Year: 2024
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From Van Life Identity Crisis to Nomadic Clarity
Looking back at my early days of van life, living off-the-grid, facing an identity crisis as a nomadic “in-betweener”.
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Breaking The Silence – Finally Hearing The World Again
I’m hitting the reset button on self-care. First up is a trip to the Audiologist – which led to an interesting hearing adventure!
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A Free Coffee Sample Turns Into A One-way Ticket To The Throne
Reminiscing about a mishap with a free sample of Starbucks’ Oleato coffee. The outcome was a bit harsh and a valuable lesson was learned.
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Holy Stitches! Barn Quilts Are Taking Over The Countryside
Did you know there’s such a thing as a barn quilt? Join me as I look into this charming rural phenomenon.
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Reaching New Heights!? Solo Dude on a Boom – Wordless Wednesday
I had a slew of thoughts race through my head as I watched this man at work. Let me know what thoughts this photo stirs up in your noggin!
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Severe Storms Usher In Memorial Day Weekend
Well, that escalated quickly! A pre-Memorial Day weekend storm and multiple tornado warnings kick off the summer season.
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When Nature Speaks – A Solitary Tree Shares Lessons About Life
Hold on to your branches! I’m about to share some philosophical insights learned from an unexpected source during a walk in nature.
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Off The Beaten Path: Paradise Cove’s Natural Artesian Well And Waterfall
Let’s escape the mundane activities of everyday life and head to Paradise Cove – a natural artesian well and waterfall in Winslow, Illinois!
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Morning Sunshine and Goosey Games At Lake Le-Aqua-Na State Park
Join me lakeside on this sunshiny morning as the geese swim and play their goosey games at Lake Le-Aqua-Na State Park.
