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Life Is the Vacation: Why I Don’t “Take Trips” ~ I Live Adventures

Most people ask, “Where did you go on vacation?”I usually pause before answering. Because the truth is, I don’t really vacation. Not in the traditional sense, anyway. I don’t see my trips as escapes from real life or breaks from responsibility. I don’t pack my joy into one planned week…

Dec 19, 2025

Wander With Me, Travel Mindset, Slow Travel, Everyday Adventure, Life & Perspective,

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🌄 Day Trip: Natural Bridge, Kentucky | Red River Gorge 🌿

Took a little solo day trip down to Natural Bridge State Resort Park in the Red River Gorge area, and wow — even just exploring bits and pieces of the trails was worth it. I didn’t hike any of them in full this time, just wandered a bit to catch…

Nov 4, 2025

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Weekend Travel Hacks | How to Make the Most of a Long Weekend

Learn how to make your weekends feel longer with smart travel hacks — from leaving after work and car camping safely to leveraging long weekends with PTO. Save time, money, and make more memories on the road. Smart tips to stretch your time, money, and mileage, because adventure doesn’t have…

Oct 31, 2025

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🐾 Wander With Me: African Safari Wildlife Park – Port Clinton, Ohio 🦒

Looking for an unforgettable animal encounter without flying across the world? Let me introduce you to African Safari Wildlife Park in Port Clinton, Ohio—an interactive adventure that brings the safari right to your car window. This was my first time visiting the park, and it absolutely lived up to the…

Sep 19, 2025

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Porch Swings & Backroad Wins: The Reset I Needed

Discover the joy of front porch peace, dirt-road adventures, and unplugged living. Bonus: Learn how to travel, earn, and reset your soul—all at once. There’s something sacred about disconnecting just long enough to truly connect. A few weekends ago was a much-needed reset—one filled with dirt roads, card games, hummingbirds,…

Sep 12, 2025

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How I (Almost) Missed a Waterfall: Hidden Gems, GPS Fails, and a Little Travel Humor in West Virginia

Discover stunning waterfalls near Charleston, West Virginia—including Kanawha Falls, Cathedral Falls, and Charleston Falls (in Ohio). Avoid GPS mishaps and learn how to turn your travel adventures into income while exploring hidden gems! There’s nothing quite like the thrill of chasing waterfalls—unless, of course, you miss one. 🙈 Yep. You…

Sep 5, 2025

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🚤 A Hidden Gem on the Ohio River: Blennerhassett Island + Parkersburg Day Trip With Ferry Rides, History & River Views

Some of the most meaningful adventures are the ones that help you slow down. Blennerhassett Island Historical State Park, just across the Ohio River from Parkersburg, West Virginia, offers a peaceful blend of history, nature, and riverside serenity. From wagon rides to ferry views, this island experience leaves you refreshed—and…

Jul 29, 2025

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Where I’ve Been and What’s Coming Next; Wander With Me Blog | Real Adventures. Hidden Gems. Open Roads.

📍 Currently: Tea in one hand, map in the other Hey friends, It’s been about a month since my last blog post, but if things have felt a little quieter lately—there’s a good reason. I’ve been out doing exactly what this space is all about: wandering, exploring, and soaking in…

Jul 27, 2025

travel reflections, life on the road

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