It was a sleepless night last night, brought on by frequent thunder & lightning. The dogs slept through it but I sure couldn’t. I got the dogs taken care of and then started putting a few things away to leave. Dave came over for an espresso so we talked over coffee. He left for breakfast … Continue reading April 28th, 2024 – Crowder State Park, Trenton, MO
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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
Apps for Travel
I want to talk today about some apps I use that I find to be very handy. I have mentioned these previously but wanted to mention them again. In our pockets/purses/backpacks are some pretty powerful travel items - our smartphones. We can get information we need most anytime and anyplace in the world. We can … Continue reading Apps for Travel
March 22nd, 2024 – Atchison State Fishing Lake
I went on a fact-finding mission today. I have been looking at camping options for trips. Unfortunately, here in the Midwest there’s not much as far as public lands like National Forests for dispersed camping. I really miss that since it’s all I have known since moving to CO in 1996. It’s mostly private campgrounds … Continue reading March 22nd, 2024 – Atchison State Fishing Lake
