What plant? ...must be damaged to reproduce? ...needs a moth to make seeds? ...is a home and a restaurant for birds? ...continues to house and feed reptiles and insects after it dies? It's the tree of life - the Joshua tree. And... I'm grateful Matt can find my Duke games wherever we are.
Travel Updates
Palm Springs
A favorite hangout for locals and celebrities such as Frank Sinatra, Red Skelton, Zsa Zsa Gabor, and Bob Hope, Sherman's Deli & Bakery is also a favorite of ours when traveling through Palm Springs. In addition to owning several restaurants and businesses in Palm Springs, Sherman Harris' generosity helped numerous organizations. My favorite tidbit about … Continue reading Palm Springs
The Living Desert Zoo – Palm Desert
The Living Desert Zoo, a nonprofit organization, relies on donations to continue caring for the more than 600 animals in their care, support 80 conservation projects as well as to help them continue to educate and inspire the next generation.
Borrego Springs
There’s something very special about Borrego Springs, CA. Located within the Anza-Borrego Desert State Park, there are no stoplights in this small desert town (2020 population of 3,073)... also recognized as an International Dark Sky Community. I was introduced to the area when my father-in-law started spending the winter season in Borrego Springs. Matt and … Continue reading Borrego Springs
U.S. Navy Blue Angels
We saw the U.S. Navy Blue Angels at a MCAS Cherry Point air show a few years ago and it was great! But, standing at the end of the runway at NAF El Centro watching them practice for a few hours was epic!! As the diamond formation took off over our heads, the wake turbulence … Continue reading U.S. Navy Blue Angels
To Plan or Not to Plan
When you don’t make reservations, you can (& must) be flexible. Attractions close for maintenance, and campgrounds are sometimes booked, but you may also decide to visit a place you didn’t even know existed. I prefer to follow a plan, but am trying to embrace going with the flow. So far, we’ve changed our ‘plans’ … Continue reading To Plan or Not to Plan
Quartzite
We've heard about Quartzite, AZ from many of the YouTube camping folks we follow, so it's been on our list to check out. Our travel schedule this season provided an opportunity to not only visit/camp at Quartzite, but also to attend the Quartzite RV Show... and take our little buddy, Finlay, with us while his … Continue reading Quartzite
Arizona
As you all know, we love military, air, and space-related museums. After arriving in Tucson, we visited the Pima Air & Space Museum. At the Tucson KOA, our van, Axel, looked like a baby next to all the big rigs. The state of Arizona is a favorite. In addition to the beautiful scenery, interesting attractions, … Continue reading Arizona
National Parks
Whew... we've covered a lot of territory. AI says you can drive across the U.S. "Cannonball Run" style in 25-28 hours, in 2-4 days with multiple drivers and minimal stops, or comfortably in 5-10 days if you include sleep, eating and sightseeing. We chose the comfortable pace - 8 days - and visited a lot … Continue reading National Parks
Memphis, Little Rock, Hot Springs, and WorldSprings
I know it's crazy, but we had never been to Graceland... but now we have! We enjoyed the visit, touring the house/property with only about a dozen people, and listening to an Elvis playlist when we got back on the interstate to Little Rock, AR. Next stop: The Clinton Library Next stop: Hot Springs, AR … Continue reading Memphis, Little Rock, Hot Springs, and WorldSprings
Stevens Pack 