Calvin’s extended family has a cabin in North Carolina. Last year for my birthday, we spent a few days unplugging, exploring, and taking everything a little bit slower…
Read MoreWe chose Savannah because it holds special memories for us. It's a great mixture of slow paced with activity on every corner...
Read MoreWe had large expectations for San Francisco and found it to live up to those expectations. The city was really unique. It was captivating to watch the trolleys and the buses all around the city. And, oh the housing!...
Read MoreIn 2012, we packed up and spent a whole week in the Florida Keys with some of our dearest friends. We stayed on one of the less populated and touristy keys - Marathon Key. The house we stayed in backed right up to a waterway that lead out to the ocean…
Read MoreThese are a few moments captured from our visit to Muir Woods and The Avenue of the Giants. There is something about standing next to one of these HUGE trees that puts you into a fresh perspective...
Read MoreThe fresh air, the smell of the ocean blowing in through the windows, and the ever-changing scenery engaged all of the senses and caused me to fall in love with the West Coast...
Read MoreIn 2010, our biennial family reunion took us to Bridgton, Maine for 10 days. Our trip was filled with kyacking, fresh lobster, hiking Mt. Washington, camp fires, horse shoes, and exploring neighboring towns…
Read MoreCoffee Creek is out in the middle of nowhere and was a PERFECT location to "get away from it all." From our days relaxing by the pool soaking in the California sun, to the cool nights by the bonfire connecting with family members - the atmosphere was wonderful!…
Read MoreThere's nothing like the mountains. When you are surrounded by them, I love how they put you into perspective and make you feel small. They have a way of making life simpler. I love the fresh crisp air…
Read MoreOnce a year, Calvin and I love to sneak away together for a time to "reset." We always try to select a location that allows us to unplug and go at a slower pace for a few days. We typically try to find a place that provides an opportunity for us to be outdoors, hike, and explore….
Read MoreThis place was a gold mine for photos. I enjoy taking photos not just because of the way that they look, but because they capture the joy, beauty, and happiness of the moment…
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