There are, of course, the big 5 mammals that everyone hopes to see when they visit Rocky Mountain National Park. They are, in no particular order: moose, elk, bighorn sheep, bear, and mountain lions or cougars. These are the iconic animals of the Rocky Mountain region, at least in Colorado. However, there are an abundance […]
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Moose on the Loose in Rocky Mountain National Park
Rocky Mountain National Park is one of my favorite places on Earth. I guess you could say it’s my happy place. Not only does it feature majestic mountains, lovely green valleys with meandering rivers and streams, and unique geologic features, but it’s also home to some of the most iconic wildlife on the planet. Each […]
Rocky Mountain High
I know, this post is long overdue. So much has happened and there’s been a serious lack of available, reliable WiFi. But, at last, here it goes. I’m currently in Colorado visiting my son, Josh. Mowgli and I are loving the mountains. I’ve missed them more than I expected I would. We’ve been camping in […]
My Co-Pilot
My journey wouldn’t be complete without my best buddy and co-pilot, Mowgli. He loves to hike and go on adventures with me. Doesn’t he look regal in his co-pilot seat? He loves sitting up so high and looking out the windows from his perch. I rescued Mowgli almost four years ago. He’s been my constant […]
Meet Gypsy Two-Step: A Custom Designed Van Conversion
Yep! That’s a van. A plain white cargo van. Looks kinda dull, doesn’t it? For me, it was the culmination of many years of saving, planning, researching, and dreaming. At long last, I had taken the first step toward van life, and it felt great! That is, until I looked in the back of the […]
How My Journey Begins!
I had an epiphany a few years ago. I was sitting in a cubicle surrounded by office clatter, gossip mongers, and an aura of drudgery. I reread the same page half a dozen times. Nothing registered. So, I blankly stared at my screen trying to look busy. I couldn’t remember how I arrived here, at […]