Prior to selling all of our things and hitting the road with our three young children, we had some pivotal experiences which led to our decision. Our trip to Pendleton, Oregon in 2012, was one of …
Nearing the End of The Line on The Oregon Trail
Starting in Cape Cod, we hugged the Oregon Trail as closely as possible along America's stunning scenic byways. As we approached the end of the line, after driving 6,000 miles, we wanted to walk in …
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Finding Ease in Sun Valley
My heart is at ease knowing that what was meant for me will never miss me, and that what misses me was never meant for me. - Imam ash-Shafi’i There is a shortlist of places we have traveled over …
What Obstacles Will You Face Today?
It is estimated that between 20,000 and 30,000 pioneers died along the arduous Oregon Trail. That is the equivalent of 10 graves per mile. As we were driving across some of the most challenging …
U.S. National Parks: America’s Cathedrals
Wilderness and the idea of wilderness is one of the permanent homes of the human spirit. - Joseph Wood Krutch In 1872, Yellowstone became the first National Park ever established in the world. Its …
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A Hostel Stay in Jackson, Wyoming
I could not wait to visit Jackson, Wyoming. From what I had learned, I expected a vibrant, authentic western town skirted by the Grand Tetons. The good news is that it was all of these things and it …
