While we all agree that 2020-21 has been a wild ride, I have found it beneficial to focus on the good things that have happened, rather than the obvious challenges. One of our highlights was camping in the Eastern Sierras…
4 Camping Basics for Newbies
So you’ve decided camping sounds like a great adventure. You’re off to the mountains to find awesome views and enjoy the fresh air away from civilization. Are you familiar with primitive camping basics for newbies? If you aren’t, you could…
Are You Preparing for Travel Soon?
Are you preparing for travel soon? If you’re like me, you may be chomping at the bit to get out and see more of the world. It’s been hard to find a way to cure the travel bug. Well, I…
Holland America’s Ready for a Cruise — Are You?
Holland America is ready for a cruise — are you? In fact, their first cruise in over 19 months departs tomorrow from San Diego! As you can imagine, Holland America has been waiting for this day for a long time.…
Postcard from Dollywood
I recently received a new postcard — this time, from Melody Pittman of the travel blog called Wherever I May Roam. It’s always fun to receive postcards, and I’m happy to share any postcards I receive on my blog so…
Visit a Pumpkin Patch in San Diego
Wherever you are, fall is a wonderful time of the year. It’s time to bake apple pies and pumpkin spice cookies, rake leaves, and get out your sweaters and scarves. Unless you live in San Diego, where it’s still over…
Utah’s Alpine Loop Scenic Byway
Utah’s Alpine Loop Scenic Byway may be one of Utah’s best kept secrets. You often hear about Utah’s southern National Parks: Zion, Arches, Capitol Reef, and more. While there are no national parks along the Alpine Loop, there are many…
Review of Piacere Mio Italian Restaurant in San Diego
Another Friday night. Another date night. My husband and I have lived in San Diego since 1989. Every weekend we go out on a date. Sometimes it is challenging to find something we haven’t already done many times, but we…