My smile evaporated. I turned from reading an email about a funny family incident and checked my calendar for the next few days. Tuesday, March 29—my next cancer screening appointment. My stomach clenched. Amazing how quickly fear stole my laughter. Fear does that. Here’s the weird part, though. I’m celebrating my fifth year cancer-free. That’s … More The Scenic Route
We heard them before we saw them—even with the radio on and the windows closed that February day. Two thirds around the auto tour loop at the Squaw Creek National Wildlife Refuge, we came past the trees and there they were. Half a million geese—snows and blues congregated on this one portion of the water. … More Visit to Squaw Creek
How often do you see the words, “Please Touch” at a museum? The Leonardo DaVinci exhibit now showing at Union Station in Kansas City, Missouri has several examples of his inventions that invite guests to touch. It’s a great tour for your kids since it gives them an opportunity to learn by operating Leonardo’s simple … More Leonardo DaVinci Exhibit
Still looking for 2016 Spring Break ideas? Try Arizona. Spring is one of the best times to visit. Weather in mid March is often perfect. Phoenix is a good central location to consider. Approximately half the local school districts are on Spring Break in mid March, which means less traffic around town, but perhaps more … More Spring Break Ideas — 2016
For our Spring Break last year we took the Amtrak train from Omaha, Nebraska to Glenwood Springs, Colorado. Our goals for this trip were to enjoy the scenery and to be as economical as possible. We needed our spirit of adventure and the willingness to tolerate some inconveniences since we chose not to pay the … More Economical Spring Break
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