Wonderland Cave

Mr. C wants to visit a cave. We keep seeing billboards everywhere we go in the Black Hills for one cave or another. Some of the billboards and tourist flyers look better than others. But, how do you know which one to choose? I know I should check out some online reviews of different caves... Continue Reading →

July 11, 2016 4

A monumental day

Remember how I mentioned that I’m always worried about the possibility of disappointment when visiting a place I’ve long wanted to see? Well, six years ago, on our last cross-country adventure, I worried about Mount Rushmore. Now, as we approach it for the second time, I have no worries at all. I know it will... Continue Reading →

July 10, 2016 1

Deadwood

I love old cemeteries. First there are the names. Some names like John or Sarah could easily come right out of the White Pages today. That is if anyone still uses the White Pages. Then there are the names like Almeria or Delbert that really have the ability to take you back in time. Last... Continue Reading →

July 9, 2016 2

Sandhills to Black Hills

Last summer, my parents celebrated their 50th anniversary. Way to go, Mom and Dad! Not only did you manage to raise two kids who turned into responsible, respectable adults, but you also managed to put up with each other for a really long time. If you put my two marriages together I come up with... Continue Reading →