Advertisements The storm of the century rolls over The West. I pull the blanket up closer to my chin and wait for a new day to dawn. Akin to a Las Vegas casino, clocks mysteriously are nowhere to be found here in the lodge. Makes it easier to just enjoy your surroundings. I venture backContinue reading “Time stands still the longer I stay at the Old Faithful snow lodge in Yellowstone”
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KLD
Advertisements Slowly I go through the sand on a lone road outside of Joshua Tree. My yearly sabbatical is here, this time staying at Kate’s Lazy Desert. KLD is made up of a handful of vintage airstream trailers, owned by one of the singers of the band the B52’s. All of that sounded charming andContinue reading “KLD”
Mount Rainier & the Paradise Inn
Advertisements Fifty two years on this planet. I decided to celebrate my birthday in the State where I was born, Washington. I drive up to the Paradise Inn located at the base of Mount Rainier. Autumn is in full swing as the mountain meadows are turning colors and a slight nip is in the air.Continue reading “Mount Rainier & the Paradise Inn”
The wine country of Elgin, Tubac and other hidden gems
Advertisements Piggy backing off a work trip in south Tucson, I stay for the weekend to go exploring. First up was a trip into the Tumacacori mountains for some hiking. Although it was the end of September the morning temperatures were cool in the higher elevations. The summer monsoons have the trails covered in overgrownContinue reading “The wine country of Elgin, Tubac and other hidden gems”
The Glasgow Botanical Gardens
Advertisements I wake early and map out my walking route to the Botanical Gardens. Coffee in hand, I love the smell of a city before it has truly awoke to a new day. Quiet streets for strolling as I take pictures of the buildings I pass. The Glasgow botanical gardens is the perfect place toContinue reading “The Glasgow Botanical Gardens”
My night in the Capital of the Highlands
Advertisements Downtown Inverness is alive and buzzing with activity as I walk along the river. Throngs of folks are enjoying drinks and dinner outside, as it is a lovely, late summer evening. Wandering aimlessly I am, hoping to stumble upon a place that will accept a solo traveler looking for a quiet meal. Crossing bridges,Continue reading “My night in the Capital of the Highlands”
Finishing the Great Glen Way – the final stretch to Inverness
Advertisements It was hard to fathom that my final day of walking in Scotland was here. My body has surprised me in every possible way…physically, mentally and spiritually. I am the best version of myself as I starting walking along the tarmac from Blackfold. I use my time to fondly remember the people with whomContinue reading “Finishing the Great Glen Way – the final stretch to Inverness”
Loch Ness
Advertisements The Loch Ness monster was the first mystery I read about when I was a kid. It felt unreal being on the water that holds enduring stories of fabled lore from my childhood. The boat leaves from Fort Augustus as we take a quick one hour tour. The short time only allows the boatContinue reading “Loch Ness”
Walking to Fort Augustus
Advertisements “Incredible weather today for your walk. Flat as a pancake it will be.” The girls wave goodbye from their front porch as I walk up the gravelly drive and onto the main highway. The sun is still hiding behind the mountains of South Laggan this morning. I stop and talk in small whispers toContinue reading “Walking to Fort Augustus”
Garilochy to South Laggan
Advertisements The hospitality offered up in Spean Bridge combined with beautiful morning weather has my spirits high for my second day on the Great Glen Way. I take up the offer of a ride back to the route though, wish my host a wonderful day, and as he leaves he shouts out to me toContinue reading “Garilochy to South Laggan”