LIFE UPDATE: I’m my own boss! I made the decision this month to take my writing and freelance work full time and focus on running Wanderlust on a Budget as my own business. This gives me the opportunity to set my own schedule, be able to travel more, and most importantly be there on a moment’s notice for friends and family when they need it. In the time since I made that decision, here’s what has happened: - I’ve been invited on a press trip highlighting the culture of the Mohawk community with @akwesasnetravel - I met the owner of @42northbrewing and planned an overnight at the brewery bed & breakfast. - I’ve had two more articles commissioned for @craftbeerdotcom - I’ve continued managing the social media for @fullboarcraft and @keukabrewingco, sampling and photographing some great beer! (Go give them a follow 😉) - I’m developing an ongoing partnership with @hauntedhistorytrailofnys to highlight locations year round. - and there’s plenty more in the works! I can’t wait to share even more of my newest adventure with you 💕 . . #girlboss #girlbosslife #freelance #freelancewriter #freelancing #freelancelife #wanderlust #socialmediamanager #syracuse #cuse #newyork #newyorkstate #livingthedream #upstate #upstateny #beerblogger #travelblogger #newyorkblogger #travelwriter #proudmoment #newadventure #beyourownboss #thisisupstate #upstatenewyork #newyorkstate #fingerlakes #fingerlakesny #flx #mentalhealthawareness #womenownedbusiness #womenowned

I can’t believe we are halfway through October and I haven’t talked about breast cancer awareness month. 💕💕 This is another one of the causes it is very near and dear to my heart because I watched my grandmother, my aunt, and then my mother all battle breast cancer. We were lucky enough that they all went into remission due to advances in research and medicine. But watching them go through treatments and helping them shave their heads from chemo we’re some of the hardest things I’ve ever had to do. I was so incredibly pleased on my most recent trip to @dellagoresortcasino to find out that they are offering special pink cocktails throughout the month of October. A dollar from each of the cocktails goes directly to the Carol M Baldwin @breastcancerresearchfund. It’s no surprise that we tried a few of them. 🍸 If you or someone you know is battling breast cancer, please know that my DMs are always open and I am here for you. 💕 . . #breastcancerawareness #breastcancerawarenessmonth #savethetatas #breastcancer #cancer #cancersucks #youarenotalone #yourenotalone #hopecny #october #carolbaldwinfoundation #dellagony #overcome #overcomeobstacles #upstatenewyork #thisisupstate #centralnewyork #visitcny #fingerlakes #flx #visitflx #visitfingerlakes #myflx #fingerlakesny #pink #pinkcocktail #drinkstagram

It’s prime salmon fishing weekend in Pulaski, NY! If you’re looking for something to do while enjoying the beautiful upstate fall foliage, head to @oswegocountyny to watch the anglers who travel from across the country to go salmon fishing New York. While you’re there, check out the @nysdec’s Salmon River Fish Hatchery (after it reopens from renovations) and take a hike at Salmon River Falls. Swipe to see the fish jumping in the river! . . #salmonriver #salmonfishing #flyfishing #anglers #anglerlife #pulaskiny #pulaski #fallfoliage #leafpeeping #october #nyblogger #newyorkstate #upstatenewyork #salmonseason #fishinglife #fishing #fishing🎣 #happyfallyall #autumnvibes #upstate #upstateny #thisisupstate #oswegocounty #oswego #oswegocountyny #iloveny #ipsyny #upstategirl

High tea is back at @thecompoundcny! 🫖 I had the best time tonight with @susief35 enjoying The Compound’s new and improved high tea. It’s now available to go! Pre-order your high tea by Thursday at midnight for pick up Friday evening. For $30, it makes the perfect meal to split for date night - or to indulge by yourself. Each week the high tea box features: A charcuterie sampler 4 specialty grilled cheese triangles A cup of soup A tea bag with two sides of honey 2 dessert grilled cheese triangles Fresh berries Cookies So much deliciousness in one box! Even better, the meats, cheeses, pastries, and other goodies are sourced locally from places like @jonesfamilyfarm, @syracusesaltco, @heidelberg_bread, @honey_and_salt_sweets, @northstarorchards, and @poststfarm. Next time you need an idea for Friday date night, preorder your dinner from @thecompoundcny and enjoy! #HighTeaVibes . . . #eatlocal #clinton #clintonny #hightea #highteaparty #teatime #teaparty #grilledcheese #cheesy #datenight #girlsnight #girlsnightout #supportlocal #thecompound #ocnewyork #iloveny #eatny #cameraeatsfirst #eeeeeats #upstate #upstateny #upstatenewyork #thisisupstate #ispyny #oneidacounty #charcuterie #eatlocalny

Happy #CiderDonutMonth! 🍎🍩 What’s your favorite place to go apple picking? Mexico, NY is the center of apple picking territory in Oswego County, and they’ve got some great orchards to visit! Check the latest on the blog to learn more about @ontarioorchards @behling_orchards and Appledale Orchards! 🍎🍏🍎🍏🍎 #applepicking #happyfallyall #autumnvibes #upstate #upstateny #thisisupstate #oswegocounty #oswego #oswegocountyny #iloveny #ipsyny #ciderdonuts #applecider #appleciderdonuts #ilovedonuts #ciderseason #appleseason #appleorchard #upstategirl

Spooky season is the best season! 👻🧟‍♀️🧙🏻‍♀️🧛🏻‍♂️🎃 This year @frightmarefarms is celebrating #10yearsoffear and the haunted park has gotten better every year. Tonight they are open for their only Sunday of the season, and you can get discount tickets at FrightmareFarms.com with code $5offsundayscream You’ve got to check it out this year because last night was the best time we have EVER had at Frightmare! @krockjosh and @krockcodymack from @krockcny were hiding in the haunts to provide extra scares, and the Witchy Women of the Finger Lakes were phenomenal! One of the reasons I love Frightmare so much is because they are a whole experience. There are actors to keep you on your toes while you wait in line, music, photo opps, spooky performances, and concessions. Inside the park you’ll find 3 haunted houses and a haunted hayride. And if you’ve been before, you’re always in for new scares! They change up the paths of the houses, the actors, the decor… even doing the same house twice in a row will provide two totally different experiences. It’s awesome 👻 Make sure you add Frightmare Farms to your Halloween bucket list this year. . . . #hauntedhouse #hauntedhouses #hauntedhayride #hayride #halloween #halloween2021 #hauntersagainsthate #frightmarefarms #iloveny #hauntedoswego #oswegocounty #oswegocountyny #upstate #thisisupstate #upstateny #spookyseason #spookyszn #areyouscared #flannelseason #haunted #hauntlife #haunting #syracuse #oswego #dontbescared #newyorkblogger

Raise your hand if you love eating at Rudy’s! This weekend is your last chance the year. Rudy’s closes for the season on Monday, October 11th. I mean, who doesn’t love a meal with a view? Located on the shores of Lake Ontario, Rudy’s is a longtime favorite of locals and visitors alike. Family owned since 1946, their recipes have been passed down for generations. Hamburgers, hot dogs, fried fish, chicken, and every other type of grilled or fried sandwich you can think of fill the menu. It may not be the healthiest option, but it’s one of the most delicious! So if you haven’t made it to Rudy’s yet this year, you better go this weekend! . . . #rudys #rudyslakeside #fishfry #seafood #lakeontario #oswego #oswegony #oswegocounty #upstate #upstateeats #upstatefood #endofsummer #localfavorite #eatlocal #supportlocal #dinnerwithaview #wheresyracuseeats #syracusefood #eeeeeats #cameraeatsfirst #centralnewyork #syracuse #freshfish #foodie #foodiesofinstagram #iloveny #newyorkstate #eater #discoverupny