April 26th, 2024 – Crowder State Park, Trenton, MO


It’s time for another adventure! My friends, Dave and Lori, and I have been trying to get out for a weekender for a few weeks now. This past week the weekend’s weather has not looked conducive to camping. Wednesday the forecast took a turn for the better so after a consult a last-minute “go!” was … Continue reading April 26th, 2024 – Crowder State Park, Trenton, MO

An Observation


I was watching a Steve Carrel movie called “Dan in Real Life” and they were leaving the ‘burbs for a weekend family gathering at the beautiful family lakeside cabin. You know…just like we all do. I took particular note of Dan packing the station wagon for the trip up with his daughters. Sure reminded me … Continue reading An Observation

Grrr…


I got the trailer water system wrapped up this morning, and wouldn’t you know…it is just in time for an updated forecast of some high wind, possible ice & a dusting of snow. Oh come on! FFS! As I was finishing up flushing the system I was a little concerned about the timing after seeing … Continue reading Grrr…

Travel Shows


If you’ve been following my blog for a while you know that my go-to travel host is chef Anthony Bourdain. I like the way he traveled - looking for experiences and not being a traditional tourist. I travel much like he does. I mentioned Rick Steves a few posts back. I do think he’s a … Continue reading Travel Shows

A Trip Along Southwest Boulevard in Kansas City


If you get to the Kansas City, the area around Southwest Boulevard on the very edge of downtown Kansas City, MO really has quite a bit to offer. There are many businesses from coffee to a brewery to restaurants to weed stores and many others. I will mention a few of those places that might … Continue reading A Trip Along Southwest Boulevard in Kansas City