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 […]
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 MoreThe Smokey Mountains
Vineyards, Mist, and a Mountain Called Clingman We ventured out of Lexington, Kentucky, winding our way through lush valleys and green-blanketed mountains until we arrived in Maryville, Tennessee, at our next Harvest Host location: Pleasant […]
Read MoreGoodbye Indiana: The Bourbon Trail
Badass Beginnings, Bourbon Barrels, and Parking Lot Views Today was the big day—we officially moved out of Indiana. No tears, just a touch of sadness, a dash of apprehension, and a […]
Read MoreCoffee Time: The Story Of The Ill-fated Vue
Shortly after we moved to Indiana, primarily to escape the dreadful, tar-like brew dispensed by the cafeteria’s “coffee” machine, we finally joined the ranks of civilized society and bought our first Keurig. […]
Read MoreHikes and Bikes
Gary, our sons, and I have always loved to hike. Our years living in New Hampshire and multiple cross-country road trips proved that we could eagerly tackle just about anything—mountains, hills, canyons, and even […]
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