Holy History...not necessarily literally...just that there was a lot of it. And I dig that stuff. Close second to science. I really dig that science stuff. I had no idea and I was so impressed. So was Beau. Which is not always easy. He tolerates and supports my travel goals...but sometimes he's less enthusiastic than I'd like … Continue reading #4 and #5 Savannah and Charleston
Category: adventure
#3 Sunrise and Swim
As many of you know, I have this crazy bucket list. One of my "things" is visiting all 50 states before I'm 50. While it's ambitious, I'm confident I can get it done. I mean an average of 3.45 states per year is no biggie...drop in the bucket really. What most of you may not … Continue reading #3 Sunrise and Swim
#2 Climbing a Mountain
I know that you are eagerly awaiting my 40 before 40 blogging (ha)...so I will give in and keep you waiting no longer... Adventure #2: Hike to Mount Pilchuck Lookout. http://www.wta.org/go-hiking/hikes/mount-pilchuck I shall tell this story in photos and reflections. And cheesy analogies. And quotes from the mountain. Reflection #1: Bring your own toilet paper. Better yet...don't … Continue reading #2 Climbing a Mountain
#1 Adventure
It's my birthday. Woohoo! I'm 39 today. All this talk and here it goes...my 40 before 40 adventure list started today. You're wondering what the heck did I start with. Here's a clue. Yep, I did it. I got my nose pierced. I know what you're thinking. This mid-life crisis thing is hitting her hard … Continue reading #1 Adventure
40 before 40
We all have those moments. The ones that stand out more than others. I was 17. I had just graduated from high school. The year was 1995. My mom, who was 38 years old at the time, was celebrating her 20th high school reunion. She graduated in 1975...exactly 20 years before me. My mom insisted that … Continue reading 40 before 40