This afternoon we took some time to go exploring. Nothing major. No big road trip. No elaborate plans or destination. Just a brief side trip after work and before it got dark. Sometimes those spontaneous trips are the best. So how do you prepare to be “spontaneous”? Here are a few things you need to…
Sometimes you just have to step back in time and get a glimpse of how life used to be. Recently we were on a family road trip with grandparents and they pulled off the side of the road to walk into RM Brooks Store near Historic Rugby. The kids weren’t quite sure about this but…
There are many natural arches in Kentucky but one of our favorites is located in McCreary County. There is so much to do in McCreary County and I have blogged about many of the amazing sites! From Dog Slaughter Falls, Blue Heron Mining Community, Devils Jump Overlook, Cumberland Falls and more, you just can’t do…
We love finding and revisiting places with amazing overlooks! Devil’s Jump Overlook is located just a few minutes from the Blue Heron Mining Camp in Big South Fork National Recreation Area. This overlook offers an amazing view of the Cumberland River! Some of our hikes are too long or have too many steps for people…
For the past 2 years, I have had the opportunity to do some solo travel for work. I have been to New York City, Minneapolis, Northwest Arkansas, flown through Houston, Nashville, Louisville and even gotten stranded in Chicago overnight. Though I don’t travel as much as some of you, I do know one thing –…
Have you ever been on a vacation and ended up finding an absolute jewel? That’s what happened when we took our 2600 Mile Road Trip this summer. We weren’t sure what to expect when we planned a stop in Portsmouth, New Hampshire but we loved our visit! If you are looking for a quaint little…
We are living in a very politically charged world. With the upcoming presidential election, recent events in major cities and strong opinions on all sides, it is important that we raise our children and teens in an atmosphere that will prepare them to become leaders in society. How to raise Politically Aware Teens Talk: The…
When you visit a new area there are some basic questions that you must get answered. You need to know where to stay, where to eat and what to do. Plus, it’s always helpful if you have a few backup ideas for fun things to experience. Today I’m sharing our favorite restaurant on Lake Erie,…
Where can you get the best view of Manhattan? When you visit New York City, you simply must take the time to visit the Brooklyn Heights Promenade. Whether you are in Brooklyn morning, noon or night, the Promenade offers amazing views of Manhattan, the Brooklyn Bridge and even the Statue of Liberty. Visiting Brooklyn Heights…