Things to do Under Quarantine: Word Search Wednesday #11

Posted on Jun 3, 2020

While taking your mind off COVID-19 news, I encourage you to focus on what’s happening in our society. Download this free printable word search with the theme of Unity.

Political Tourism: My First Iowa Caucus

Posted on Apr 14, 2020

Is political tourism a thing? Well, yes, and this is a summary of attending my first Iowa Caucus.

European Travel Expert Rick Steves Talks 21st Century Travel

Posted on Mar 31, 2020

Rick Steves is America’s most respected authority on European travel. He recently answered questions about 21st century travel.

Ringling College Library Association Town Hall: General John F. Kelly

Posted on Jan 30, 2020

It was an honor listening to and meeting General John F. Kelly, former White House Chief of Staff and Secretary of Homeland Security in Sarasota. Here are highlights from his lecture and Q&A.

48 Hours in Washington, D.C. with My Parents

Posted on Oct 4, 2019

Sunday School with Jimmy Carter

Posted on Jul 19, 2019

Jimmy Carter teaches Sunday School twice a month at Maranatha Baptist Church in Plains, Ga. Here’s my experience.

Solo Travel in Georgia: 24 Hours in Plains

Posted on Jul 14, 2019

I spent 24 hours in Plains and attended Sunday School with former President Jimmy Carter at Maranatha Baptist Church. Here’s a timeline of my trip.

Yes. I Drank a $27 Cocktail at Trump International Hotel in Washington, D.C.

Posted on Apr 8, 2019

Yes. I drank a $27 cocktail at Trump International Hotel in Washington, D.C., and I have no regrets. We are certainly living in strange times.

My Thoughts on #ElectionDay2018

Posted on Nov 6, 2018

Sometimes I get political on my blog. Traveling opens your eyes to how the actions of elected officials and policies of our country impact others, whether traveling across the country or across the world and this why I beleive discuasing politics is important. #ElectionDay2018

Has the Outdoor World Abandoned YETI Because of Fake News?

Posted on Apr 24, 2018

I have to wonder, how is the NRA benefiting by spreading misleading information? I wonder how much money they received in donations over the weekend. Will anyone who believed the NRA release and now knows the other side feel betrayed and continue to believe them?

Solitude and Reflection in the U.S. Holocaust Memorial Museum

Posted on Jan 31, 2018

It’s been more than a year and I have a boatload of experiences still to share including a visit the U.S. Holocaust Memorial Museum in Washington, D.C. The visit came about because I was in the nation’s capital attending the inauguration of President Trump then attended the Women’s March the following day. 

Independence Day 2017: I Challenge My Fellow U.S. Citizens

Posted on Jul 4, 2017

Dear Fellow Citizens of the United States of America: Today is Independence Day. America’s birthday. And I challenge you…

My Plans for Donald Trump’s Presidential Inauguration

Posted on Nov 28, 2016

The President of the United States represents ALL Americans, not only those who voted for him, which is why I’ll be attending Donald J. Trump’s presidential inauguration on Jan. 20, 2017.

10 Patriotic Things to Do in Philadelphia

Posted on Jul 24, 2016

Philadelphia is the perfect place to hold the DNC Convention because it is nicknamed the Cradle of Liberty. This is the location where the Declaration of Independence and the U.S. Constitution were signed, forming the modern United State. Following are 10 patriotic things to do in Philadelphia.

My Photos from Hillary Clinton’s Presidential Campaign Rally in Tampa, July 22, 2016

Posted on Jul 23, 2016

‘Tis the season for politicking and I’m sharing my photos from Hillary Clinton’s presidential campaign stop in Tampa on July 22, 2016.