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Pompeii

A Day at Pompeii

What is it about archeological sites that sparks the imagination? Indiana Jones comes to mind. People have always had a fascination with visiting ancient places. Petra is at the top of my bucket list, and the feeling of standing at Macchi Picchu still resonates. But I think what makes...

Positano

Sitting by the Sea in Positano

I’m not sure if you’ve ever had the feeling of waking up in broad daylight, even though you’re already awake, but our most recent trip to Italy felt just like that. It was like a curtain pulled away and I could see again. All the anticipation and anxiety leading up to the trip just washed...

Packwood: Treasure Hunting in the Mountains

Originally established as a mining and logging town, Packwood, WA, sits in a beautiful pocket of farmland to the west, mountains to the east and Mt. Rainer hovering in the background to the north. Visiting Packwood, about 2.5 hours from Seattle, is always a breath of fresh air, literally...

Exploring Vancouver Island: Off to Tofino We Go

It’s been a minute since I’ve added a new post, and I can’t believe how much has happened in the span of five years. I had a baby, started a new job, got remarried and moved to a new house. I also lost some close family members along the way. Needless to say, life happened and while...