Denver, United States</h1> <article> <h1>Denver, United States</h1> <p>Sun, 24 Nov 2024 16:20:00 -0700</p> November 24, 2024: </article> <article> <h1>Austin, United States</h1> <p>Mon, 18 Nov 2024 16:20:00 -0600</p> November 28, 2024: Arrived in Austin. Will be spending Thanksgiving with the girls then will start heading home on November 30th. </article> <article> <h1>Royse City, United States</h1> <p>Sat, 16 Nov 2024 16:20:00 -0600</p> November 16, 2024: Drove to Royse City, TX. Went to a movie that night (Red One). We met Heidi and Bob Gwaltney at their church (Cowboy Church) on Sunday morning then spent the day with them. Ali came out to Heidi and Bob's house to spend some time with us. It was good to get caught up with them. </article> <article> <h1>Hot Springs, United States</h1> <p>Fri, 15 Nov 2024 16:20:00 -0600</p> November 15, 2024: Drove from Branson, MO to Hot Springs, AR. Visited Hot Springs National Park then headed towards Texas. <p><br/>View from the top of Hot Springs National Park</p><p><br/>View from the top of Hot Springs National Park</p><p><br/>View from the top of Hot Springs National Park</p><p><br/>View from the top of Hot Springs National Park</p> </article> <article> <h1>Branson, United States</h1> <p>Sun, 10 Nov 2024 16:20:00 -0600</p> November 10, 2024: </article> <article> <h1>Carbondale, United States</h1> <p>Sat, 09 Nov 2024 16:20:00 -0600</p> November 9, 2024: We spent last night in Peducah, KY, which is right across the Illinois border. This morning we crossed the Ohio River into Illinois and visited a few old familiar haunts; Garden of the Gods in the Shawnee National Forest, and Southern Illinois University, the first university I (Roger) attended in 1976. I took Connie to Thompson Point and showed her the dorm that I lived in and the basketball court that was behind the dorm was still there after 48 years. What a walk through memory lane. From there we headed to Branson, MO and stayed the night in West Plains, MO. Barb and Adam Harrington also left Michigan today and are on their way to meet us at Branson. Can't wait to see them and spend time together. <p><br/>My best friend’s dorm</p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p><br/>Garden of the Gods, Shawnee National Forest</p><p></p><p><br/>Garden of the Gods, Shawnee National Forest</p><p><br/>Garden of the Gods, Shawnee National Forest</p><p><br/>Garden of the Gods, Shawnee National Forest</p><p><br/>Garden of the Gods, Shawnee National Forest</p><p><br/>Garden of the Gods, Shawnee National Forest</p><p><br/>Garden of the Gods, Shawnee National Forest</p><p><br/>Garden of the Gods, Shawnee National Forest</p><p><br/>Garden of the Gods, Shawnee National Forest</p><p></p><p></p><p><br/>Garden of the Gods, Shawnee National Forest</p><p><br/>Garden of the Gods, Shawnee National Forest</p><p><br/>Garden of the Gods, Shawnee National Forest</p><p><br/>Garden of the Gods, Shawnee National Forest</p><p><br/>Garden of the Gods, Shawnee National Forest</p><p><br/>Garden of the Gods, Shawnee National Forest</p><p></p><p><br/>Garden of the Gods, Shawnee National Forest</p><p><br/>Garden of the Gods, Shawnee National Forest</p><p><br/>Camel Rock: Garden of the Gods, Shawnee National Forest</p><p><br/>Garden of the Gods, Shawnee National Forest</p><p><br/>Garden of the Gods, Shawnee National Forest</p><p><br/>Garden of the Gods, Shawnee National Forest</p><p><br/>Garden of the Gods, Shawnee National Forest</p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p><br/>They’re everywhere</p><p><br/>Southern Illinois University: Go Salukis</p><p><br/>My first dorm</p><p></p><p></p><p><br/>Crossing the Ohio River into Illinois from Kentucky</p><p></p><p><br/>Missouri State Line</p> </article> <article> <h1>Mammoth Cave National Park, United States</h1> <p>Fri, 08 Nov 2024 16:20:00 -0600</p> November 8, 2024: Visited Mammoth Cave National Park on our way to Branson, MO. We didn't enter the cave but went through the exhibits at the visitor's center. <p></p><p><br/>Mammoth Cave National Park</p> </article> <article> <h1>Williamstown, United States</h1> <p>Mon, 04 Nov 2024 16:20:00 -0500</p> November 4, 2024: Traveling from Lexington, KY to Williamstown, KY today. We will be spending 3 days at the Ark and the Creation Museum, 2 days with our dear friends Bruce and Judy Reilly. We are very excited to experience something so God inspired, especially at this election time when so much uncertainty hangs in the balance. One thing we know is certain, He is in control and the ending has been written; praise the Lord. <p></p><p></p><p></p><p><br/>Still seeing colors</p><p><br/>Book written by a local author who lives in a small town we had lunch at (based on some real past events)</p><p></p><p><br/>Another state added to our trip</p><p></p><p></p><p><br/>Coal mine</p><p><br/>Vine monsters</p><p><br/>Vine monsters</p><p><br/>Ark Encounter</p><p><br/>Ark Encounter</p><p></p><p><br/>Ark Encounter</p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p><br/>Ark Encounter</p><p><br/>Ark Encounter</p><p><br/>Ark Encounter</p><p><br/>Cross-sectional view of Ark hull (approximately feet thick)</p><p><br/>Ark Encounter</p><p></p> </article> <article> <h1>Atlantic Beach, United States</h1> <p>Sat, 26 Oct 2024 16:20:00 -0400</p> October 26, 2024: Drove from Cape Hatteras to Atlantic Beach, NC. We have both been under the weather so just going to chill for a few days. <p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p> </article> <article> <h1>Outer Banks, United States</h1> <p>Thu, 24 Oct 2024 16:20:00 -0400</p> October 24,25, 2024: Spending a few days on the Outer Banks/Cape Hatteras. Saw kiters, the largest lighthouse in the US and spend time on the beach. Couldn't wait to share this with my wife; something I experienced over 45 years ago. <p><br/>Outer Banks</p><p><br/>Outer Banks</p><p><br/>Outer Banks</p><p><br/>Outer Banks</p><p><br/>Outer Banks</p><p><br/>Outer Banks</p><p><br/>Outer Banks</p><p><br/>Outer Banks</p><p><br/>Outer Banks</p><p><br/>Outer Banks</p><p><br/>Outer Banks</p><p><br/>Outer Banks</p><p><br/>Outer Banks</p><p><br/>Outer Banks</p><p><br/>Kitty Hawk</p><p><br/>Kitty Hawk</p><p><br/>Kitty Hawk</p><p><br/>Kitty Hawk</p><p><br/>Outer Banks</p><p><br/>Outer Banks</p><p><br/>Outer Banks</p><p><br/>Outer Banks</p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p><br/>Last morning at Outer Banks</p><p><br/>Last morning at Outer Banks</p> </article> <article> <h1>Virginia Beach, United States</h1> <p>Tue, 22 Oct 2024 16:20:00 -0400</p> October 22, 2024: Arrive at Virginia Beach, VA. Staying for a few days right on the beach, our happy place. Had a great Italian dinner tonight and tomorrow we are looking forward to some downtime just hanging out on the beach and listening to the waves. <p><br/>On way to Virginia Beach</p><p><br/>On way to Virginia Beach</p><p><br/>On way to Virginia Beach</p><p><br/>Virginia Beach</p><p><br/>Virginia Beach</p><p><br/>Virginia Beach</p><p><br/>Virginia Beach</p><p><br/>Virginia Beach</p><p><br/>Virginia Beach</p><p><br/>Virginia Beach</p><p><br/>Virginia Beach</p><p><br/>Virginia Beach</p><p><br/>Virginia Beach</p><p><br/>Virginia Beach</p><p><br/>Virginia Beach</p><p><br/>Virginia Beach</p><p><br/>Virginia Beach</p><p><br/>Virginia Beach</p><p><br/>Virginia Beach</p><p><br/>Virginia Beach</p><p><br/>Virginia Beach</p> </article> <article> <h1>Herndon, United States</h1> <p>Sun, 20 Oct 2024 16:20:00 -0400</p> October 20, 2024: Spending time again with Lee and Amy. We are so spoiled. October 21, 2024: Spent the day in-the Shenandoah National Park, what an amazing day. <p><br/>Shenandoah National Park</p><p><br/>Shenandoah National Park</p><p><br/>Shenandoah National Park</p><p><br/>Shenandoah National Park</p><p><br/>Amy and Lee</p><p><br/>Shenandoah National Park</p><p><br/>Shenandoah National Park</p><p><br/>Shenandoah National Park</p><p><br/>Shenandoah National Park</p><p><br/>Shenandoah National Park</p><p><br/>Shenandoah National Park</p><p><br/>Shenandoah National Park</p><p><br/>Connie</p><p><br/>Shenandoah National Park</p><p><br/>Amy and Lee</p><p><br/>Shenandoah National Park</p><p><br/>Shenandoah National Park</p><p><br/>Amy and Lee</p><p><br/>Shenandoah National Park</p><p><br/>Shenandoah National Park</p><p><br/>Amy and Lee</p><p><br/>Shenandoah National Park</p><p><br/>Shenandoah National Park</p><p><br/>Shenandoah National Park</p><p><br/>Shenandoah National Park</p><p><br/>Shenandoah National Park</p><p><br/>Lee</p><p><br/>Connie</p><p><br/>Shenandoah National Park</p><p><br/>Shenandoah National Park</p><p><br/>Shenandoah National Park</p><p><br/>Shenandoah National Park</p><p><br/>Lee and Amy</p><p><br/>Lee and Amy</p><p><br/>Shenandoah National Park</p><p><br/>Shenandoah National Park</p><p><br/>Shenandoah National Park</p><p><br/>Shenandoah National Park</p><p><br/>Shenandoah National Park</p><p><br/>Shenandoah National Park</p><p><br/>Shenandoah National Park</p><p><br/>Shenandoah National Park</p><p><br/>Shenandoah National Park</p><p><br/>Shenandoah National Park</p><p><br/>Shenandoah National Park</p><p><br/>Shenandoah National Park</p><p><br/>Shenandoah National Park</p><p><br/>Shenandoah National Park</p><p><br/>Shenandoah National Park</p><p><br/>Shenandoah National Park</p><p></p> </article> <article> <h1>Orange, United States</h1> <p>Fri, 18 Oct 2024 16:20:00 -0400</p> October 18, 2024: Arrived in Connecticut and ha great two day visit with Connie’s cousin Lance and his lady friend Jana and he two children Vickie and Phillip. <p></p><p><br/>Lance and Jana</p><p><br/>Crane</p><p><br/>Connie, Lance, and Jana</p><p><br/>Crane</p><p><br/>Phillip made us the most amazing crème broule. </p> </article> <article> <h1>Wells, United States</h1> <p>Sun, 13 Oct 2024 17:00:00 -0400</p> October 12-19,2024: Spending time at the 3rd oldest town in Maine. October 15, 2024: Visited Portland, Maine. Saw some lighthouses and had an amazing lunch at a ferry boat converted into a restaurant. Connie feasted on more lobster and I had a fantastic pecan encrusted haddock on cornbread stuffing with a maple glaze. October 16, 2024: Walked on the beach and another epic dinner at “The Steak House” a recommended restaurant. October 17, 2024: Took a 2 hour train ride and spent the day in Boston. We did a hop-on-hop-off tour around the city; so much history that eventually led to our country’s freedom. <p></p><p><br/>October 13, 2024: Sunrise</p><p><br/>October 13, 2024: Sunrise</p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p><br/>Portland Maine </p><p></p><p><br/>Quote at the lighthouse </p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p> </article> <article> <h1>Bristol, United States</h1> <p>Fri, 11 Oct 2024 17:00:00 -0400</p> October 11-12, 2024: Met more family Amy (Molly's sister) and her boyfriend Lee at their VRBO in Round Pond, Bristol, Maine. Such a secluded gem. We feasted on fresh lobster and finished the meal off with a blackberry/blueberry crisp. We started our morning with another spectacular sunrise on the dock and then enjoyed a great breakfast at a local diner and then off to a lighthouse with an incredible rocky shore. They sure know how to host. Thank you Amy and Lee. <p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p> </article> <article> <h1>Acadia National Park, United States</h1> <p>Wed, 09 Oct 2024 17:00:00 -0400</p> October 8, 2024: Arrived in Bangor, Maine today and met with a very dear high school/college friend and his family. It has been nearly 47 years since we have seen each other. It was so good to catch up. October 9, 2024: Drove to our resort near Acadia National Park. We took a very scenic route and visited our first Maine light house. Our room looks right out to the harbor/ocean. Had lunch on some Adirondack chairs and just soaked in the ocean vibes (yes a baby boomer just used the term vibes 😂) We are looking forward to going through the park tomorrow. <p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p> </article> <article> <h1>Lincoln, United States</h1> <p>Tue, 08 Oct 2024 17:00:00 -0400</p> October 8, 2024: We drove over the Kancamagus Scenic Byway. It was breathtaking. We learned about it from some college baseball players from New Hampshire that we met in Orlando, Florida when we traveled to Jazzlyn's volleyball tournament. <p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p> </article> <article> <h1>Stowe, United States</h1> <p>Sun, 06 Oct 2024 17:00:00 -0400</p> October 6, 2024: Traveled from Milford, PA to Stowe, Vermont today. Already seeing amazing colors and new-to-us mountains. Tomorrow we will do a self-guided covered bridges tour then travel on to New Hampshire. Will add some phone pics tonight then better pics when we get to NH. What a blessed trip we are having. <p></p><p><br/>Stowe, Vermont</p><p><br/>Crossing into New York </p><p><br/>Welcome to New York </p><p></p><p></p><p><br/>Albany NY</p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p><br/>For James</p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p><br/>A cool sculpture using fire hydrants </p><p><br/>The church </p><p></p><p><br/>Trapp Family Lodge </p><p><br/>My handsome hubby </p><p><br/>The thinker!😜</p><p></p><p></p><p><br/>Gorgeous colors </p><p><br/>Room with a fireplace!</p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p><br/>The notch. A must see. A small stretch of road between stowe and Cambridge. Cannot describe the beauty!</p><p></p><p></p><p><br/>The notch. A must see. A small stretch of road between stowe and Cambridge. Cannot describe the beauty!</p><p><br/>The notch. A must see. A small stretch of road between stowe and Cambridge Cannot describe the beauty!</p><p></p><p><br/>The notch. A must see. A small stretch of road between stowe and Cambridge. Cannot describe the beauty!</p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p> </article> <article> <h1>Milford, United States</h1> <p>Fri, 04 Oct 2024 17:00:00 -0400</p> October 4, 2024: Arrived in Milford, Pennsylvania home of Gifford Pinchot the father of the Forest Service. Can't wait to share all this with my amazing wife, Connie. She has not experienced this part of the country and we have so much to see together. <p><br/>Raymondskill Falls</p><p><br/>Milford, PA cementary</p><p><br/>Milford, PA Cementary</p><p><br/>Poconos</p><p><br/>Beautiful drive</p><p><br/>Abandoned farm</p><p><br/>Road from Philly to Milford</p><p><br/>Trump headquarters next to our hotel</p><p><br/>Historic Milford restaurant </p><p><br/>Hotel Fauchere, Milford, PA</p><p><br/>Bakery next to motel</p><p><br/>Carved tree in Milford, PA</p><p><br/>Carved tree in Milford, PA</p><p><br/>Carved tree in Milford, PA</p><p><br/>Water mill</p><p><br/>Water mill</p><p><br/>Mill stone</p><p><br/>Huge scale</p><p><br/>Part of water mill</p><p><br/>Stream that used to feed water mill</p><p><br/>Milford, PA cementary</p><p><br/>Milford, PA cementary</p><p><br/>Tomb of the Pinchot family (Gifford Pinchot: founder of Forest Service)</p><p><br/>Gray Towers</p><p><br/>Gray Towers</p><p><br/>Gray Towers</p><p><br/>Gray Towers (Mansion/Château)</p><p><br/>Gray Towers</p><p><br/>Clothing on display at Gray Towers</p><p><br/>600 year old table from Monk Monestary</p><p><br/>Mill stone</p><p><br/>Lunch on the Delaware river</p><p><br/>Trail to Raymondskills Falls</p><p><br/>Raymondskill Falls</p><p><br/>Raymondskill Falls</p><p><br/>New Jersey sign</p><p><br/>Hotel Fauchere</p><p><br/>Hotel Fauchere</p><p><br/>Pics of presidents and celebrities that have stayed at Hotel Fauchere</p><p><br/>Pics of presidents and celebrities that have stayed at Hotel Fauchere</p><p><br/>Pics of presidents and celebrities that have stayed at Hotel Fauchere</p><p><br/>Pics of presidents and celebrities that have stayed at Hotel Fauchere</p><p><br/>Courtyard at Hotel Fauchere</p><p><br/>Hotel Fauchere</p> </article> <article> <h1>Philadelphia, United States</h1> <p>Thu, 03 Oct 2024 17:00:00 -0400</p> October 3, 2024: Visited the City of Brotherly Love. So much rich American history. <p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p> </article> <article> <h1>Barnesville, United States</h1> <p>Fri, 27 Sep 2024 17:00:00 -0400</p> September 28, 2024: Headed to our dear friend and ex-neighbor Molly's. <p><br/>BFFs</p><p><br/>Welcome to Ohio</p><p><br/>Oreo cow</p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p><br/>Sugar Creek Enchanted Motel</p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p><br/>Big guy</p><p><br/>Dickinson longhorn ranch</p><p><br/>Longhorns</p> </article> </main></body></html>