Tag Archives: Travel

Fun, fun, fun!

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More fun to report… I went on a boat ride with a group of people at Lake Lure and had lunch afterwards. Beautiful homes are perched on the side of the lake. The weather was perfect – ’70s. Every week … Continue reading →

Summer in Asheville / Hendersonville, North Carolina

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My summer has been great! I’m doing all of the things I enjoy…hiking, cycling, attending classes at the YMCA (even Yoga recently), socializing, and cooking. I’m the one in the orange below. I went bowling. It’s been a while, but … Continue reading →

Socializing, meeting a date at the Carl Sandburg Home National Historic site, chasing waterfalls in Cashiers, North Carolina, and an early 4th of July celebration!

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The other day, I went walking again with the Henderson County Welcome Club. The park where we walk is lovely. I’ve been out with a lady a couple of times and I invited her over for lunch and a walk. … Continue reading →

Exploring Spartanburg, South Carolina and hiking Bear Wallow Mountain trail

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My latest adventures include an hour drive from Hendersonville, N.C. to Spartanburg, S. C.  I’ve never been there. I explored Hatcher Garden and Woodland Preserve. There are walking trails and water features. I also checked out the downtown area and … Continue reading →

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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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 →