The year started off with surprise family celebrations in Maryland and Virginia back to winter in Apache Junction, Arizona. Time in the Sonoran Desert brought desert hikes, wildlife encounters, sunsets over the Superstition Mountains, and a glimpse of the rare Cougar Shadow. Even with a few heal …

Just before leaving Peach Springs, AZ (where we left our motor home during our Big Adventure), we experienced a dusting of snow. It was time to get out of there! Driving past the San Francisco Peaks on our way to Clarkdale, AZ. Rain Spirit RV Resort in Clarkdale. I love the reflection! We explo …

Permits are scarce. Access is limited. And the reward is unlike anywhere else in the American Southwest. Our 4-day hiking trip into Havasu Canyon via the Havasupai Trail delivered turquoise waterfalls, remote desert beauty, and one of the most sought-after backpacking experiences near Grand Canyon N …

Our Colorado Adventures Begin  Part 1: From Limon to Silverton — Curvy Roads and Colorful Canyons After leaving Kansas, we were excited to arrive in Colorado! Our first overnight stop in CO was the small town of Limon.   I wouldn’t want to fall into this common cockle …

Scenic Lakes, Time with Friends & An Unexpected Tumble on Whiteface Mountain! After leaving Debbie’s home state of Maryland, we headed north to New York—and what a journey it was! From peaceful lakeside mornings in Harpursville to unexpected adventures in the Adirondacks, our travels …

Our journey from Wisconsin to New York was a mix of convenience, charm, and discovery. After leaving The Dells, we stayed at our first Love’s Truck Stop in Illinois, followed by a peaceful family campground in Ohio. Along the way, we caught up with friends, explored scenic Pennsylvania, and enjoyed …