August 5th, 2025 – Better Weather; Trailer Repairs; Story Time with Shawn!; Meal Prep


I found this cicada while doing some yard work yesterday. He had just climbed out of his shell and was letting his wings dry so he could use them; that why he looks a bit odd. The weather had been so nice the last few days I have finally been able to get outside and … Continue reading August 5th, 2025 – Better Weather; Trailer Repairs; Story Time with Shawn!; Meal Prep

July 15th, 2025 – Free-styling While Traveling


I came across an article earlier today that really summed up travel well and thought it was worth sharing. It really made me recall the ‘18 trip and the experience of ending up where you go. As I have said before, there is a lot of BS out there for travel but this article’s website … Continue reading July 15th, 2025 – Free-styling While Traveling

July 6th, 2025 – Back Home


So, yeah…it was an early morning. Our trip east on I-90 started out 60° F, grey and wet. We were driving into this mess but it wasn’t too bad and the lightning put on a nice show in those grey clouds. Eventually it cleared off and we got out of the rain and into the … Continue reading July 6th, 2025 – Back Home

July 4th, 2025 – Rapid City, Day Two


We went for breakfast but it was horrible; so bad that our omelettes were obviously sitting for a long time (we waited probably 45 minutes in a Perkin’s that was not crowded) and mine was not even cooked through. I had to go find some healthier things to eat so I made a grocery run … Continue reading July 4th, 2025 – Rapid City, Day Two

June 21st, 2025 – Today’s Prompt


Which food, when you eat it, instantly transports you to childhood? A grilled cheese, made with ONLY Kraft Deluxe American cheese and real butter. Of course, back in the day, my mom used Wonder Bread - then the diet equivalent of a giant sliced glue stick - and made on the vintage General Electric griddle/waffle … Continue reading June 21st, 2025 – Today’s Prompt