Category: Travel
The Black Toilet Seat
Before I was born, my parents went to Europe for a summer driving holiday with my brother (age four) and sister (two and a half). Family lore has it that my sister refused (loudly, and with terrible-two certainty) to use Read More …
Caribbean: What Happens Now?
A trifecta of hurricanes swept our favorite islands clean of boats, houses, and leaves. What happens now? Read More …
Hours vs. Experience: Sailing to Woods Hole
Riding waves instead of riding shotgun, there’s no speed limit—and a lot less traffic. Read More …
Lingering and Language
A Scottish adventure teaches new uses for familiar English words, as well as the luxury of lingering. Read More …
Getting Away to a Different View
A change of perspective is important, no matter how ideal our every day location is. Read More …
Road Trip: Co-pilot, Not Passive Passenger
Driving home from regattas is sometimes faster than flying. Read More …
Bike, Build, Smile, Repeat
An inspiring trip for an inspiring relative. Read More …
Rhode Island Gems: Beauty Nearby
Recently, Paul and I have been embarking on weekly “adventures.” (These have been the basis for the “Where am I” photos on Facebook.) Our definition of “adventure” is quite loose; basically it means getting outside and going to a place we’ve never been before, preferably Read More …
Deer in the Headlight: More Good Luck
Part two of the Deer in the Headlights saga. Read More …
Deer in the Headlight: Better Lucky than Good
The less exciting a regatta road trip is, the better. Read More …
