Wine and Spirits Travel

A sampling of photographs from the 25th Anniversary of the Field of Dreams, which I had the honor to attend this past weekend in Dyersville, Iowa. It's going to take a while to sort through the photos (and videos) on my camera, but check back for more stories (here and on other outlets) and memories. Among those in attendance pictured are Kevin Costner, Timothy Busfield, Dwier Brown, Glendon Rusch, Colin Egglesfield, Bret Saberhagen, Kristy Swanson, Bob Costas -- and me! As a Mets fan, I loved a chance to talk with Bret Saberhagen.  While there were 7,000 people on day one, it never seemed crowded. Dwier Brown, Timothy Busfield and Kevin Costner had fun during the Q&A. Could have talked to Colin Egglesfield all day about All My Children, his latest roles, and the all his Midwest connections.  "Buffy the Vampire Slayer" star Kristy Swanson came with her husband, hockey player Lloyd Eisler. Timothy Busfield spent a lot of time catc

Despite the fact that I only live a few hours away, it had been years since I spent any time in St. Louis. The opportunity came up when Mom was visiting me and I didn’t have to think twice about it. Mary and Donna at the St.Louis Tourism Board worked hard to set up a girls’ getaway itinerary and it couldn’t have been better. The trip was a quick and easy two and a half hours to the Four Seasons St. Louis . I had heard a lot about this property, which has shown up on multiple lists as a top accommodation in the country.  I certainly got that impression from the moment we stepped out of the car. The hotel was beautiful and the staff quite attentive. We had a one bedroom, two bath suite with a phenomenal view of the Gateway Arch. It also had the touches I appreciated in a top tier hotel, such as thick and comfortable robes and L’Occitane bath amenities, but something I wish more hotels on this level would offer, complimentary internet. We only had a few minut