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Join Lori and Dr. Denise Nicholson on Bold Book of the Day to talk about her book, The Lori Factor.
Join Lori on Conversations with Eric and Stephen talking about how to bounce back from major setbacks, and continuing to move forward. Click the button to listen to her story on their podcast page.
It was a pleasure to be interviewed on the W4CY Radio Show. You will hear my interview with Marie Mason starting at the 27:00 minute mark 1ST COLUMN as I talk about my book (Hole to Whole: Journey To Hope And Transformation) and about Oola and how I can guide you to living your Oola Life.
“I am so excited to share with you a down to earth, real, heartwarming interview with Lori Bruton ! Lori is an author, speaker, coach, and ghostwriter. She will share her heart with you and her journey to author the book, Hole to Whole: Journey To Hope And Transformation” ~Karyn Meadows
Join Lori on Monetize Your Superpower with Vickie Gould International, LLC for an in depth interview about transformation.

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Here are published articles I wrote that will give you a flavor of my writing style. Enjoy!

The Queen of Hospitality

Travel Article for 585 Magazine

November 16, 2018 Lori Bruton

“D & R” stands for Don and “Rebel,” Nancy’s nickname, since she doesn’t like to do anything conventionally. The pair met when Don was driving a bus and saw Nancy in a yellow dress. Later, at a roller-skating rink, he asked her to skate. They eventually got married and had five children. “Don was brilliant,” Nancy says. “He was the one who created the sensory park for the [New York State School for the Blind in Batavia].”....

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7 Must-Try Batavia Restaurants | Best Restaurants in Batavia, New York

Travel Article for Foodie Flashpacker

By Lori Bruton November 23, 2022

Where in the world is Batavia, New York? It is located halfway between Rochester and Buffalo and not far from Niagara Falls. Batavia is known as the birthplace of Western New York. The Holland Land Office divided up property and sold it to early American settlers...

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New York Glamping in the Finger Lakes

Travel Article for Travel By Vacation Rental

Last Updated on July 7, 2023

Exploring the magnificent Finger Lakes region of New York, I discovered that camping and luxury can coexist in one place. I know, it sounds like an oxymoron, but it’s true. New York glamping...

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Explore History at this Ithaca, New York Bed and Breakfast

Travel Article for Travel By Vacation Rental

Last Updated On September 20th, 2022

Oh, the stories these walls inside my favorite Ithaca New York bed and breakfast could tell. Local lore claims that during Prohibition the owners of the Rogues Harbor Inn had a blue parrot that sat on the porch asking guests, “Would you like a cold cup of tea?” If they said yes, the proprietor would bring a teapot full of whiskey up from the cellar...

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Historical Firsts on the Line of Freedom in Manteo, North Carolina

Travel Article for The Outer Banks
By Lori Bruton on Jan. 19, 2023

The Manteo Historic Walking Tour left a lasting impression on me during a visit to the Outer Banks in the fall. Retired police chief Francis D’Ambra made the area’s remarkable history come alive sharing intriguing stories while escorting my group along the charming streets of Manteo...

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A Foodie Experience in the Outer Banks of North Carolina

Travel Article for The Outer Banks
By Lori Bruton on Feb. 24, 2023

I’ll always remember Chef Wes Stepp’s warm welcome as I sat down for dinner at his NC Coast Grill & Bar on the waterfront in Duck, North Carolina – as warm as the splendid sunset I enjoyed moments prior from the restaurant’s patio...

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5 Must-Try Greer SC Restaurants | Best Restaurants in Greer SC

Travel Article for Foodie Flashpacker
By Lori Bruton on November 22, 2022

Greer is in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains. The City of Greer is at the border of Greenville and Spartanburg Counties.

The Blakely farmhouse was the first known house in Greer. Later, land lots were sold off. That’s when W.T. Shumate realized there was potential for a town around the train station. On your travels, be sure to stop by if you find yourself in South Carolina near Greer. Here are five eatery recommendations we’ve chosen for you...

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5 BEST UPSTATE NY LAKES: A FINGER LAKES ROAD TRIP

Travel Article for Wander With Wonder
By Lori Bruton on September, 2022

The saying, “Go jump in the lake,” can be taken literally when you visit the eleven Finger Lakes. I visited five favorites on my Finger Lakes Road Trip—Seneca, Cayuga, Keuka, Conesus, and Canandaigua. The name Finger Lakes has a great origin. According to Native American legend, the Great Spirit placed his hands on the land to bless it, creating his handprint on the land, thus the name Finger Lakes...

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Seven Must-Try Ithaca Restaurants | Best Restaurants in Ithaca NY

Travel Article for Foodie Flashpacker
By Lori Bruton on November 22, 2022

You’ll fall in love with Ithaca Falls and the surrounding area. It’s “gorges.” Located on Cayuga Lake, which is the longest lake in the Finger Lakes region of New York, are gorges and waterfalls, including Buttermilk Falls. Discover Ithaca Commons, a downtown pedestrian center featuring shops, galleries, and restaurants housed in historic buildings. There are trails to hike and places to explore. Ithaca, NY is home to Cornell University, art, fabulous food, festivals, and watersports. They have more restaurants per capita than New York City...

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7 Must-Try Greenville Restaurants | Best Restaurants in Greenville SC

Travel Article for Foodie Flashpacker
By Lori Bruton on July 21, 2023

Greenville SC is set among the picturesque foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains in the northwest corner of South Carolina. Home to the Greenville County Museum of Art, the exhibits tell the story of the area. Then venture out to see the parks, gardens, and waterfalls for your viewing pleasure and exploration. Local experts bring their personal passion and intimate knowledge on the Signature Experiences and Tours. Greenville Culinary Tours, At the Chef’s Table, brings you to some of the city’s most renowned kitchens to sample dishes that will fill your food journals with stars and keep you coming back for more. The Greenville Breakfast Tour is a great way to start your day. Here are the restaurants I recommend while you’re in Greenville SC...

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Purple Pony Blazes a Trail for Special Needs in Leroy

Travel Article for Genesee Valley Pennysaver

By Lori BrutonJan 20, 2023

A horse is a magnificent animal. Purple Pony is a magnificent therapeutic horsemanship program for those with special needs. It has been going strong for 18 years. Horseback riding at Purple Pony is exclusively for individuals with special needs. They do not offer able-bodied riding. People as young as 4 years old up to adulthood can take part in riding. No one ever ages out...

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7 Must-try Watkins Glen Restaurants | Best Restaurants in Watkins Glen, NY

Travel Article for Foodie Flashpacker
By Lori Bruton on November 18, 2022

Watkins Glen is located at the south end of Seneca Lake in the heart of the Finger Lakes region in upstate New York. This glacial lake region is noted for several state parks, scenery, camping, Bed & Breakfasts, wineries, and food (especially grapes). Seneca Lake pier is located in downtown Watkins Glen, NY, which is filled with locally owned restaurants, cafes, shops, and bars. You will work up an appetite after hiking and exploring Watkins Glen State Park. Let me share some food spots with you...

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Historic Stories That Need to Be Told about Hamlin’s CCC/POW Camp

Travel Article for Genesee Valley Pennysaver

By Lori Bruton Mar 30, 2023

Hamlin’s Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC)/Prisoner of War (POW) site is one of only 377 WWII Prisoner of War Branch Camp sites in the US and is the second largest German POW camp in Western NY. One of the top ten historical sites of its kind in the country, the campsite is on part of Hamlin Beach State Park, located East of the Southern park entrance behind an old farmhouse...

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Visit Seneca Park Zoo Otters

Travel Article for Genesee Valley Pennysaver

By Lori BrutonMay 18, 2023

May 31st is World Otter Day. Zoos around the world celebrate their otters. Rochester’s Seneca Park Zoo celebrates the whole weekend, with talks, demos, and videos throughout the days. Enjoy enrichment behind the scenes and check out the fundraiser for the River Otter Ecology Project. Watch as a zookeeper puts a canvas with paint next to it and uses food to incentivize the otters trekking through the paint to create a unique painting as the keeper slides the canvas under them...

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Best Restaurants in LeRoy, New York | 5 Must-Try Places

Travel Article for Foodie Flashpacker

By Lori Bruton September 4, 2023

Located on the eastern border of Genesee County, there is a picturesque community in Western New York called LeRoy. First settled in 1797, this village is nestled along the beautiful Oatka Creek. Situated about halfway between Buffalo and Rochester, stately Victorian homes line the streets in a quiet setting. LeRoy is conveniently located at the intersection of Routes 5 and 19, only three miles from Exit 47 of the NYS Thruway and the 490 Expressway into Rochester. This quaint, convenient location is also home to some great places to eat in LeRoy...

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