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Stories from the Road
Stories from a life lived a little differently.
Personal essays from the road, the ranch, and the places in between — along with travel guides, gear reviews and resources we've collected along the way.
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Most Days Aren't Yosemite
Full-time travel can look like one long vacation from the outside. The truth is that most of our days are work, errands, laundry and ordinary life—even when Yosemite is right outside the window.
Oct 56 min read


Fifty Wasn't Supposed to Look Like This
We thought fifty would be the age when life finally felt settled. Instead, our house has wheels, we own forty acres in the desert, and somehow we're still figuring out what comes next.
Sep 228 min read
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Discovering the Mystical Beauty of Olympic National Park
Our next stop on our journey took us to the breathtaking Olympic National Park, a place we had never explored before. Since it was still the height of the summer travel season, finding reservations within the national park was impossible. However, luck was on our side as we discovered an epic boondocking spot on the banks of the Hoh River. This popular spot was a gem, and we managed to snag a space large enough for our rig, just feet from the water. Waking up to the gentle so
Aug 19, 20243 min read


Exploring Seattle and Saying Goodbye to Daxton
Our next stop on this incredible journey brought us to Seattle, Washington—a city filled with vibrant energy, iconic landmarks, and stunning views. Although we didn’t stay directly in the city, we found a fantastic campground about an hour away in Monroe, Washington: the Thousand Trails Thunderbird Campground. The section of the campground we stayed in backed up to a beautiful river, providing us with serene, calming views during our workdays. We couldn’t have asked for a bet
Aug 18, 20243 min read


Exploring Leavenworth: A Bavarian Gem in the Pacific Northwest
After the unexpected detour from Glacier National Park and our brief stay in Coeur d'Alene, we finally found ourselves in the picturesque town of Leavenworth, Washington. The drive from the eastern part of the state to the stunning mountains surrounding Leavenworth was an adventure in itself. As we approached, the landscape transformed from arid plains to lush, tree-covered peaks, setting the stage for our next chapter.
Aug 5, 20242 min read
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