Category: Travel

  • Joshua Tree National Park

    Today we went to Joshua Tree National Park, located about an hour away from Palm Springs, CA. We went on a private tour to see an old ranch (Key’s Ranch), hiked on a trail, and saw road side attractions. The weather was a little chilly, but it was a really nice day.

  • Palm Springs

    Today we drove to Palm Springs from Burbank, CA. Never been before and we had a great time! Went to Elmer’s Restaurant to try massive german pancakes, went to Moorten Botanical Garden (Cactus Garden), went up the world’s largest rotating tram, walked around “downtown”, saw the massive Marilyn Monroe statue, and went to eat at…

  • Flaming Lips

    Flaming Lips

    Today we’re driving to Indianapolis to see the band The Flaming Lips perform Yoshimi Battles the Pink Robots. They’re one of my family’s favorite bands, and this is an anniversary of my favorite album of theirs.

  • 50th Wedding Anniversary

    Today is my parents’ 50th Wedding Anniversary! We’re going to Huntsville to celebrate with them and their friends!

  • Knoxville Birthday

    Knoxville Birthday

    Today we’re going to Knoxville to visit my Father-in-law for his birthday. It was actually a couple weeks ago, but we had to reschedule.

  • New Car

    New Car

    I bought it and it’s really nice! Only 5,000 miles on it, practically new.

  • Easter 2024

    Yesterday, after my son had his soccer game, we drove to my parents house to stay overnight and visit for Easter. Glad to visit again, see my parents, and have some good Easter food!

  • Mammoth Cave

    Mammoth Cave

    Today I’m going to Mammoth Cave National Park in Kentucky. Mammoth Cave is the longest cave system in the world, so that’s pretty cool.

  • Going Home

    Going Home

    Today I’m heading back home after visiting my parents for a few days. I’ve been helping my Mom while she recovers from surgery, and helping my Dad around the house with various chores. I’m excited to be home and see my family!

  • Visiting My Parents

    Visiting My Parents

    Today I’m going to visit my parents to help out after my Mom had a medical procedure. I’m happy to visit them and help out being a caretaker for a few days.