Category: Midwest States
Americana, Street Art and Angel Wings in Abilene Kansas
I promised more fun in Abilene, so let’s explore this sweet small town dripping with all things Americana. If you’re following along on my cross-country road trip, our last stop on Day 4 was at the Eisenhower Presidential Library campus in Abilene, Kansas. The Merriam-Webster dictionary defines “Americana” as “materials concerning or characteristic of America, […]
Day 3 – Road Trip – Destination Manhattan Kansas
Did you know that there’s a city named Manhattan in Kansas? After my long drive across the state of Missouri, I followed Interstate 70 through Topeka, then soon turned north on State Route 177 toward Manhattan, Kansas. I hadn’t been able to find a suitable Airbnb closer to the interstate highway, but I was pleasantly […]
Dwight D. Eisenhower Presidential Library – Abilene Kansas
Abilene Kansas was a fun surprise on my cross-country road trip. On Day 4 of my cross-country solo road trip, my goal was to drive 443 miles (712 KM) from Manhattan, Kansas to La Junta, Colorado where my next lodging was booked. I expected to drive around 7 hours and was going to gain an […]
Where to Find Info About Historical Travel in the U.S.
I just stumbled on the ultimate source for interesting historical travel in the U.S.. I’m supposed to be doing something else right now, but I was so excited that I couldn’t wait to share it with you! I can’t believe I didn’t know about this before. Do you like Maritime History, American History, or Archaeology? […]
Our Ultimate USA Road Trip Itinerary
We’re about at the halfway point of our ultimate USA Road trip itinerary and I need to apologize for not blogging more. Did you miss me or did you follow along on Instagram or Facebook? I know that I didn’t share there every day either, but I’m really trying to balance being in the moment, […]
Missouri’s Best Foods, Parks & Road Trip Fun
On Day 3 of my crazy cross-country road trip, I drove from Cahokia, Illinois to Manhattan, Kansas. It was a pretty short driving day at about 5 1/2 hours. The majority of my day was spent driving across the state of Missouri. Here are some fun things that I found along the way, as well […]
My Crazy Cross-Country Road Trip – Planning
Who is crazy/stupid/reckless/irresponsible enough to plan a cross-country road trip in the middle of a pandemic? Well, while I don’t consider myself to be any of those things, the answer is a bit complicated…so here goes. I live in Virginia and I have a family member that lives in Arizona. For a variety of reasons, […]
Giving Back to the Planet With Wilderness Volunteers
Did you know that last year nearly 327 MILLION people from all corners of the globe visited America’s National Parks? I believe that’s because the United States (via the National Parks System) has set aside some of the most spectacular natural and historical locations on the planet and they’re right in your backyard. With recent budget […]
My Heart Aches for Fall Leaves
Seasons…those subtle changes in weather, light, and life that signal the turning of the page to a new adventure. Fall leaves, winter snowflakes, spring blossoms and summer fireflies, each shout of the arrival of transitions, the never-ending cycle of growth and new life. Growing up along the lake in northern Ohio brought crisp changes in […]
Where to Find the Best Burger in Ohio
I’m not sure I’d limit this accolade to the best burger in Ohio. It’s the best burger that I’ve had in years – anywhere! If you know me, you’ll know that I’m not one to declare much of anything “The Absolute Best”. I’m not a person of extremes. Generally in my rating book, something can […]
