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Minnesota State Parks, Wow!

Expedition Nomadic Adventurer 08/10/2023 2 Comments

An adventurous excitement that my heart and soul craves several return visits to enjoy thoroughly.

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Rubber Tramp Rendezvous 2023

Expedition Nomadic Adventurer 01/31/2023 4 Comments

I enjoyed the company of several dogs who satisfied my dog-fix.

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Summer of Fun 2022

Expedition Nomadic Adventurer 10/24/2022 9 Comments

60, born in the 60s.

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Bonnieville Salt Flats

Expedition Nomadic Adventurer 04/12/2022 2 Comments

Experiencing a unique beauty during a different season.

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Writing, reading and a short story

Expedition Nomadic Adventurer 08/09/2021 1 Comments

The fourth question sent many would-be dates scurrying away.

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Santa Cruz Wharf wildlfe

Expedition Nomadic Adventurer 09/14/2019 0 Comments

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Glacier National Park

Expedition Nomadic Adventurer 08/10/2019 9 Comments

Glacier National Park is a natural amusement park, with hiking, and backpacking trails providing a soul calming meditative experience costing less than the entrance to Disney World, or Six Flags.…

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“Some fun Mountain biking time.”

Expedition Nomadic Adventurer 12/18/2018 5 Comments

It has been three months of writing, editing, re-writing, editing, and a repeat of all with an occasional blog post. I recently took time for some mountain biking in Florida,…

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“Their love is with me forever.”

Expedition Nomadic Adventurer 11/06/2018 8 Comments

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0fpR07wwpS4 I recently viewed the movie trailer "Green Book" scheduled for November 21, 2018, release in the US, and it triggered my thoughts about my travels across the US during…

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“Hiking and Backpacking Fears.”

Expedition Nomadic Adventurer 10/08/2018 4 Comments

On many occasions, my family and friends have voiced their concerns about me backpacking or hiking into the forests and deserts. They fear for my safety of everything and anything…

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“Hiking and backpacking fears.”

Expedition Nomadic Adventurer 09/28/2018 7 Comments

On many occasions, my family and friends have voiced they're concerned about me backpacking or hiking into the forests and deserts. They fear for my safety of everything and…

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Regular routine?

Expedition Nomadic Adventurer 09/20/2018 1 Comments

For the past several months, I have struggled with a writing routine as I traveled but, summer has eased into autumn, and I draw inspiration from quotes, by Gustave Flaubert.…

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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…

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“A National Parks Geek.”

Expedition Nomadic Adventurer 09/06/2018 3 Comments

It was a day after the American Labor Day holiday and the unofficial end of summer. But more importantly for me, it is the demographic transition of the US National…

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Traveling soothes the soul.”

Expedition Nomadic Adventurer 09/03/2018 8 Comments

Recently while I was touring and photographing the West Rim Drive of Crater Lake in Oregon, I met a New Zealander in his late twenties, and a 66-year-old couple all…

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“Pacific Crest Trail Days.”

Expedition Nomadic Adventurer 08/31/2018 8 Comments

The Pacific Crest Trail Celebrated 50 Years as A National Scenic Trail of 2,650 miles from the California Mexican border to the Washington State, Canadian Boarder. It normally takes…

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“Chipmunks Everywhere!”

Expedition Nomadic Adventurer 08/30/2018 3 Comments

I was taking a short day hike around the campground in Collier Memorial Park in Oregon when I met another camper/traveler and our conversation turned to current events. It was…

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“Travel dreams crossing the U.S.”

Expedition Nomadic Adventurer 08/15/2018 11 Comments

Monarch Pass, on route 50, in Colorado, at over 12000 feet above sea level. It has been a little over a month since I last posted a blog simply…

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“Womens Rights Museum.”

Expedition Nomadic Adventurer 07/15/2018 1 Comments

There are many unique museums and places I want to visit, learn and further understand American history. Many tourists and travelers see and reveal in video and blog postings the…

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“Table talk.” (short Story)

Expedition Nomadic Adventurer 06/24/2018 1 Comments

The town of Creighton New Hampshire was to celebrate the 1948 class reunion of the small towns only high school with 43 of the original 97 class members still alive. On…

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Astral Congregation

Expedition Nomadic Adventurer 02/25/2018 1 Comments

At the beach, or in the park, the morning blend of sites and sounds coupled with the warm sunrise temperatures to sooth the skin adds to the beauty of the day ahead,. Sparrows,…

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“Finally 2017 ending, now 2018!”

Expedition Nomadic Adventurer 01/01/2018 4 Comments

Finally, with the end of 2017, the entire world is looking forward to 2018 with incredible optimism. Many people around the world will begin new healthy and personal habits in…

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A traveler’s miraculous discovery

Expedition Nomadic Adventurer 12/24/2017 1 Comments

Wanderer, your footsteps are the road, and nothing more; wanderer, there is no road, the road is made by walking. Antonio Machado A wannabe traveler's miraculous discovery is the day…

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“Legendary Inheritance.”

Expedition Nomadic Adventurer 12/14/2017 1 Comments

Fifteen years have passed since international Dodgeball star Lucas Leonard Lopez was seen on the court. However, his eldest son Lewis Leonard Lopez has followed in his father's footsteps playing…

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“Procrastinating Pressure.”

Expedition Nomadic Adventurer 12/01/2017 5 Comments

The significance of procrastinating pressure to complete goals is sometimes a necessary emotion when you find snippets of excuses to forgo what should be done. With thirty days to write 50,000 words,…

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“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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“Ghoulish.”

Expedition Nomadic Adventurer 11/01/2017 6 Comments

I have never really liked Halloween since the horrible calamity of 1975, for which my father tells the story with the smiling gleefulness of a teenager like it was yesterday.…

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“Mirrored Gratitude.”

Expedition Nomadic Adventurer 10/29/2017 0 Comments

With their annual Halloween party two days away, Erica stood in the mirror admiring her Cleopatra costume. She adjusted the black wig with a gold beaded headpiece while marveling at…

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“Identifying Trademarks.”

Expedition Nomadic Adventurer 10/27/2017 2 Comments

The identifying trademarks were visible when the border officer lifted the tarp to reveal the cylindrical barrel. This story began after my best friend Charles and I attended the San…

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“Cacophony: A band parents story.”g

Expedition Nomadic Adventurer 10/24/2017 0 Comments

My next door neighbors, Clifford and Joyce Ingram's raised 6-children, who were born two and three years apart. When their eldest child Cynthia began playing the drums in the local…

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“Enlighten.”

Expedition Nomadic Adventurer 10/23/2017 4 Comments

Enlightening moments in time brings life into focus. (M. J. Leake) After thirty-nine years of marriage, three adult children, one hysterectomy, and a husband I share a love with that…

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“Express.”

Expedition Nomadic Adventurer 10/20/2017 0 Comments

Do you love to dance, sing, write, sculpt, paint, or debate? What’s your favorite way to express yourself, creatively? I use words creatively in sentences, paragraphs, short stories and soon…

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“Brave, heroic, courageous, and daring.”

Expedition Nomadic Adventurer 10/19/2017 0 Comments

The above words are used to describe acts done by a person that if given a moment of thought many people would not perform for any reason. A person is…

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“Ascending.”

Expedition Nomadic Adventurer 10/16/2017 4 Comments

Life is like ascending a mountain one foot after another to accomplish what is desired. Standing atop of an accomplishment is a personal goal and time to reflect upon the journey…

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“Succumb.”

Expedition Nomadic Adventurer 10/15/2017 0 Comments

Succumbing to life's temptations keeps you from being your best. Succumbing to the bitterness of life closes your mind to reconciliation. Succumbing to the fear of learning leaves you…

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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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“Inflated elastic beauty.”

Expedition Nomadic Adventurer 10/11/2017 4 Comments

The elastic balloons cover the grounds as far as the eye can see. Ground crews hold lines as the balloons are inflated reaching heights towering towards the sky. Thousands of…

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“Popular outdoor activities interest continues.”

Expedition Nomadic Adventurer 10/04/2017 4 Comments

For baby boomers, it is believed that upon a certain age exciting, interesting outdoor and athletics activities are limited, curtailed, or not done based on age. However, for the active…

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“Mighty is the music of our lives.”

Expedition Nomadic Adventurer 09/22/2017 2 Comments

Mighty is the sound of instruments to create the music of our desires from within our soul. Without the sound of instruments to create the music from our hearts,…

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“Social media crumbs”

Expedition Nomadic Adventurer 09/21/2017 1 Comments

Social media produces journalling crumbs of our past. Crumbs for those you chose to see the highs and lows of your life. Wisdom can be gained from the crumbs of…

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“A tentative short story.”

Expedition Nomadic Adventurer 09/19/2017 4 Comments

Recreating a time from the past can be an adventure. Malcolm & Ethel Marshall, lived thirty-three wonderful years in a beautifully appointed retirement transitional housing community. They both retired at…

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“An iconic American road.”

Expedition Nomadic Adventurer 09/19/2017 3 Comments

I was traveling south along Nevada route 95 when I wandered into Las Vegas to visit family and to check out Red Rock Canyon Conservation Area. When I told my uncle…

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“”Penchant for poo.”

Expedition Nomadic Adventurer 09/14/2017 8 Comments

As a child growing up, I always had Labrador Retrievers as pets, and one of my chores was picking up after the dog. When I became an adult, I swore…

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“Disobey.”

Expedition Nomadic Adventurer 09/13/2017 2 Comments

I learned very early in my childhood before I started school that acting bad or being bad brought about a spanking or a scolding at the least. When I began…

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“Overcome.”

Expedition Nomadic Adventurer 09/09/2017 1 Comments

The word "Overcome" is over used, because everyone's daily life is filled with moments, hours, days, months, and years of challenges. Without challenges, life will become boring and lackadaisical, and…

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“I am Pricelessly, Critical, to Continue.”

Expedition Nomadic Adventurer 09/03/2017 10 Comments

My last posting "Enamored with nature," apparently was my 1000th blog post on Wordpress. :-) My priceless blog life began 2013 when I signed up for a Wordpress site, but…

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“Enamored with Nature.”

Expedition Nomadic Adventurer 09/03/2017 12 Comments

After viewing and capturing photos of the natural beauty in Yellowstone National Park, I found the Flagg Ranch Campgrounds located along the John D Rockafeller Parkway in between Yellowstone National…

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“Rhyme or Reason?”

Expedition Nomadic Adventurer 08/31/2017 5 Comments

Children who become teenagers and eventually adults are a wonderment of untold measurement. (M.J.Leake) As the days, months, years, and decades pass, with mothers day, fathers day, birthdays, and holidays gatherings…

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“Travel reflections in a Cody Wy Walmart lot.”

Expedition Nomadic Adventurer 08/29/2017 4 Comments

Some retirees try to recall memories and thoughts of their adolescent and childhood years. If they are able, they spend the second chapter of their lives fulfilling those dreams of…

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“Unfurl and Synchronized Traffic.”

Expedition Nomadic Adventurer 08/27/2017 3 Comments

Depending on where you live planning a trip from your home to travel across town can easily be accomplished depending on where you live. In the major metropolitan cities…

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“Corners and Sunflowers.”

Expedition Nomadic Adventurer 08/23/2017 10 Comments

Traveling through Cody Wyoming I was able to satisfy the Wordpress photo challenge which asks for corners and intersections. This old red barn projects exceptional corners intersecting and surrounded by Sunflower circles.…

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“Spring Symphony!”

Expedition Nomadic Adventurer 08/03/2017 1 Comments

There was a united symbolism as the band members walked from both sides of the stage to their seats for their premiere spring symphonic performance. Everyone in the audience eagerly…

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” Opening your gate of lustful desires to travel.”

Expedition Nomadic Adventurer 07/31/2017 3 Comments

Within some people is a gate closing off a lustful desire they refuse to open called travel. Lights of curiosity shine along the creases tempting your wishes, but fear and…

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“Serendipity.”

Expedition Nomadic Adventurer 06/28/2017 1 Comments

It was a sunny Sunday morning as I waited in traffic for the light to change when the sounds of tires screeching interrupted my music. I instinctively peered into my…

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“Radiating calm and coolness.”

Expedition Nomadic Adventurer 05/29/2017 0 Comments

Many years ago during my childhood, I was always my mother's accompanier. If she went to a funeral, of a friend, I went. Evening events at the church, I went,…

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“Survived to wander.”

Expedition Nomadic Adventurer 05/27/2017 5 Comments

Many people feel adrift in a mass marketing capitalistic world we all live within. However, some people or catapulted with a desire to wander nomadically. Wanderlust has been described by…

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“Bitterly exposed, where is Edgar?”

Expedition Nomadic Adventurer 05/08/2017 0 Comments

Mother, I'm so upset and angry with Wilbur, this is the third time this month he has been naughty. What did he do? Well, when I returned home from work…

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“Lifestyle, Panicked and None.”

Expedition Nomadic Adventurer 05/06/2017 1 Comments

The Wordpress prompts can inspire and initiate thoughts of the past, present, and future. For me, the words lifestyle, panicked and none are associated with my current lifestyle when I…

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“Avid.”

Expedition Nomadic Adventurer 04/24/2017 4 Comments

As a child, I spent most of my life outside and unbeknownst to my parents, on nights above 32-dergrees I would sneak out of my suburban Minneapplolis MN bedroom window…

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“The 50th Wedding Anniversary.”

Expedition Nomadic Adventurer 04/23/2017 2 Comments

Hello, my name is Johnathan and tonight we have gathered to celebrate the 50th wedding anniversary of my parents. My parents have a foundation of friendship and a passionate love…

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“Journey Unravel.”

Expedition Nomadic Adventurer 04/13/2017 7 Comments

Usually, a journey takes someone from one location to another, so what is a personal journey? Within the mind, a personal journey begins with imagination, a dream or idea, driven…

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“Prudent kids on the cusp of being champions.”

Expedition Nomadic Adventurer 04/05/2017 4 Comments

We all have gathered her for our annual sports awards banquet to honor and celebrate the mighty, mighty, Bulldogs who are champions again. I want to recognize and applaud all…

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“Ordinary Parent.”

Expedition Nomadic Adventurer 03/27/2017 4 Comments

Katherine Humphrey's is a mother of two, a three-month-old son and Shelby her 4-year-old daughter. After placing both in their bedrooms for afternoon naps, she settled in at her kitchen…

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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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“The Roads Taken.”

Expedition Nomadic Adventurer 03/17/2017 2 Comments

The photos of the roads I have taken vary widely from Aligator Alley near the Florida Everglades to the Alaska Highway, interstate 70 in Utah, Wyoming, Nebraska and the…

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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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‘Doubt.”

Expedition Nomadic Adventurer 03/08/2017 0 Comments

Doubt is an emotion resting on the foundation of fear slowing the momentum to move forward on your initial decision. Doubt and hesitation are similar allowing fear to enter any…

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“Hesitate.”

Expedition Nomadic Adventurer 03/07/2017 4 Comments

Hesitate, and the moment passes. Hesitate, and you miss the opportunity. Hesitate, and you will become regretful. Hesitate, and your dreams will not become a reality. Hesitation is a consideration…

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“Desire.”

Expedition Nomadic Adventurer 03/03/2017 2 Comments

My desire to write and blog is usually divided equally, but as of late, only one has taken the forefront of my life. Desired priorities to develop, create, organize and…

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“Glitter Child.”

Expedition Nomadic Adventurer 02/21/2017 2 Comments

With my grandmother crafting Easter Baskets we use glitter sprinkled on the gifts, candy, and toys. As a child multi-colored glitter sparkles light everywhere. When I find the glitter bottle,…

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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…

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“Sounds of Silence.”

Expedition Nomadic Adventurer 02/16/2017 2 Comments

Many years ago I participated in a stress management class where I gathered the knowledge of learning to de-stress to live a more peaceful life. When the teacher who taught…

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“Expectations, Stress & Achievement.”

Expedition Nomadic Adventurer 02/15/2017 1 Comments

The human imagination of expectations usually increases the stress of many people. To achieve successful imagined expectations, it takes discipline and dedication. Initiating a detailed written schedule, any imagined…

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“Cleaning.”

Expedition Nomadic Adventurer 02/10/2017 3 Comments

Timothy and Susan Crawford were married thirty-nine years when on Valentine’s Day, their oldest son Jason asked his college sweetheart Meredith to marry him. Meredith said yes, and they planned…

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“Resist.”

Expedition Nomadic Adventurer 02/09/2017 3 Comments

With the first month of 2017 in the review mirror, many New Years resolutions have fallen prey to various forms of temptations. For those who want to sustain their resolutions,…

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“Wedding Invitations,”

Expedition Nomadic Adventurer 01/30/2017 2 Comments

I attended two weddings accompanied by my special someone who excited my mother with the possibilities of our marriage one day. When my mom attended the second wedding, she discovered…

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“Marathon,”

Expedition Nomadic Adventurer 01/29/2017 7 Comments

The idea to participate in the marathon was initiated during an employees meeting when I quickly volunteered to support the team. A total of 14 employees rounded out the team…

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Exquisite

Expedition Nomadic Adventurer 01/26/2017 3 Comments

My name is Sylvester Williewood, and the Mercantile Finance Corporation has employed me for thirty-seven years. I began my career in the mail room, and I have risen to become…

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“Unseen.”

Expedition Nomadic Adventurer 01/23/2017 8 Comments

I close my eyes to behold our wedding with the beauty we shared I close my eyes to observe our honeymoon, and I smile I close my eyes to see…

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“Capable.”

Expedition Nomadic Adventurer 01/22/2017 7 Comments

Growing up in Miami, during my college year's I easily maintained a 4,0-grade point average whenever. To pass tests, I imagined calmly strolling along South Beach in Miami Fl with…

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“Someday,”

Expedition Nomadic Adventurer 01/21/2017 2 Comments

Someday, I'm going to gain the opportunity I seek. Someday, I'm going to repair the air conditioner. Someday, I'm going to paint the house. Someday, I'm going to install the…

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Cling

Expedition Nomadic Adventurer 01/20/2017 5 Comments

I'm a wife to a wonderful husband of 12-years, a mother of beautiful twin girls age 4, and a 6-year old boy. By 5:00 am, I'm enjoying my first cup…

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“Uneven.”

Expedition Nomadic Adventurer 01/19/2017 7 Comments

During my four years of college, I maintained twelve college credit hours per semester, six during the summer including twelve hours of lab work per month the two semesters before…

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“Shine.”

Expedition Nomadic Adventurer 01/18/2017 2 Comments

Every one of our 137 talented performing art graduates are uniquely special. They are blessed with talents & skills that shine from within in for us all to see in…

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“Infinite

Expedition Nomadic Adventurer 01/17/2017 2 Comments

The infinity sign indicates continuous possibilities. it is limitless or endless in space. It is impossible to measure or calculate. It is never ending like the love everyone seeks. It…

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“Love Specific.”

Expedition Nomadic Adventurer 01/16/2017 5 Comments

It has been thirty-seven years of marriage, yet when I graduated college with a degree in English Literature with a fellowship to attend the Iowa University creative writing program for…

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“Float. A short story”

Expedition Nomadic Adventurer 01/12/2017 0 Comments

Kevin and Katelyn Crawford ages 48 and 49 are a couple with four children ages 6, 8, 10, & 12. They are a very active family with all their children…

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“Crossing.”

Expedition Nomadic Adventurer 01/10/2017 4 Comments

I imagine the incredible permutations of the root word, "cross," and the various meaning and uses in the English language are incredible. Of course, immediately the root word implied religion…

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“Tempted.”

Expedition Nomadic Adventurer 01/09/2017 2 Comments

As the new year begins many people will commit themselves to something. Whether it is a healthy lifestyle in the form of eating better, working out, or exercise of some…

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Gone

Expedition Nomadic Adventurer 01/08/2017 3 Comments

On December 7th, 2016 Wilber, and Joyce Borstanski will have completed Sixty-seven years of marriage. They are an active senior couple in their Southwest Florida community. Their daily 2-mile morning…

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“Ovation, A short story”

Expedition Nomadic Adventurer 01/07/2017 3 Comments

The yearly winter carnival held on Lake George, in upstate New York, has produced many fish and sledding tales that have become legendary folklore. But during the 1967 winter carnival,…

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Year by Year

Expedition Nomadic Adventurer 01/01/2017 8 Comments

Birthdays occur. Anniversaries occur. Holidays occur. Vacations occur. Working occurs until retirement. But death can end your year. So, feel blessed on this first day of the year as you…

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“Renewal.”

Expedition Nomadic Adventurer 12/31/2016 0 Comments

Hey, honey, your car registration is due in January, have you mailed in the renewal paperwork? No, not yet, I forgot all about it during the holidays. I will take…

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“Toys from Christmas Past; Short Story #5”

Expedition Nomadic Adventurer 12/30/2016 0 Comments

The night before Christmas and all through the house all was quiet as the Lehman family was attending Christmas Eve Services where Jason was participating in the children's Christmas play…

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“Retreat!”

Expedition Nomadic Adventurer 12/28/2016 1 Comments

It has been six months of nomadic adventurous travels, and I have enjoyed every moment and mile. Yet, after three days of high humidity, extremely dense fog, and only seeing…

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Human communication has evolved but not vanity.

Expedition Nomadic Adventurer 12/27/2016 2 Comments

Recently I overheard a baby-boomer speak of never wanting to use the facetime feature of their mobile phone when taking with their grandchildren or family members. Hearing this conversation, I…

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“Path.”

Expedition Nomadic Adventurer 12/26/2016 9 Comments

The paths of life eventually cross bridges either by foot or bicycle. Wordpress weekly photo challenge.

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“Travel Conundrum the weather.”

Expedition Nomadic Adventurer 12/15/2016 5 Comments

For two months my travel conundrum has been cool to cold daytime temperatures in Tucson Arizona and now Galveston TX. I had also come to appreciate the months of research…

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“Flee.”

Expedition Nomadic Adventurer 12/14/2016 0 Comments

Is flee your decision during a conflict? Flee is your option to avoid discussion. Flee is your response, but fear is your motivator. Wordpress daily word prompt

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“Treasured Christmas Gifts, Short Story #3.”

Expedition Nomadic Adventurer 12/13/2016 5 Comments

It's has been two days since Jeffery and Jacqueline consumed three bottles of Advent wine and ate four boxes of Advent calendar chocolate candies. But, with the Christmas tree decorated,…

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“Two, Gulf of Mexico morning horizons.”

Expedition Nomadic Adventurer 12/11/2016 13 Comments

The Gulf of Mexico has two horizons for me as seen from Galveston Texas sunrise December 2016, windy cold. Fort Myer Florida November 2015 sunset, lazily warm. Sunrise or sunset each has…

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“Construct.”

Expedition Nomadic Adventurer 12/07/2016 2 Comments

Closing your eyes brings to light the vision of what can be imagined to be constructed. Construct, build, develop, are the foundation of dreams and possibilities the imagination conjures. To…

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“Mythical.”

Expedition Nomadic Adventurer 12/06/2016 6 Comments

Some things in life can become mythical within my thoughts. My hiking experiences encompass several decades as a Boy Scout, hiking trails in middle and southern Missouri. To becoming a…

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“Irksome, Short Story #1.”

Expedition Nomadic Adventurer 12/05/2016 8 Comments

Hello, fellow blog post followers. In the coming weeks, some of WordPress's daily word prompts responses will revolve around Jeffery and Jaqueline Lehman and their five-year-old son Jason over the…

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“Second Thoughts,”

Expedition Nomadic Adventurer 12/04/2016 3 Comments

It is a daily, occurrence when all have second thoughts on everything from what to wear, what to eat, which way to go to work or going to work. Dale…

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“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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“Bases.”

Expedition Nomadic Adventurer 11/13/2016 5 Comments

Give me a first base squeeze honey Oh yes, now that's a first base squeeze. Can I kiss your neck, and shoulders? Umm, yes, I think you stole second…

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“Bludgeon.”

Expedition Nomadic Adventurer 11/12/2016 0 Comments

When the suspect took the stand in his defense to explain his side of the assault and battery. The first question the prosecuting attorney asked the defendant was to describe…

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NaNoWriMo OR Blogging

Expedition Nomadic Adventurer 11/11/2016 1 Comments

Over the past eleven days, my desire to creatively produce content for this blog, while engrossed with my NaNoWriMo 50,000 word challenge has become an either or episode in my…

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Copycat

Expedition Nomadic Adventurer 11/04/2016 6 Comments

Good, afternoon I'm the eldest brother who is six years older than my sister Erin, aka "Baby Princess." I gave her that name since our father spoiled her immensely. I…

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“Bridges.”

Expedition Nomadic Adventurer 11/03/2016 2 Comments

Life is bridged with decisions and choices to last a lifetime. All bridge crossing is fraught with insecurities and doubts that remain consistent throughout life. Over time crossing bridges…

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“Rearrange.”

Expedition Nomadic Adventurer 11/02/2016 1 Comments

For thirty-five years, Oscar and Eunice's marriage has faced various obstacles testing their enduring love for one another. Oscar has learned and developed the wisdom to rearrange his perception of women…

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“Cigarette pack, stare down.”

Expedition Nomadic Adventurer 11/01/2016 2 Comments

After a horribly stressful shift as a firefighter captain. Donald Treshman decided to stop at a local convenience store and purchase a pack cigarettes for the first time in 17…

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The National Museum of Nuclear Science & History

Expedition Nomadic Adventurer 10/30/2016 1 Comments

There are museums all over the US, but The National Museum of Nuclear Science & History focuses on the history of nuclear science to describing the people instrumental in the testing,…

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“Banned.”

Expedition Nomadic Adventurer 10/29/2016 4 Comments

Gerald McClain and Cody Whitten both age 89, have been life-long friends growing up on farms in Iowa near the small town of Hampton. After retirement and many cold winters…

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“The Tiny Non-Profit Philanthropist.”

Expedition Nomadic Adventurer 10/28/2016 11 Comments

Every sorority on campus worked hard to recruit Twins Joan and Jenny Armstrong who stand 4'9" tall. They are in the second semester of their third year of college maintaining…

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“Transformation.”

Expedition Nomadic Adventurer 10/26/2016 3 Comments

Halloween is a perfect time to transform your persona into who you want to become with the use of makeup and costumes. Most thoughtful transformations take place deep within the…

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“Artificial Vs Natural.”

Expedition Nomadic Adventurer 10/26/2016 5 Comments

The evolution and development of artificial instead of naturally occurring is unique for everyone, but is artificial necessary? When it comes to food, many people want to end the use…

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“Trust.”

Expedition Nomadic Adventurer 10/24/2016 1 Comments

Jacob and Hellen, have been married for twenty years when Hellen arrived home from work a couple of hours earlier than usual. As Hellen turned into the driveway, she was…

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“Boy Scout, Spelunking.”

Expedition Nomadic Adventurer 10/23/2016 1 Comments

When I was a Boy Scout, I loved camping, hiking and everything associated with being a Boy Scout and I was exposed to the word "spelunking," which is the exploration…

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National Novel Writing Month Volunteer “(NaNoWriMO)”

Expedition Nomadic Adventurer 10/22/2016 6 Comments

For the past two months, most of my writing time has been dedicated to plotting a story line and developing characters. All of this in preparation as I approach November…

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The Indian Pueblo Cultural Center

Expedition Nomadic Adventurer 10/21/2016 4 Comments

I was fortunate to visit The Indian Pueblo Cultural Center in Albuquerque NM. in the photo below. The center is opened 7-days a week with varying prices seniors, adults, students, military,…

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“Subdued worry.”

Expedition Nomadic Adventurer 10/20/2016 0 Comments

It's been twelve hours, and usually, they are home by now. Something is wrong, I feel it, and I sense it. The neighbor's German shepherd, Felix is barking happy barks,…

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“Subdued.”

Expedition Nomadic Adventurer 10/19/2016 4 Comments

It's been ten hours since I have seen my best friends and usually, they are home. I can tell something is wrong since the neighbor's German shepherd, Felix is barking…

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“Candle.”

Expedition Nomadic Adventurer 10/18/2016 2 Comments

The word candle conjures up many thoughts of how the candle for hundreds of years was used to light the night. The gas lantern threatened the candle industry until Edison…

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“Clumsy.”

Expedition Nomadic Adventurer 10/17/2016 3 Comments

As a Boy Scout Leader, it brought joy to my heart to watch the transformation of a prepubescent teen as they progressed through their teenage years to become a respectful…

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“Promises.”

Expedition Nomadic Adventurer 10/16/2016 0 Comments

After moving to New York City Judith Carmine at 28 years of age has learned valuable lessons from her father's wisdom filled comments about promises and loyalty. Judith's boyfriend Erick…

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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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“Careful.”

Expedition Nomadic Adventurer 10/13/2016 2 Comments

Carefully, and not in a hurry Jonathan walked slowly around the corner into the hallway with each step his nerves anxiously awaited the TV room. He could hear the football…

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“The Argument”

Expedition Nomadic Adventurer 10/12/2016 3 Comments

On a cold December morning, two weeks before Christmas, at 4:00 am the clock radio compact disc alarm activated softly playing The Beatles song, "Here comes the sun." Tom Hartfield, rolls…

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“Borders & Birds.”

Expedition Nomadic Adventurer 10/10/2016 5 Comments

Welcome to WBN, your only destination for bird news worldwide. The year was 2011 when the World Bird Federation met for the first time since the 1966 DDT scare. Ever…

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Tree: A short story.

Expedition Nomadic Adventurer 10/09/2016 5 Comments

When I arrived home from work and pulled into the garage, I heard my daughter voice saying "Dad" as I exited the car. I looked around the garage as I…

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“Daring.”

Expedition Nomadic Adventurer 10/07/2016 0 Comments

I dare you. I dare you. I double dog dare you. I triple dog dare you. These are the words and statements used by little boys that caused one of…

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“Animals.”

Expedition Nomadic Adventurer 10/06/2016 1 Comments

This week, look to the bond between human and animal for inspiration. I draw my inspiration of animals in the form of respect. I capture my photos from a…

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“Breakthrough.”

Expedition Nomadic Adventurer 10/06/2016 0 Comments

Sometimes life's greatest achievements occur, with a breakthrough moments before giving up. One example of a breakthrough moment takes place when parents construct toys the night before Christmas only to complete…

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Value & Loss

Expedition Nomadic Adventurer 10/05/2016 0 Comments

Everyone on this planet places a value on land, i.e., property along with inanimate items like homes, cars, furniture, electronics, food, and money. Are all of these valued item's used…

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“Graceful.”

Expedition Nomadic Adventurer 10/01/2016 9 Comments

Graceful is the word I use to describe Hot air balloons lifting off the ground into the early morning blue sky at the 45th International Hot Air Balloon Fiesta, in…

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What I do and how I travel

Expedition Nomadic Adventurer 09/30/2016 12 Comments

It is an amazing how little has changed in my life since leaving Southwest Florida. I still wake up most times before 5:00 and 6;00 am with thoughts and ideas…

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Migrating Settlers & Rv’ers

Expedition Nomadic Adventurer 09/29/2016 4 Comments

Just like the early settlers who migrated west walking 20oo-miles, there is a current migration of travelers in recreational vehicles who criss-cross the US, Canada, and Mexico.…

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“Slog.”

Expedition Nomadic Adventurer 09/16/2016 0 Comments

The thought of my daily trudge from home to works drudgery depresses me knowing the slog of yesterday is fresh in my mind.

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“Recharge.”

Expedition Nomadic Adventurer 09/13/2016 4 Comments

During the funeral of my great uncle, Joshua, the brother of my great grandfather, I began thinking about all my blessings. I also thought of the past forty-eight hours starting…

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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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“Everybody dies, but not everybody lives.”

Expedition Nomadic Adventurer 06/20/2016 0 Comments

Time is motion, always moving never stopping, moments pass into minutes, into hours, into days, weeks, months, and years. Seeing children grow into adults, we ask where did the time…

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“Fork”

Expedition Nomadic Adventurer 06/04/2016 1 Comments

Forks in the road take place every moment, hour, and day throughout life Decisions can be simple or life-changing like, do you order pancakes or waffles or do you marry…

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“Sing”

Expedition Nomadic Adventurer 05/22/2016 2 Comments

The voice is an incredible musical instrument when used correctly soothes the soul of many listeners. So, sing a song of love, sing a song of praise, sing a song…

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“Bricks”

Expedition Nomadic Adventurer 05/21/2016 2 Comments

The building foundation of dreams begins with individual cobblestones and bricks with curves leading to smooth pavers of a loving life. Wordpress Daily word prompt

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“The South”

Expedition Nomadic Adventurer 05/18/2016 0 Comments

Many locations in the US south like the above morning sunrise photo taken in Tavares Fl with morning temperatures in the mid 70's are considered warm temperate zones, but,…

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“Hope and the Westward Expansion Memorial”

Expedition Nomadic Adventurer 05/17/2016 1 Comments

The city of St. Louis is home to the 19-Acre Jefferson National Expansion Memorial, it is home to the Gateway Arch, the site of The Dred Scott Trail, the starting point…

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“Beach”

Expedition Nomadic Adventurer 05/16/2016 2 Comments

The sight of seabirds above Listening to the waves Smelling the ocean mist The beach is an essence I desire. Wordpress daily word prompt.

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“My First photo competition and A New Beginning”

Expedition Nomadic Adventurer 05/16/2016 9 Comments

Last fall I entered the above photo in The Beaches of Fort Myers and Sanibel photo contest, and my submission won! :-) On April 30th, 2016, I started my traveling…