Ah, Georgia, my former home state. Last month I flew back to send Fred off to college and attend Dragon Con with George. This was my first visit purely as a tourist since finally … [Read more...] about A Visit to Georgia
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Expand Your World With Local Travel
A few weeks ago, my pal John Cloonan wrote a nice post about travel. It wasn't about far-flung, exotic adventures but the value of what can be discovered nearer to home. I was shocked to learn … [Read more...] about Expand Your World With Local Travel
Teens in Tahoe
Another spring break season is rapidly approaching. Last year Fred and George joined me in Nevada for their break and they are heading back here again this year. They once traveled with me everywhere … [Read more...] about Teens in Tahoe
Eight Years of Geocaching
I began geocaching on my birthday in 2009. That means in a few short weeks, I'll celebrate eight years of geocaching. I need to confess, however, that I'm not a rabid geocacher. I go through ups and … [Read more...] about Eight Years of Geocaching
Love Note to the Peach State
Oh Peach State, how do I love thee? Let me count the ways—mountains, swamps, beaches, rivers, pinelands, farms, waterfalls, museums, gardens, rich history, beautiful people. The list goes on and on. … [Read more...] about Love Note to the Peach State
Roadschooling at Arizona’s Meteor Crater
As you know, we here at Val in Real Life like to learn when we're traveling. Fred and George don't travel with me as often these days but when they do, I still like to sneak in some learning that … [Read more...] about Roadschooling at Arizona’s Meteor Crater
