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About Me

M. J. Good-Leake

M. J. Good-Leake

I am Blogger, Creative Writer, Poet, Wildlife & Landscape Photographer. As a retiree full-time travel blogger touring the U.S., I provide my opinion, wisdom, and thoughts about travel, retirement lifestyle, and life. I'm an aspiring pre-published indie author of baby boomer romance and adventures with a whimsical comedic side. I enjoy photographing wildlife and landscapes, mountain biking, kayaking, hiking, and backpacking. I mostly travel the back roads of America, Canada, and Mexico, documenting my adventures via print and photography.

Recent Post

Patience = Wisdom
09/21/2023
Migratory travelers
09/14/2023
Illinois River shoreline
Minnesota State Parks, Wow!
08/10/2023
Prairie trail Buffalo River State Park
Trumpeter Swans.
07/27/2023
Maplewood State Park, MN.
District School Houses
07/21/2023
Looking north bound on MN route 59.
Early Summer Travels
07/04/2023
Nature’s trails heals.
06/29/2023
Triple “H,” Weekend!
06/01/2023
Nicodemus, KS, 2023
05/27/2023
Road Runner Rest Stop
04/21/2023
Road Runner New Mexico State Bird
Love and Healing
04/19/2023
Elephant Butte Reservoir NM
Full-time RV home, yes mama.
04/06/2023
81 Palms 55+ RV resort campground
Sleeping in Nature
04/05/2023
Deserts of Moab Utah.
2020, MN, ND, Harvest Hosts and destinations.
03/24/2023
Hyphened Journeys
03/21/2023
Saguaro National Park East, Again
03/12/2023
Saguaro National Park East Sunset
My Valentine’s Day love letter.
02/14/2023
Fellowshipping with new friends
02/04/2023
Sunsetting in the Arizona desert
Desert morning
02/02/2023
Image captured by the author Saguaro National Park Tucson AZ.
Rubber Tramp Rendezvous 2023
01/31/2023
Happy New Year, 2023
01/01/2023
Yuma AZ BLM Near VFW on Route 95
Poetry is Nature
12/29/2022
Uinta-Wasatch-Cache National Forest⁩, ⁨Salt Lake City⁩, ⁨Utah⁩, ⁨United States⁩
End of the Year, 2022
12/18/2022
Foxy receiving solar charging desert style.
Summer of Fun 2022
10/24/2022
Arctic Fox 22G
Golden moments of a day.
09/19/2022
Fl Everglades Sunrise
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Retiree anniversary

Expedition Nomadic Adventurer 01/28/2022 6 Comments

Sunrise Matanza Pass Fort Myer Beach Florida I once was a hard-working, career-minded son, military personnel, husband, father, civil service worker to survive and enjoy the fruits of forty years…

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The wisdom of 4-dating questions. (Short story) 2-parts

Expedition Nomadic Adventurer 03/18/2020 1 Comments

Mom, when did you actually know you were in love with dad?

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“A patched quilt of life.”

Expedition Nomadic Adventurer 09/10/2018 1 Comments

Two weeks before Thanksgiving, I entered the local library for a book, and I saw the most incredibly beautiful king size quilt hanging on display behind glass. I stood for…

A pre-published author blog Compassion Family Lessons Learned Short Stories Wisdom

“Halloween Neighborhood-Lessons.”

Expedition Nomadic Adventurer 11/07/2017 3 Comments

There was a time in the 60's, and 70's when the mystery of keeping your home secure during the Halloween season was something you passed on to new neighbors. I…

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“Cloaked in darkness.”

Expedition Nomadic Adventurer 10/14/2017 0 Comments

A 5-year-old girl in a playground stops to look at the flight of a butterfly. She runs around mimicking its movements to understand the butterfly's flying motions. Malka Michaela Barshishathttp://malkamichaela.blogspot.com/2011/02/illustration-friday-swarm.html…

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“Good Morning Foggy Haze.”

Expedition Nomadic Adventurer 08/02/2017 0 Comments

I awake with a foggy haze, covering my eyes, I stumble to my bathroom to begin my day. When I reach out for my toothbrush, I looked in the mirror…

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A motorcyclist’s ordinary day,

Expedition Nomadic Adventurer 03/25/2017 6 Comments

I have traveled across the US via motorcycle for well over twenty years along the two-lane asphalt, dirt and gravel roads tying the small towns of America together, like knots…

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“A Journey’s expectation.”

Expedition Nomadic Adventurer 03/25/2017 3 Comments

Several hours ago we were seated at our dining room table Loretta, and I sat next to one another holding hands, sharing kisses as our excitement mounted about our retirement…

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Ruminating and Swarm

Expedition Nomadic Adventurer 03/13/2017 6 Comments

It was a chilly spring evening as Floyd, and Pegg Harkins' sat rocking in their chairs watching the sun set behind the dark green mountains of the Beaverden, West Virgina.…

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“Embarrassing​ squat.”

Expedition Nomadic Adventurer 02/16/2017 4 Comments

It was a hot July the 4th holiday, and several of my neighborhoods were gathered at my home as I hosted a Bar-B-Que. One of my, neighbors a young couple…

A pre-published author Blog Postings creative writings Love Short Stories Travel Wisdom

“Love is Patient.”

Expedition Nomadic Adventurer 12/03/2016 10 Comments

Lorraine Archer was standing before a full-length mirror contemplating the incredible turn of events that have unfolded in her life.  The mirror reflected the white wedding dress, covering a…

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“Original.”

Expedition Nomadic Adventurer 10/15/2016 2 Comments

During my teenage years around the mid to late 70's I was told to feather my hair since it was the style of the time. However as time passed into…

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“Pleasurable Reality”

Expedition Nomadic Adventurer 07/02/2016 3 Comments

  Many pleasures can be seen watching people and pets. People's faces reveal their pleasure during conversations producing laughter, smiles, and giggles. People show their pleasure while holding hands, eating…

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“Mountain”

Expedition Nomadic Adventurer 06/12/2016 0 Comments

The sight of most mountains stirs within some humans the desire to explore a trail to conquered and stand upon the summit. As you walk along a path, crossing the…

A pre-published author Blog Postings Duty & Honor Peaceful Easy Feeling Short Stories Wisdom

“Phase of Life”

Expedition Nomadic Adventurer 06/06/2016 0 Comments

From birth to death, during life, we journey through phases. Phases are the essential components of your soul. Reflecting upon past phases can bring clarity into future phases. So what…

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“Leap Month & Year”

Expedition Nomadic Adventurer 02/29/2016 1 Comments

Poets and Writers Prompt. 2016 is a Leap Year, meaning February gets an extra day on Monday, February 29. Push this one step further and invent—instead of an extra day—an…

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“Longing for Gravity”

Expedition Nomadic Adventurer 02/27/2016 7 Comments

You are on a mission to Mars. Because of the length of the journey, you will never be able to return to Earth. What about our blue planet will you…

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“Say Your Name”

Expedition Nomadic Adventurer 02/18/2016 1 Comments

Write about your first name: Are you named after someone or something? Are there any stories or associations attached to it? If you had the choice, would you rename yourself?…

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“Live to Eat”

Expedition Nomadic Adventurer 02/09/2016 4 Comments

Some people "Eat to live" while others "Live to eat." What about you? How far would you travel for the best meal of your life? I have traveled 937 miles,…

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“Not Lemonade”

Expedition Nomadic Adventurer 01/26/2016 2 Comments

When life gives, your lemons make something else. Tell us about a time you used an object to resolve a tricky situation in an unorthodox way. Every morning awakening with…

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“B+ Weekend”

Expedition Nomadic Adventurer 01/22/2016 2 Comments

Write about what you did last weekend as though you're a music critic reviewing a new album. This past weekend reading, writing, and the NFL playoffs were united with music…

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“Safety First”

Expedition Nomadic Adventurer 12/25/2015 0 Comments

Share a story about a time you felt unsafe. When I began kayaking fishing, I was never worried about my safety with my personal floatation device secured, sunscreen, hat to…

A pre-published author Aspiring Writer Blog Postings Family Flash Fiction Short Stories

“Unexpected Guest”

Expedition Nomadic Adventurer 12/20/2015 4 Comments

You walk into your home to find a couple you don't know sitting in your living room, eating a slice of cake. Tell us what happens next. After completing my morning…

A pre-published author Blog Postings Love Relationships Retirement Short Stories Short Story Walking

“Everything Changes” (A love story)

Expedition Nomadic Adventurer 12/10/2015 2 Comments

Walking down the street, you encounter a folded piece of paper on the sidewalk. You pick it up and read it and immediately, your life has changed. Describe the experience.…

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“Pour Some Sugar on Me”

Expedition Nomadic Adventurer 12/08/2015 3 Comments

What is your favorite sweet thing to eat? Bread pudding? Chocolate chip oatmeal cookies? A smooth and creamy piece of cheesecake? Tell us about the anticipation and delight of eating…

A pre-published author Blog Postings Flash Fiction Healthy living Peaceful Easy Feeling Retirement lifestyle Self reflection Short Stories

“Sorry, I’m Busy”

Expedition Nomadic Adventurer 12/08/2015 1 Comments

Tell us about a time when you should have helped someone... but didn't. Sorry, I’m busy, is the phrase, I have used for myself, as I learned to take time…

A pre-published author Aspiring Writer blog Blog Postings Bucketlist Dreams Flash Fiction Short Stories Short Story Travel

The Wanderer

Expedition Nomadic Adventurer 12/03/2015 0 Comments

Tell us about the top five place you've always wanted to visit The word “Wanderer” is the name I gave my motorcycle nine years ago. I wandered across the US…

Aspiring Writer Blog Postings Flash Fiction Short Stories

“Isn’t Your Face Red”

Expedition Nomadic Adventurer 08/04/2015 16 Comments

In response to The Daily Post's writing prompt: "Isn’t Your Face Red." When was the last time you were embarrassed? How do you react to embarrassment? I cannot recently recall a…

Aspiring Writer Blogging Flash Fiction Short Stories

“Choose Your Adventure: Speed”

Expedition Nomadic Adventurer 06/19/2015 0 Comments

In response to The Daily Post's writing prompt: "Choose Your Adventure." Write a story or post with an open ending, and let your readers invent the conclusion. I pull the…

Flash Fiction Short Stories

“My Neighbors Dog, named BOB”

Expedition Nomadic Adventurer 06/10/2015 5 Comments

In response to The Daily Post's writing prompt: "A Dog Named Bob." You have 20 minutes to write a post that includes the words mailbox, bluejay, plate, syrup, and ink. And…

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Patience = Wisdom

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Migratory travelers

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Minnesota State Parks, Wow!

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Trumpeter Swans.

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A wonderful serenity has taken possession of my entire soul, like these sweet mornings of spring which I enjoy with my whole heart.

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