Dr. Shirley Jackson Lewis Latimer Henrietta Lacks Nathan Green These are the names of African Americans who changed history and you probably don't know their names. I didn't. Their legacies have been lost to years of history told by Caucasians which often excludes the … [Read more...] about Experiencing The Founder’s Tour At The “Uncle Nearest” Green Distillery In Shelbyville, TN
The National Civil Rights Museum At The Lorraine Motel In Memphis, TN
Over 400. That's the number of pictures I took at The National Civil Rights Museum at the Lorraine Motel in Memphis, TN. That's not even snapping half of the things we saw as it's a huge museum that would take days to fully explore. We went one afternoon and took in as much … [Read more...] about The National Civil Rights Museum At The Lorraine Motel In Memphis, TN
Christmas Town At Busch Gardens With Review Of Country Inn & Suites In Williamsburg, VA
If you've followed our blog for any length of time, you'll notice that Stephen does the reviews. I don't really want to and I'm sure I would get bored trying to meet the high standard he has set for us all. That being said, sometimes I go and do things without Stephen - shock! … [Read more...] about Christmas Town At Busch Gardens With Review Of Country Inn & Suites In Williamsburg, VA
Some Radio Silence At The Green Bank Observatory In West Virginia
When you want to go to Green Bank Observatory, make sure you download your map beforehand. That's because Green Bank Observatory is in the center of the NRQZ (National Radio Quiet Zone) and the closer you get, the quieter it is. They work with the community to maintain as … [Read more...] about Some Radio Silence At The Green Bank Observatory In West Virginia
Horseback Riding With Mountain Trail Rides In Davis, WV
When we were heading to Texas, I really wanted to go horseback riding. This was actually a surprising revelation. I love to look at and pet horses, particularly their noses, but I'm not much one for riding them. I went to a summer camp every year as a child and rode horses, … [Read more...] about Horseback Riding With Mountain Trail Rides In Davis, WV
Howl-o-ween Dog Trick-or-Treat At The West Virginia Botanic Garden In Morgantown, WV
Oftentimes when we stay at hotels they list local events in the lobby. Never have we been so excited to see a listing than the Howl-o-ween Dog Trick-or-Treat at the West Virginia Botanic Garden. This was the first year they offered this event and it was just pawfection. … [Read more...] about Howl-o-ween Dog Trick-or-Treat At The West Virginia Botanic Garden In Morgantown, WV
Our Day Trip Around New River Gorge National River – A National Park Site
Even though Bridge Day 2019 was a little chilly at times, it was sunny all day and so we got a great view of everything going on. The day after Bridge Day, we planned to go back to the New River Gorge, take the Fayette Station Road, and see more of the New River Gorge National … [Read more...] about Our Day Trip Around New River Gorge National River – A National Park Site
Order Your 2020 No Home Just Roam & Truffles Travels Calendars!
It's that time of year again!! Last year we produced two calendars for readers to buy: No Home Just Roam calendar featuring photos from our travels around the US during 2018 Truffles Travels calendar featuring photos of our photogenic pup enjoying those travels with … [Read more...] about Order Your 2020 No Home Just Roam & Truffles Travels Calendars!
A Quick Guide To The Historic Triangle (Jamestown, Williamsburg & Yorktown) In Virginia
One of the best things about visiting (or living in) Hampton Roads is that you're surrounded by history. The Historic Triangle - Jamestown, Williamsburg and Yorktown - is a great way to see three historic locations. Historic Jamestowne This is one of my favorite things to do … [Read more...] about A Quick Guide To The Historic Triangle (Jamestown, Williamsburg & Yorktown) In Virginia
Visiting Historic Jamestowne In Virginia
"You just have to go to Jamestowne. You're English, it's the first permanent English settlement and I haven't been in years and years. It's kinda hokey* with everyone dressed up and stuff, but you gotta go!" What I'm about to reveal is an ongoing source of amusement and … [Read more...] about Visiting Historic Jamestowne In Virginia