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Admittedly, most kayak photos look remarkably alike, but here’s a small collection from my daytripping adventures. Read more
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So many of the small things that filled me with joy as a child are still here: lightning bugs flickering at dusk, cool waterfalls and streams rippling through the forest, watermelon on a summer afternoon Read more
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This is about as close to “roughing it” as I like to get. The sites are primitive, with a picnic table, a fire ring, a hand pump for water, and the ever-luxurious porta-potty. Read more
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Whether it’s an odometer, a birthday, or a graduation, milestones remind us that we’ve made progress. They mark where we’ve been and hint at what’s still ahead. Read more
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My second big adventure with Goldilocks had me rolling back to Florida and in search of manatees. Read more
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With every new place, I can feel my world stretching wider. Each small exchange adds another layer to how I understand the world. Read more
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If you ever plan to motor west, travel my way, take the highway that is best. Get your kicks on Route 66. Read more
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When I drove through the park entrance, a strong sense of déjà vu washed over me. It felt older than memory — almost ancient, like I’d known this place in another life. Read more
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I plugged in every device I owned, took a long hot shower, put food in the refrigerator, connected to the internet, and flipped through the endless supply of cable channels. Read more
Small van, big adventures