A Modern Destination: Magnolia Silos

Any reality TV home and food fan knows about Fixer Upper and the Magnolia TV franchise. Joanne and Chip Gaines, … Continue reading A Modern Destination: Magnolia Silos

Vanlife and Literature?

One of the guilty pleasures of taking extended roadtrips in the van is the opportunity to listen to music, read … Continue reading Vanlife and Literature?

What Happened to Local Food?

Our post-pandemic travel through small towns reveals a trend that has been widely-noted but perhaps not fully appreciated: many towns now do not have any local independent restaurants or cafes in their downtowns.

Our Family of Vans — for now

Our Outside Van Sprinter has given us seven years of great adventures. The van has traveled to 47 states and 6 Canadian Provinces. It has been our home in all seasons and over some very difficult terrain.