Dispatches from the Road: 24 Hours in New Orleans

'In New Orleans, culture doesn’t come down from on high, it bubbles up from the streets.' — Ellis Marsalis If you have been a long time follower/reader, this will come as no surprise, but I can be kind of spontaneous and just hit the road to see/do/experience something cool. Well, my trip to New Orleans … Continue reading Dispatches from the Road: 24 Hours in New Orleans

Adventures in the American West: 36 Hours in Las Vegas

‘Don’t underestimate the things that I will do’-Adele The entire reason for this Christmas Road Trip was seeing Adele at Caesar's Palace for Christmas! I was lucky enough to snag a ticket with the general sale for Christmas Eve and what better way to celebrate the holiday season then with one of the greatest vocalists! … Continue reading Adventures in the American West: 36 Hours in Las Vegas

Adventures in the Southwest: Carlsbad Cavern National Park

'...Something that should not exist in relation to human beings. Something that is as remote as the galaxy, incomprehensible as a nightmare, and beautiful in spite of everything.'-Ansel Adams As I have mentioned in a few posts, I love a cave, which is ironic as I am scared of the dark but something about underground worlds … Continue reading Adventures in the Southwest: Carlsbad Cavern National Park

Adventures in Canada: The Icefields Parkway

'In all things of nature there is something of the marvelous.' – Aristotle The Icefields Parkway is widely considered one of the most beautiful roads in the world. It runs between the towns of Banff and Jasper and cuts through their respective national parks. It offers stunning views of the Canadian Rockies, glaciers, and glacial … Continue reading Adventures in Canada: The Icefields Parkway

Adventures in Canada: Jasper and Banff National Parks

“The clearest way into the Universe is through a forest wilderness.” – John Muir I had decided to visit Jasper and Banff National Parks (Canada and country 26!) in the spring before I had even thought about leaving Spokane. Then I got an amazing opportunity and accepted a job in West Texas. I kid you … Continue reading Adventures in Canada: Jasper and Banff National Parks