Port Townsend, Washington, is a beautiful coastal town on the Puget Sound. Home to Fort Worden, an old army installation which is now host to music and art festivals, conferences, recreation and camping, it’s one of our favorite places we’ve stayed.
Read MoreNames usually mean something, and I really enjoy learning the origin of city and town names and places. There is a reason that someone decided to name a town Hell, Michigan, Muleshoe, Texas, or Truth or Consequences, New Mexico.
Read MoreWhen a friend from Canada found out we were traveling through Charleston, South Carolina, the first thing she said was, “You’ve got to get the Benne Wafers.” I had no idea what they were, but wrote it down (phonetically - bennywafer) so I wouldn’t forget.
Read MoreStop and think for a minute - when is the last time - if ever - you used a payphone in a booth to make a call?
Read More“…Does anyone know where the love of God goes when the waves turn the minutes to hours…”
Read MoreA hidden part of Northern California history lies just a short distance west of U.S. 101 where it crosses the Klamath River.
Read MoreReally, one of the most fascinating parts of U.S. history that I never learned about in school or read in the history books.
Read MoreSlot canyons are prevalent throughout the Southern Utah “Color Country”, but they can be elusive.
Read MoreIt sure feels good to be well-organized and ready to tackle whatever may come.
Read MoreThe drive up Pikes Peak is astounding and well worth it. The donuts on top are supposed to be just as incredible.
Read MoreExperience what it was like to be a miner back in the day at this historic gold mine, 1000 feet underground.
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