Swamp Gators and Antebellum Cane Plantation

We were most excited about the alligators.

Cemetery escape in New Orleans

I am one of the lucky few who got out again, after being shut up in a cemetery for the night. But let me start at the beginning. I’m in New Orleans for a quick trip with a friend. The trip was my idea. He loves the city and I’ve never seen it, so I […]

On a trail again

On the trail is where I find my bliss.

The sun returns

The draw here is the blue-green clay and weathered formations that tower up from the trail.

Totality

And then, blam! A distinct change in light and temperature.

Ballard Locks

I recommend the Ballard neighborhood to any Seattle visitors.

Saline Courthouse and buffalo

The Cherokee actually have two buffalo herds: the TV buffalo and the wild buffalo.

Gilcrease Museum

I tend to love the paintings best in any museum, but this one had many other impressive displays.

Sea Lions on the docks

From an anthropologist’s perspective, I think the rivalry is almost touching.

Oregon Wine & Sake

Along the route are 31 highlighted wineries within a 30 minute drive of the city.