January – 52 Hikes Embarking on the 52 Hike Challenge is an awesome experience that is shaping my life in ways I couldn’t have imagined. I have always loved being outdoors and walking in the woods. This challenge excites me to step out of my comfort zone and experience new trails. To read more about how I decided to embark on this journey read my blog post The 52 Hike Challenge: A Journey of Adventure and Exploration. January was an…
Are you ready for an exciting hiking adventure? Look no further than the 52 Hike Challenge – Original Series! This unique challenge is designed to encourage us to explore the great outdoors and experience the beauty of nature through hiking. What is the 52 Hike Challenge? The 52 Hike Challenge is a encourages us to get outdoors and hike once a week for a year.. But it’s not just about the number of hikes; it’s about immersing yourself in nature,…
Virginia is known for its iconic LOVE Signs that are spread across the state in various locations. These large, colorful signs are a perfect representation of the love and warmth that Virginia has to offer. The LOVE art started out as simple white letters that the Virginia Tourism Corporation could take around to Virginia Welcome Centers. I found my first LOVEworks sign at the Williamsburg Rest Area in 2013. A Little Bit of “History” The goal of these LOVEworks signs is to…
Heading Out on an Adventure! I’m so excited for this adventure! I’ve been looking forward to it for several weeks now. This will be my fourth mission as a guardian. It’s truly an honor for me to be able to recognize and show gratitude for the sacrifice and service of our veterans. An Awesome Day!! On April 29, 2023, Honor Flight Top of Virginia (HFToV) successfully completed its 16th mission. Have you heard of Honor Flight before? The mission of…
Saturday was a fun and exciting day! I went to the Autumnfest in Woodstock for the BBQ competition and Wine Tasting then to Cedar Creek Battlefield for the reenactment of the Second Battle of Winchester. Autumnfest Shenandoah Autumnfest had a lot to see and do. There was a chainsaw carving demonstration, a BBQ tasting/competition and a wine tasting. The chainsaw carving was really interesting to watch. The intricacy of the carvings these artists were able to do was fabulous. I…
Having fun in our great backyard. Not all adventures need to start by leaving home. Some can begin right in your own backyard. Our backyard is where Rosie and I decided to have our adventure. One of the items on my Bucket List is to go camping. To step out of my comfort zone and go camping on my own. I enjoy camping but haven’t done it in a long time. In fact the last time I went was back…