In Memory of a Good Dog
March 3, 2024
Brighton was a strikingly beautiful dog who caught people’s attention. It was not uncommon for strangers on the street to compliment how handsome he was. … More In Memory of a Good Dog
Category: Family
11 Months of Travel – Phase 2-A: Mexico
January 18, 2023
Visiting Mayan archaeological sites is particularly exciting to me because it’s a strong part of my culture. …The Spanish my brothers and I speak is littered with Mayan words, phrases, and intonations. … More 11 Months of Travel – Phase 2-A: Mexico
And We’re Off! Phases 1 A&B of Our 11 Month Adventure
January 13, 2023
After what felt like 47 mind-numbing days of driving across Texas, we arrived at Round Rock just in time to spend Christmas with Joy’s mom, sister, and nephews. … More And We’re Off! Phases 1 A&B of Our 11 Month Adventure
Southwest Travel in the time of Covid-19 and Elections
November 25, 2020
We were pleasantly surprised to see how many people were wearing masks in Nevada, Arizona, and New Mexico. Texas, not so much. … More Southwest Travel in the time of Covid-19 and Elections
Our Dog is Better Traveled Than You Are
August 5, 2020
Traveling with a dog has lots of challenges. Fortunately, the world recognizes that there’s lots of money to be made catering to people traveling with pets … More Our Dog is Better Traveled Than You Are
Somehow I Survived My Childhood
September 11, 2019
Usually this game ended fairly quickly and almost always with someone yelling, “No head shots!” … More Somehow I Survived My Childhood
I Am “Plus One”
August 2, 2019
Joy clearly makes a lasting impression. … People don’t just recognize her, they often even remember her name. … More I Am “Plus One”
Hobbled Travel Plans
July 16, 2019
We had really planned to rev up travel this spring and summer. Unfortunately, most of our travel has taken a hit this year due to leg injuries. … More Hobbled Travel Plans
A Little Italian Driving Adventure
November 26, 2018
“It could be worse. It could be raining.”. I quickly regretting saying that because that’s the point in the story when things get really bad. … More A Little Italian Driving Adventure
The Night I Woke Up Just in Time to Die
October 31, 2018
I was sound asleep when I suddenly woke up, my heart pounding. I knew I was in danger, but didn’t know why. … More The Night I Woke Up Just in Time to Die
Itinerant Philosopher 