Road trip: Geocaching
Today, Dave and I declared that the official activity of the day would be geocaching. As it would turn out, it was everyone’s first time. It was cold and raining but we are all true outdoors-people and...
View ArticleRoad trip: Capitals
At one time in my youth I remember knowing all the state capitals. And I vividly remember my 4th grade trip to Michigan’s state capital in Lansing. We saw the two different chambers and got to stand...
View ArticleRoad trip: Tillamook Cheese Factory
I love cheese. Basic, simple cheese, like cheddar, swiss and jack. So visiting the Tillamook Cheese Factory has been at the top of the to do list for our road trip since we decided we were going to do...
View ArticleOff the grid
Aside from a few work trips that don’t really count, I’ve never traveled and explored alone. I don’t think I’ve even gone on a hike by myself. I decided today that that’s what I’m going to do this...
View ArticleRemember something important you’ve lost
Today’s Daily Post idea is to remember something important you’ve lost that you want to remember and think about. And write about it. In the last year, I’ve blogged on two occasions about material...
View ArticleRoad trip: Capitals
At one time in my youth I remember knowing all the state capitals. And I vividly remember my 4th grade trip to Michigan’s state capital in Lansing. We saw the two different chambers and got to stand...
View ArticleRoad trip: Tillamook Cheese Factory
I love cheese. Basic, simple cheese, like cheddar, swiss and jack. So visiting the Tillamook Cheese Factory has been at the top of the to do list for our road trip since we decided we were going to do...
View ArticleMonopoly update
Our passion for McDonald's Monopoly reached an all-time low yesterday. After finishing my meal and being disappointed with my new game pieces, Meagan caught me digging through the garbage looking for...
View ArticleWelcome to Charlotte
3,712 miles, 10 states and roughly 45 hours of driving later... we are finally in Charlotte, North Carolina! Other notable numbers: - Six nights in five different Motel 6's - One written speeding...
View ArticleMeagan’s road trip pictures
Meagan got her pictures posted from the road trip. I have to admit they actually show the journey a bit more than all my random shots. White Sands pictures are my favorite - both jumping and the...
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