Since there are no direct flights out of Richmond, we typically have layovers in either Minneapolis or Atlanta. On our last day, we woke up and enjoyed breakfast at the house, using up our leftovers. The Airbnb we stayed at had a small farm, so we left our food there for them to feed their…
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Sailing: Hope, Idaho
Today we set sail! Since we were in Idaho on the first of May, none of the boat trips from Sandpoint had started yet. After some searching, we found a wonderful man who offered sailing trips in Hope, Idaho. This location was about 20-30 minutes from Sandpoint, and the drive there was quite scenic. Even…
Spokane, Washington: Bridges, Bites, and Big Ideas
I recently had the incredible opportunity to travel to Spokane, Washington, for an amazing conference. Alongside my wonderful colleagues, Kris and Kim, I had the privilege of presenting our work. The session went exceptionally well, and the feedback from participants was incredibly rewarding. Beyond the presentation, the networking opportunities were fantastic, and we are returning…
Holiday Getaway: Nature and Relaxation at James River State Park
Parish and I knew that the holiday season would be busy, so we planned our getaway for December 27 – December 30. We decided to continue this annually, but stay longer! James River State Park will be our go-to. WOW! We love this park for so many reasons. Even though your cabin is near the…
Love and Adventure: Biking in Smithfield, VA
Smithfield, Virginia, is a quaint town filled with surprises and beauty! We have walked the Windsor Castle trail several times. We discovered the Park-to-Park Trail and Nike Park for our E-bikes. We visited the town of Smithfield first to stop by Yummaries Bakery and purchase holiday treats for upcoming parties. We brought a cooler to…
Adventure & Joy Awaits: Our Weekend at Occoneechee State Park
What a fantastic weekend!! We had the most eventful, hilarious, and back-to-nature weekend at Occoneechee State Park. Our first camping weekend had been here, but we wanted to try coming back and staying on the water. We stayed at C32. We arrived at sunset and set up our 9-person tent. This tent is vintage, and…
Mt Vernon Trail: Potomac River
On October 26, 2025, for Parish’s birthday, we ventured out to the Mt. Vernon Trail. If you’re looking for the best way to soak in the beauty and history of the Washington D.C. area without getting stuck in traffic, the Mount Vernon Trail is an absolute must-do. This 18-mile paved multi-use path is much more…
Camping Adventures: Tips from Our Trip to Occonneechee State Park
I’ve camped in groups and a little glamping at Camp Willow Run in boxcars. The last time Parish and I went solo tent camping was almost 35 years ago, when I was 7 months pregnant with Victoria. We borrowed a tent from a friend. Needless to say, we had very little equipment to go on…
Bike Adventures on High Bridge Trail
Another E-bike adventure! Although we were lagging due to illness, we packed our bags and kept our itinerary. The rain on Sunday kept us from a friend ride, which was disappointing, but Monday was a great sunny day for the High Bridge Trail in Farmville, VA. We watched a few YouTube videos about the trail….
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