip.

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My Most Memorable Princess Cruise – A Complete Majestic Princess Review With Photos

In this extensive Majestic Princess review, I share my expereinces onboard after cruising twice on long repositioning cruises. I also share a lot of photos of one of my favorite Princess ships.

I’ve sailed on the Majestic Princess on two long repositioning cruises and have loved my experiences each time. The first time was a transpacific from Los Angeles to Auckland, and the second, most recent cruise, was a transatlantic from Fort Lauderdale to Barcelona.

The Majestic Princess has become one of my favorite Princess ships, and now, after its most recent drydock renovations, it’s even better.

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Dining Like a Princess – All the Regal Princess Dining Options Including the Chef’s Table Experience

In this Regal Princess dining review I share the many dining options available on a Regal Princess cruise, including my Chef’s Table experience

I certainly didn’t lack for food choices on my Regal Princess cruise. Good food is an important aspect of a cruising experience, and each person has their own idea of what constitutes a good meal.

I am somewhat of a foodie, but I also like a tasty burger and fries. With the many food options on board a Princess ship, I had no trouble finding something good to eat as I toured around the British Isles.

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Cruising Like a Princess – A Complete Regal Princess Cruise Review With Photos

In this Regal Princess cruise review I share my detailed expereinces on this beautiful Royal Class ship, including lots of photos.

I was lounging in a deck chair with an Irish coffee in hand, tucked under a cozy blanket, and watching a movie on the big screen as the sun set behind me.

I do not think of myself as a princess – quite the contrary. But occasionally, I do like being treated like one. For a little while, it’s nice to have someone else make my bed, cook my meals, and bring me a specialty drink when I am in the mood for one.

A cruise gives me all this and more. I love being on the water. I love feeling the ship’s gentle rocking under my feet. I love staring at the ocean and watching the sunshine play on the waves. And I love feeling and smelling the salty breeze when I am on deck. Being on a ship gives me a sense of serenity that I don’t normally feel when I am on land.

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