Just as New York City is the City for me, Mt. Rainier is the Mountain. Actually, if you happen to live in the greater Seattle/Tacoma metropolitan area, or really anywhere in the southern half of Western Washington, this is what you call it too. It's such a prominent feature on the horizon that people say... Continue Reading →
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 →
Devil’s Tower
We’re staying in Sturgis, South Dakota. Yep, that Sturgis. The one known for it’s gargantuan motorcycle rally. We will not be here then. Nope, no, definitely not. I understand the draw of riding a motorcycle through this part of the country. It has no helmet law, has flat high plains, winding mountain roads, absolutely massive... Continue Reading →