Our Visit to “Old Colorado City”
Like most of our plans, Craig and I start with the first thing we want to do, then work ourselves […]
Breakfast at Seabiscuit Café on Mackinac Island
After our long bike ride around the Island, Craig and I were famished. The Main Street lined with it’s shops, […]
Finding ASMR at Disney World
It seems one of the trends, for the last couple of years anyways, is ASMR. What is it? ASMR stands […]
Our Hike in Rocky Mountain National Park
Before there was Florida and Disney World dreams, there was Colorado. Years ago, my Mom bought us this print of […]
My Disney Scrapbook Pages- Disney’s Teddy Bear and Doll Weekend 2007
Of the many things I miss of Disney past, it’s the awesome themed weekends they used to hold at Epcot. […]
My Triumph at Arch Rock on Mackinac Island
Craig and I are planners, for the most part and all we had really scheduled for Mackinac Island was the […]
Bob’s Big Boy- Then and Now
It’s Sheboygan, let’s say 1980s. I can still see it clearly in my head, which is crazy since I couldn’t […]
Our Romantic Stay at Estes Park Resort in Colorado
I have always wanted stay at a Log Cabin Home or Lodge, tucked in the Mountains somewhere. Waking up to […]
Why I Dress Up at Disney World
Let me rewind to 2005ish, and I decided that finally I am going to take my oldest daughter, Kyra, to […]
Tahquamenon Falls State Park
During our visit to Michigan, we had purposely planned a “whatever” day. That meant, whatever we wanted to do, sleep […]
“Wild Africa Trek” Tour at Disney’s Animal Kingdom…a Tale of Facing Your Fears
The beauty of going to Disney World so many times is being able to get a feel for the things […]
Taking “Shepler’s Ferry” from the St. Ignace Port to Mackinac Island
I am a planner, always have been and always will be. One of the main stressors I had, for no […]
Our 29th Anniversary Dinner at “Twin Owls Steakhouse” in Estes Park, Colorado
The Mountains, what calls us there? Is it their sheer size that makes our mouths drop in wonder, or is […]
My Disney Scrapbook Pages- 101 Dalmatians Section at All-Star Movies Resort
My experiences with scrapbooking have been that it is like writing or any other art form I create; the mood […]
Wildwood Wildlife Park…. Feeding the Goats and Deer
I think it must be a rite of passage that as a child we must be tormented by some sort […]
Why we LOVE “Morimoto Asia” at Disney Springs
On September 29th, 2015, a new culinary delight was born in the heart of Disney Springs, formally known as Disney’s […]
Our Visit to St. Ignace, Michigan
Once Craig and I signed up for the Michigan Paranormal Convention, we had to choose a place to stay. Having […]
Our Stay at the JW Marriott in the Mall of America
I love a good surprise, the kind you just didn’t see coming at all. Craig had gotten a bonus at […]
The Sheboygan County Asylum Ghost Tour
Being into the Paranormal, I was more than excited, and confused, when I watched “Kindred Spirits” and “Destination Fear” investigate […]
My Disney Scrapbook Pages- 1991 Disney World Trip
Before I became the “Relocated Tourist,” I was knee deep in 12x12s, page protectors and adhesive. I remember like it […]
Renting/Riding Bicycles on Mackinac Island
Unlike Disney, I did NOT research this trip very well, as it was sandwiched between Bristol and Colorado. We were […]
Adults Buying More Toys for Themselves these Days
I was running at the Gym this past week, and if you have been to any gym, you know they […]
Meeting Paranormal Celebrities at the Michigan Paracon
As many know, I have been a fan of the Paranormal pretty much my entire life. At a young age, […]
My Favorite Disney Counter Service Restaurant…. The Love of Satu’li Canteen
Have you ever walked in somewhere, that first step into someplace new and grand and felt the warmth wash […]
My Experience with the 2022 Fan Expo Chicago
I love checking out Expos and Conventions all over the Country, something always different and OH MY the cosplay! I […]
A Perfect Parakeet Paradise…”Wildwood Wildlife Park” Budgie Encounter
Over my birthday weekend this past year, Craig and I headed to “Wildwood Wildlife Park” formerly known as “Jim […]
The Cog Railway- Riding to the Heavens of Pikes Peak in Colorado
Back in 2021, I had this scheduled on my road trip and never got there. When I had made […]
The Number 22 and my Birthday
So it’s my Birthday today, and like most we like to look back on our year, and perhaps fall even […]
I Had Forgotten the Disney Feels…a Story About the Disney Commercials
So the one question I had been asked the most, living near Disney for the past 10 years, was “Does […]
The Old Town Trolley Tours in St. Augustine, FL, 2021
During the weekend of April 24-25th, 2021, Craig and I headed to St. Augustine for a relaxing weekend of good […]
The Paranormal Investigation at the Old Jail in St. Augustine, Florida
Why do some like the dark corners, and still love the feel of the light? I ask myself this all […]
My Ghost Tour at “The Stanley Hotel” aka “The Shining” Hotel
While booking and planning my road trip in 2018, I came across the Stanley while planning my leg through Colorado. […]
The “Billy Goat Tavern & Grill” in Chicago
If you have followed my travels this past summer, you know I have been to Chicago a couple of times. […]
Road Tripping ›
Rising Above the Fear when Dreaming Big
So as most of you know by now, I am heading on the road again this summer, maybe even sooner. […]
My Ghost Tour at “The Stanley Hotel” aka “The Shining” Hotel
While booking and planning my road trip in 2018, I came across the Stanley while planning my leg through Colorado. […]
Seeing “Woodbury,” aka Senoia, GA, from “The Walking Dead”
Check out that time I went to Woodbury for the first time...and enjoyed all the "Walking Dead" goodness!
Shot Tower in Dubuque, Iowa
No, not a Tower filled with alcohol, but that would be realy nice!
Walt Disney World ›
Why I Dress Up at Disney World
Let me rewind to 2005ish, and I decided that finally I am going to take my oldest daughter, Kyra, to […]
“Wild Africa Trek” Tour at Disney’s Animal Kingdom…a Tale of Facing Your Fears
The beauty of going to Disney World so many times is being able to get a feel for the things […]
My Disney Scrapbook Pages- 101 Dalmatians Section at All-Star Movies Resort
My experiences with scrapbooking have been that it is like writing or any other art form I create; the mood […]
My Disney Scrapbook Pages- 1991 Disney World Trip
Before I became the “Relocated Tourist,” I was knee deep in 12x12s, page protectors and adhesive. I remember like it […]
Relocation to FL ›
Throwback Thursdays… “The Choices We Would Make Differently” commented and reflected on.
The original post was written on June 23rd, 2011, about 2ish weeks after we officially moved to Florida. This Throwback […]
Throwback Thursday: “50 Things We Won’t Be Doing in FL”…a Post Revisited and Commented On.
I thought it would be fun to revisit old blog posts and comment on the REAL of what happened from […]
What’s In a Name?
For those who don’t know our story, back in 2009, Craig and I were on our nightly walk when we […]
Take the Time
For both moves to Florida, the husband and I rented online, sight unseen. Sure we saw pictures of the places […]
Haunted Places ›
Day 66: Turner, Oregon… “Enchanted Forest,” and the Drive to Sisters, Oregon
Thursday, August 5th, 2021 After such a chill day yesterday, it was almost disappointing to have things to do today. […]
The Sheboygan County Asylum Ghost Tour
Being into the Paranormal, I was more than excited, and confused, when I watched “Kindred Spirits” and “Destination Fear” investigate […]
Day 56: Leavenworth Village in Washington and Thornwood Castle
Monday, July 26th, 2021 Days Inn last night proved to be a much-needed rest, although I forget how much I […]
Day 53: Kalispell, Montana, Mountain Berry Bowls, Conrad Mansion, and Kalispell Cemetery
Friday, July 23rd, 2021 A couple days left in Montana, I woke up with a renewed spirit since my migraine […]
Love of Lincoln Series ›
Day 10: New Glasses, “Starved Rock” State Park, Ottawa, and “Station One.”
Thursday, June 10th, 2021 A beautiful morning here in Illinois, I woke up ready to join the day with new […]
The Abraham Lincoln National Cemetery
On my travels through the Midwest this summer, I found myself drawn to the life and times of the great […]
My Top Ten Favorite Places I Visited in 2020
Let me start by saying that many even reading this title will say “Are you talking about to my living […]
The DeSoto House Hotel
A wonderful piece of haunted history.
From the Heart ›
The Number 22 and my Birthday
So it’s my Birthday today, and like most we like to look back on our year, and perhaps fall even […]
Day 9: Lessons Learned on the Road
Wednesday, June 9th, 2021 I hit the open road by 6 a.m. this morning, grateful for the kindness and hospitality […]
I Had Forgotten the Disney Feels…a Story About the Disney Commercials
So the one question I had been asked the most, living near Disney for the past 10 years, was “Does […]
A Tribute to a Dear Friend
Back in 2009 when I started the blog, I didn’t expect much. I thought I would write a bit, maybe […]
The Relocated Tourist 
Meeting Paranormal Celebrities at the Michigan Paracon
As many know, I have been a fan of the Paranormal pretty much my entire life. At a young age, […]
Our Hike in Rocky Mountain National Park
Before there was Florida and Disney World dreams, there was Colorado. Years ago, my Mom bought us this print of […]
My Favorite Disney Counter Service Restaurant…. The Love of Satu’li Canteen
Have you ever walked in somewhere, that first step into someplace new and grand and felt the warmth wash […]
The Cog Railway- Riding to the Heavens of Pikes Peak in Colorado
Back in 2021, I had this scheduled on my road trip and never got there. When I had made […]
Renting/Riding Bicycles on Mackinac Island
Unlike Disney, I did NOT research this trip very well, as it was sandwiched between Bristol and Colorado. We were […]
Day 53: Kalispell, Montana, Mountain Berry Bowls, Conrad Mansion, and Kalispell Cemetery
Friday, July 23rd, 2021 A couple days left in Montana, I woke up with a renewed spirit since my migraine […]
Day 52: Whitefish, Montana and Delicious Crepes.
July 22nd, 2021 It was one of those mornings where I just took my time and tried to just wake […]
Day 54: Montana Renaissance Faire and the Oscar Wienermobile
Saturday, July 24th, 2021 Last day in Montana, bitter sweet to move on tomorrow but always exciting to see what’s […]
My Disney Scrapbook Pages: Downtown Disney
As long as I can remember, I have loved shopping the Disney shopping district. First when it was Disney Marketplace […]