Fredericksburg, Texas, has a rich and unique history rooted in German heritage, founded in 1846 by German immigrants and named for Prince Frederick of Prussia. Until the railroad arrived, the town remained isolated, and German continued to be spoken in homes until fairly recently. The town was … [Read more...] about A Hill Country Escape to Fredericksburg, Texas
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The Best Souvenirs for Travelers to Japan
I haven't been able to get a blog post out for a while because of pressing work, but since I just got back from Japan, I wanted to share a brief update. It was a fast-paced trip, only three full days on the ground, but I was able to visit several shops and markets. Shopping in Japan is a great … [Read more...] about The Best Souvenirs for Travelers to Japan
What to See on a West Virginia Road Trip
Just as I traveled around Vermont last year, this spring I went to West Virginia for a long-overdue road trip. I'd previously passed through with the family all in search of the New River Gorge Bridge and now I was staying right near it and the national park that surrounds it. Sammi and I mapped … [Read more...] about What to See on a West Virginia Road Trip
Writing Goals for 2025
I've now been doing this for over a decade and this post marks my eleventh goal setting as a writer. This year has mostly been about getting my finances in order and really focusing on my business. I didn't have as many new outlets as in years past, but I had several stories I was proud of. … [Read more...] about Writing Goals for 2025
How to Spend a Weekend in Isla Mujeres, Mexico
Last year, with some points to burn and a desperate need to get out of town, I booked an easy flight from Atlanta to Cancun. From there, I hopped on a one-way trip with Happy Shuttle (not sponsored!), which would take me to the ferry terminal to reach my destination: Isla Mujeres. Unlike Holbox, … [Read more...] about How to Spend a Weekend in Isla Mujeres, Mexico