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Carlsbad Caverns National Park

In 1898, an adventurous 16-year-old named Jim White began exploring the caves near Carlsbad, New Mexico. The caves are extensive and are still being discovered today. As Martin and I climbed down the 750 feet into the cave, I was constantly amazed at Jim White’s bravery (or stupidity?). Armed with just a flashlight and a

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Big Bend National Park

Like all things in Texas, Big Bend National Park is huge. Driving across the park takes several hours (thankfully, the park has gas stations…). It encompasses an entire mountain range! A Mexican singer named “Jesus” (his quotation marks, not mine) will serenade you from Mexico as you walk along the Rio Grande in the Boquillas Canyon.

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Marathon Texas Photo Tour

The tiny town of Marathon, Texas was just a quick overnight stop on our way to Big Bend National Park, but we fell in love with Eve’s Garden Bed and Breakfast. Our couchsurfing hosts in Houston suggested this quirky place, and I’m so glad we splurged and spent the night there. The complex is created

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Time and Space

In Search of Time and Space

At first glance it appears like I am rich in time and space. I’m not working; I have full control over where I go and when. I can linger wherever I want for however long I want. Yet logistical restrictions are always around. If I want to be in northern California by the end of

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Kayak Adventure Gone Wrong

  Today on Pine Island we took the pedal kayaks out. Usually we take the double kayak out but after Martin’s little mishap yesterday, paddling is not a possibility for him. In fact typing is a bit of a stretch. It all started when… Martin dropped my toothbrush on the floor next to the toilet.

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Life on Pine Island, Florida

Life on Pine Island is pretty much awesome.  My day started at 6:30 a.m. with a meditation. Then, I exercise for 60-90 minutes while watching the sun rise. Because I hurt my knee running a few weeks ago, I’ve been doing a lot more low impact cardio, yoga, and strengthening exercises. After showering, I savor my

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One Weekend in New Orleans

I’m sitting at a table in the middle of Cafe du Monde in the French Quarter of New Orleans. The sweet scent of freshly deep-fried dough swirls around me. The servers run around with overfilled serving trays of cafe au laits and beignets.  Martin and I sit gingerly at our dirty table. Eventually our overworked

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