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
roadtrips
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
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
The World is a Noisy Place
I saw the title of this article and had to click on it. I found that it is basically getting into your surroundings and becoming a part of them. It’s pretty much how I travel and have for a long time. Nothing new for me but apparently it is for many and it’s not easy. … Continue reading The World is a Noisy Place
Unbelievable; Going Camping?
This morning it was 60°F colder than yesterday morning. And, to celebrate this momentous occasion, the one they call “Mother Nature” decided to also decorate for the festivities with a little dusting of snow. Yep…from nearly 80°F on Monday to 13°F this morning. Records broken, damn snow, slickness and just too damn cold. Yesterday afternoon … Continue reading Unbelievable; Going Camping?
