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...
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...
By now, I think everyone would agree on one thing – 2020 has been strange at the very least and a tough year for the majority. I’m pretty sure no one would have imagined this year kicking off a new decade. There are too many ongoing plot points to cover, but of course, one of the...
Nestled in the mountains of Bali, Ubud is a perfect place to serve as a base to explore the island. Temples and lush green rice terraces surround the area and staying in the region provides a closer look at every day life. Ubud, Bali Before flying to Australia, we wanted to spend a few...