A Few Thoughts on Trailer Life


After the weather calmed down on Friday at Crowder, I was able to sit outside with the dogs and ponder. Ahh…outdoors. It does do so much good for the soul. As I was sitting there I started thinking about my Scotty Hilander trailer. I looked at my new trailer, thinking about the huge difference between … Continue reading A Few Thoughts on Trailer Life

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

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