Category Archives: Animals & Wildlife

Michigan and Indiana – June 9-17, 2026

Posted on June 26, 2026 by Sharon

In July 2024 I did a solo road trip to Michigan and Indiana to visit family members. Fortunately, a long overdue return trip in June 2026 wasn’t a solo trip! 😊 We drove a little over 400 miles the first … Continue reading →

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A Visit to Rockbridge County, Virginia

Posted on February 20, 2026 by Sharon

Vacations don’t always require a lot of travel time to be enjoyable! A recent trip to Rockbridge County in the Shenandoah Valley of Virginia was only about 40 miles from where I live, but it proved to be a wonderful … Continue reading →

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Why Cats Should be Kept Indoors (Another Reason)

Posted on July 7, 2025 by Sharon

Most of my friends who have cats do not let them outside. They know that this helps to keep their kitty friends safer and healthier, and it also likely increases their lifespan. As cats are instinctive hunters, an indoor-only home … Continue reading →

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Camping at Westmoreland State Park – August 2024

Posted on August 23, 2024 by Sharon

After doing a multi-state road trip by myself in July, I planned my second solo camping trip of the summer for August. While there are many beautiful campgrounds in Virginia, I opted for Westmoreland State Park because I also wanted … Continue reading →

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SNAKES. WHY DID IT HAVE TO BE SNAKES?

Posted on May 19, 2023 by Sharon

May 16, 2023 When I went outside to pay the guys who were mowing my yard, I noticed that the birds were really noisy and nervously flying from tree to tree. It was so noticeable that I commented on this, … Continue reading →

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