When we look back we often revel in our luck. We broke out of prison. We were lifers, in for the long haul. You see, wwe bought into the script that had been laid out before us and were “paying our dues”, (this phrase would become akin to nails on a chalkboard for us). We … Read more
If you read our Ultimate Alaska Roadtrip blog, you know that at the very top of my list for Things I Must Do was to Kayak To and Climb on Glaciers. Basically up until this point, I was just scouring the Alaska MilePost Book looking for random glaciers that we could hike or paddle to. … Read more
I know, I know, you are emailing me, PM’ing me and even commenting on our social media posts … you’re going crazy being cooped up in your house with your kids. They, like mine, are destroying your house, eating all your food and complaining about “being bored”. I have some Creative Ways to Keep Your … Read more
Holy Week is nearly upon us and Christians the world over are mourning the loss of our mass and/or services due to the Corona virus Pandemic that is sweeping the globe. For those of us who live the liturgical year with our kids, Holy Week is a biggie! And, where one might think that due … Read more
We are living in crazy times, friends. We don’t know what tomorrow will bring let alone next week and beyond. Many cities and even whole states are closing down in an attempt to control the spread of Covid 19. It’s hard to find ways to satisfy our Passion for Travel amidst the chaos. Even harder … Read more
Growing up in a Large Family Prepares you for adulthood. How do I know? I am an unabashed, unapologetic mother of 12. I value children and their inherent goodness and contribution to the beauty of the world as much as most value the almighty dollar. In an era where plastic bags are more reviled than … Read more
As a fulltime RVing family, it’s obvious why we might want solar power, but trust me, in the world we live in now … you want it to! Enter the Goal Zero Yeti 150 Portable Power Station. Lightweight, compact, and silent, it’s the ideal product for anyone who wants power after there is no more! … Read more