Epic storms rolled through our nights on Wednesday and Thursday, complete with torrential rain, thunder, lightning, and winds gusting over 30 miles per hour. One night, a campground employee even handed us […]
Read MoreCape Hatteras and the Wright Brothers Memorial (OBX)
Tuesday There are three lighthouses on this stretch of coast, and climbing one was high on our “to do” list. Today, we tackled the iconic Cape Hatteras Lighthouse, which proudly […]
Read MoreCroatoan and Curtain Calls: A Day on Roanoke Island
Today we enjoyed a wonderfully sandy lunch after swimming in the ocean. It’s only mid-June, but the water was already surprisingly warm—inviting, refreshing, and the perfect way to spend a summer day. […]
Read MoreThe Outer Banks: Where The Sand Meets The Soul
Here’s a question for you: What do you call that place that lives in your heart and soul—the one that brings instant peace, that fills you up and makes you […]
Read MorePuddles, Patience, and the Poetry of Rain
Of the 29 days we’ve been on the road, no fewer than ten have been rainy. And yet, aside from our damp and decidedly fragrant shoes, Gary and I have found ourselves loving the rhythm […]
Read MoreAsheville, North Carolina: Biltmore & Chimney Rock
Climbing Rocks and Wandering Castles: Two Days in the Carolina Smokies The Carolina side of the Smoky Mountains is every bit as stunning as the Tennessee side. In fact, unless you’re staring […]
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