When we were visiting Alaska and staying in Homer, we booked a small boat trip out on Kachemak Bay which is off the Kenai Peninsula. The beautiful part of this was that we were on a small boat with only the captain and one other Continue reading →
National Tribute Quilt – New York City
A visit to New York City is always an exciting time for me. The sights and sounds of the city intrigue me. On a trip in 2016 Chris and I visited the 9/11 Memorial . It was a sobering visit. I can honestly say that I have Continue reading →
Out and About in Homer, Alaska
Our stay in Homer,Alaska was only 3 nights but we packed a lot into it. Homer is on the shores of Kachemak Bay, home to the Halibut Fishing Capital of the World and also the City of Peonies. It was a lovely town and we Continue reading →
To B and B or Not to B and B
We have been home a few days from our Alaskan adventure and I am trying very hard to get back into the swing of things. For some reason I am struggling a bit but hey — I blame it on the change in sleep patterns. Continue reading →
Top Five
We are back from our fabulous trip to Alaska and it is hard to believe that we have to get out of vacation mode and back into being home mode. This week will be a busy one catching up on things and getting back into Continue reading →
The Way of the Pilgrims
If you know anything about the Camino de Santiago, you know that is is difficult but rewarding journey for those pilgrims who choose to walk part or all of the Camino. I know several people who have walked it and it is life changing. When Continue reading →
Sibling Time
My family is VERY important to me. My siblings have become increasingly vital to my life especially after the death of my mom in 2020. I see so many families who have real rifts and it just makes me sad. I can just not imagine Continue reading →
Elevation: 8,516 Feet
The Palm Springs Aerial Tramway did not disappoint. Chris and I jetted off for a few days of California sun and fun and one of our bucket list items was to visit the Palm Springs Aerial Tramway . We got an early morning reservation and Continue reading →
Time for Some Splaining
Our trip last week to Palm Springs and Yuma was fabulous. A little sun and a lot of warm weather was just what we needed. The first part of the trip we stayed in a hotel and then we stayed with my brother Mark for Continue reading →
If This Tree Could Talk
If only this tree could talk. What would it say? What has it seen over all the years that it has graced this property? . Located on a little street in Shalotte, North Carolina, this tree has probably been photographed a million times at least. Continue reading →