Back from Maui

Back from Maui

We spent a little over a week in Maui and I was surprised by how beautiful the island was. I...

Mar 30

Travel Plans 2021

Baby Holland is giving away our destination! I thought it would be sweet to get her a book for her...

Jan 27

Mt. Evans and Mt. Spalding Loop Trail

If you’re looking for a chance to summit two mountains in a relatively short distance, Mt. Evans and Mt. Spalding...

Sep 15

Hiking Colorado, Eldorado Springs State Park

Eldorado Canyon Trail Colorado

If you’re looking for hikes with views of Denver, Eldorado Canyon trail doesn’t disappoint. This out and back trail covers...

Aug 14

Things to do near Denver, Colorado Activities

Georgetown Lake, Colorado

While driving into the mountains over the weekend, a detour brought us to Georgetown Lake. While we normally drive past...

Jan 31

Here are 12 tips to help you have the best experience as a first-time skier.

First Time Skiing: 12 Essential Tips

The idea of learning to ski for the first time as an adult can be intimidating, especially if you will...

Jan 18

Wheeler Peak via Williams Lake Trail, New Mexico Hiking

I spent time over the Thanksgiving holiday in Taos Ski Valley and had my sights on hiking to the top...

Dec 14

How I got 80,000 American Airlines Miles in 4 Months

Over the past 4 months, I accumulated over 80,000 reward miles with American Airlines. I’m really excited to have earned...

Oct 20

Hiking to the summit of one of Colorado's most popular 14ers

Quandary Peak: Hiking one of Colorado’s 14ers

Although this was my first summit of over 14,000 feet, this was not my first mountain hike. Continue reading to...

Aug 3

Bar NI Ranch, Things to do in Southern Colorado

I had the chance to gather with my family this summer at the Bar N I Ranch in Weston, Colorado....

Jul 22

Sky Pond Trail, Late October

Even if hiking isn’t your thing, if you need some fresh air and want to see beautiful landscape then Rocky...

Nov 16

Estes Park, Colorado

Estes Park is located near the east entrance of Rocky Mountain National Park. The national park attracts visitors from around...

Nov 7

Boulder, Colorado

I just finished up a trip to Colorado to celebrate my in-laws 30 year wedding anniversary. We spent a couple...

Nov 2

San Antonio Missions and Natural Bridge Caverns

Exploring the History and Natural Beauty of San Antonio Here are some interesting things to do in San Antonio...

May 26

Colorado: Bar N I Ranch

Hello, I’ve recently added an updated post about the Bar N I Ranch that includes things to do in the...

Oct 17