February 22nd, 2025 – Cologne, Germany to Amsterdam, The Netherlands


We got up and around after a relaxing night. It was really good to not be in airplanes and rushing around airports. We did a little walking around then went to the Köln Hauptbanhof - the main train station that is right outside the cathedral. We got something for breakfast inside the station and found … Continue reading February 22nd, 2025 – Cologne, Germany to Amsterdam, The Netherlands

February 20th/21st, 2025 – Back to Europe!


Boston in the rear view mirror! I said I had a big post for my blogging return, so here ya go! (I did not write anything down while on this trip so I am going strictly by memory, and that could be a real challenge in Prague and especially Amsterdam!) I went with a friend … Continue reading February 20th/21st, 2025 – Back to Europe!

April 3rd, 2025 – Weston Bend State Park, Weston, MO


I have an app for hiking trails and got a good deal on the Pro version so I upgraded. I have used it in the past on trails and it is very handy. It will record your trip and you can post pictures & review your hike on it. Since I upgraded the app, I … Continue reading April 3rd, 2025 – Weston Bend State Park, Weston, MO

Word of the Day; Been Busy; Scotty; New Toy


I learned a new word today and I think it’s absolutely hilarious. The word? “Touron”. It is a combination of “tourist” and “moron”. It was used to describe the asshats (another favorite term…) who think they can just walk up and pose for vanity shots for IG with the wild animals in Yellowstone. So damn … Continue reading Word of the Day; Been Busy; Scotty; New Toy

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