Stephen and I have met, and kissed, an elephant before in Bali. But meeting a smaller, Asian elephant without tusks at the zoo was a very different experience than meeting a male, African elephant with tusks who, while tame, is still very free range in charge of his own … [Read more...] about Elephant Kisses – Meeting Tswale In South Africa
Visiting 5 Museums & More In Washington, DC
Stephen and I have been wanting to get back to Washington, DC to see the National African American Museum of History and Culture, the National Museum of the American Indian and more. We had tickets to go to the Harry Potter Forbidden Forest exhibit in Leesburg, VA at the end of … [Read more...] about Visiting 5 Museums & More In Washington, DC
The Story Of John Brown At Harpers Ferry, WV
We went to West Virginia in year 2 of the road trip - primarily for Bridge Day - but one area that we missed was Harpers Ferry. I figured out that while staying in Sterling, VA in November 2022 we'd only be an hour from Harpers Ferry National Historical Park, so this would be the … [Read more...] about The Story Of John Brown At Harpers Ferry, WV
A Historic Day Out In Dover, DE
We've talked about serendipity before on the road trip - how it's created some great memories - and my day out in Dover, DE was no different. I left Lewes with a plan - go to Dover to see the Capitol building, the old State House and then move on to Wilmington to visit the … [Read more...] about A Historic Day Out In Dover, DE
A Day In Hershey, PA At Hershey Chocolate World – Hit or Miss?
Did you know that the only place that exists as "Hershey, PA" is the post office in that town!? The rest is the Derry Township in Dauphin County, Pennsylvania. Overview Wait, what!? I know - my mind was blown too! This is just one of the cool facts you learn on the Trolley Tour … [Read more...] about A Day In Hershey, PA At Hershey Chocolate World – Hit or Miss?
Here’s My RAGBRAI Training Plan & 10 Top Tips
When I signed up for RAGBRAI (the Register's Annual Great Bicycle Ride Across Iowa), I knew I'd have to train. However, I really didn't give any real thought to how much time it would take. My whole life ended up revolving around training for RAGBRAI in the months leading up … [Read more...] about Here’s My RAGBRAI Training Plan & 10 Top Tips
RAGBRAI 2022 (Part 2): That Time I Rode 462 Miles Across Iowa On My Bicycle
Welcome back to the next installment to my RAGBRAI 2022 adventure. Part 1 can be found here, but just in case you'd like to continue on I'll give you a short recap and glossary of terms that may help as you read. Quick Recap RAGBRAI is the Register's Annual Great Bicycle Ride … [Read more...] about RAGBRAI 2022 (Part 2): That Time I Rode 462 Miles Across Iowa On My Bicycle
RAGBRAI 2022 (Part 1): That Time I Rode 462 Miles Across Iowa On My Bicycle
I feel like I have so much to say about riding RAGBRAI this summer and yet, no words seem to adequately convey the experience. I'll do my very best to share with you my experiences and feelings throughout the week and how I'm feeling looking back (I can't believe it was now … [Read more...] about RAGBRAI 2022 (Part 1): That Time I Rode 462 Miles Across Iowa On My Bicycle
Top 6 Ideas For A Great Girl’s Weekend In Chicago, IL
Before heading to Europe for a month this summer, my mom and I spent 4 days together in Chicago to have a joint early birthday celebration and to see Elton John on his farewell tour. Here's our best things from that time that could make a great girl's weekend for anyone! 1) … [Read more...] about Top 6 Ideas For A Great Girl’s Weekend In Chicago, IL
A Day & Late Night At Henry Doorly Zoo In Omaha, NE
There's no way this short post can do justice to one of the top 5 zoos in the world, but I'll give a glimpse into the magic so you know what to expect when you're near Omaha, Nebraska so you can visit Omaha's Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium. Being a big enthusiast for well-run … [Read more...] about A Day & Late Night At Henry Doorly Zoo In Omaha, NE