Columbia Museum of Art, S.C. and the Mint Museum Uptown in Charlotte, N.C.

Tuesday I drove from Charleston to Columbia, South Carolina. I’ve never been to Columbia and wanted to visit the Columbia Museum of Art. I’ve been to lots of Art museums, and I really liked this museum. I tend to like … Continue reading →

Exploring Magnolia Plantation & Gardens and the Charleston Historic District

Monday, I drove half an hour from Folly Beach to the Charleston Historic District and followed a pre-planned 2-mile walking route. I love this colorful and lush architecture! The Magnolia Plantation and Gardens is located half an hour from downtown … Continue reading →

Congaree National Park and Cypress Gardens, South Carolina

I left early yesterday morning for a mini solo road trip to Charleston for a couple of nights and Charlotte for a night. On the way, I stopped at Congaree National Park. I had never heard of this park. It … Continue reading →

Unity Park and Falls Park on the Reedy in Greenville, South Carolina

Thursday I set off early, 6:00 a.m., and drove to Greenville, South Carolina. It’s an hour drive from Hendersonville, North Carolina. I wanted to go to Costco and that’s the closest one. Once I was in Greenville, I stopped at … Continue reading →

North Carolina Arboretum, The Meadow at Highland Brewery, and Jewelry making

I’m in an Airbnb now until June 6th, that’s when my four month lease starts for a cute two-bedroom cottage in Hendersonville. Then I’ll be in another cute cottage in Asheville for 6 months. It’s a relief to have accommodations … Continue reading →

Asheville Art Museum and Botanical Gardens

I accomplished a lot on Mother’s Day! I did laundry, went to the grocery, and washed my car.  I visited the Asheville Botanical Gardens, but there were very few flowers. It was free admission though. I explored a bit of … Continue reading →

Driving on Highway 40 and visiting the Amarillo Botanical Garden

I’ve never been a fan of long driving trips. Especially not solo. I know they say to enjoy the journey, but some drives are just not fun or interesting. Yesterday’s drive on highway 40 from Gallup, New Mexico to Amarillo, … Continue reading →

Learning to go with the flow and exploring Petrified Forest National Park in Arizona

I found out a couple of days ago that I have a complex torn meniscus and baker’s cyst in my injured knee. I had been trying to take it easy and let it heal, but it didn’t get any better. … Continue reading →

Eating Healthy while Traveling

I know it’s difficult to eat healthy while traveling, but if you’re a full-time traveling Nomad (like me), it’s imperative to find healthy recipes and snacks. Since I’ve been back to the States from Spain, I haven’t had any junk … Continue reading →

Cycling the Virgin River North Trail via Confluence Park, visiting Sand Hollow State Park, and volunteering at Best Friends Animal Sanctuary

Friday’s adventure began with a dermatologist appt. an hour and a half from Kanab in St. George, Utah.  Then I went for a 20 mile bike ride along the Virgin River. Unfortunately, my battery died about a mile before the … Continue reading →

Cycling Zion Canyon Scenic Road and volunteering at Best Friends Animal Sanctuary in Kanab, Utah

Yesterday was fun! I cycled 20 miles on Zion Canyon Scenic Road. Since there are mainly shuttle buses beginning April 1st, it was peaceful without traffic. Amazingly beautiful! I also volunteered at Best Friends Animal Sanctuary in the medical cat … Continue reading →