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The Spell Of Ghost Mountain
“Crackle of burning wood in the grey light of dawn — the aromatic tang of smoke lifting like incense in the chill morning air…” With images like these, writer Marshal South enchanted the readers of...
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The Long, Long Stay In San Diego
You’ve probably heard the quote from Robert Frost, “Home is the place where, when you have to go there, They have to take you in.” We put this to a good test when we arrived in San Diego the first of...
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At The Zoo
Who could resist those big turquoise eyes, that colorful beak, that retro perm hairdo? If his looks aren’t enough, this guy possesses an exceptionally engaging personality. He was so darned cute, I...
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Living Out Of A Suitcase
Being without our trailer for seven weeks was unsettling in many regards, not the least of which was realizing just how difficult it is to live out of a suitcase. We actually had to buy tote bags and...
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Vibrant North Park, San Diego
In searching for a place to stay in downtown San Diego, we struck gold (and turquoise, hot pink, orange, cobalt blue, and pretty much every other color you can think of) when we found a colorful little...
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Chilling In Encinitas
No visit to San Diego is complete without spending time at the beach. And so, as part of our seven-week adventure sans-trailer, we arranged for a nine-day stay in nearby Encinitas, the quintessential...
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Ten Days In Palm Desert
If you like it hot, the Coachella Valley (including ritzy Palm Desert and hip Palm Springs) is your place. With sunshine more than 350 days a year and rarely a hint of rain, it’s the perfect year-round...
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On The Road Again: Ojai, CA
You thought we were never going to leave San Diego, didn’t you? We actually harbored that thought a few times ourselves. But finally, two months after our run-in with the big, bad boulder in Anza...
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Hiking In Pinnacles National Park
It’s in the middle of nowhere, at the end of a winding 30-mile, two-lane county road with no gas stations, no grocery stores, and no cell reception for miles. It’s bone dry and brutally hot in the...
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How To RV In San Francisco
If you’ve ever wanted to explore San Francisco from the comfort of your RV, I have the perfect place for you. You won’t have to contend with traffic. You won’t have to worry about finding a place to...
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Serene And Wild Point Reyes
An island of serenity just 35 miles north of San Francisco, Point Reyes Peninsula extends 10 miles out to sea, far removed from the hustle and bustle of the big city. It is a pastoral landscape of...
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Two Years On The Road
Our friend Joe recently asked, “So, how will you know when you’re done?” It was a very good question. Eric and I had a heart-to-heart conversation that night. “How will we know when we’re done?” I...
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The City Of Roses: Portland, Oregon
As long time Oregonians, we’ve been to Portland many times, sometimes for a long weekend, and more often for a night or two as we travel up and down the I-5 corridor in route to other destinations in...
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Picturesque Port Townsend
Port Townsend is without a doubt one of the most photogenic towns in the Pacific Northwest. Located on the northeast tip of the Olympic Peninsula, the small town boasts a lovely waterfront with views...
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Island Time
The pumpkins are ripening in the fields at Horse Drawn farm, and rose hips are plump on the beach roses on Spencer Spit. There’s a distinct shift in the angle of the sun, casting everything in a golden...
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The Natural Beauty Of Lopez Island
I can’t tear myself away from Lopez without one more post celebrating the incredible natural beauty of the island. Although small, Lopez is blessed with an abundance of opportunities for outdoor...
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In Search Of Whales
For years, we’ve been trying to see whales. Orca whales, in particular. Several pods of these magnificent creatures make their home in the Salish Sea off of San Juan Island. It’s one of the best places...
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The Golden Hills Of Eastern Washington
Most people, when they think of Washington, envision lush green forests, laden with ferns and dripping with moss. That’s a pretty accurate image—if you’re talking about anything west of the Cascades....
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The Sisters Music Festival
We looked forward to this festival for months. Nine months, to be exact. In early January, we bought our tickets for the Sisters Folk Music Festival and reserved and paid for a prime RV site at the...
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A Gathering Of Friends: Rocky Point, OR
Our visits home to Ashland are always bittersweet—it’s wonderful to be in familiar surroundings and to spend time with dear friends. It’s also difficult to then pack up and leave, yet again. This time,...
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