Oregon We had such beautiful weather in California for the first few days of the trip; it was disappointing to wake up to rain as we drove north and crossed into Oregon. The weather was spotty, though, so we jumped out to take pictures in between the rainfall, and the ocean waves were really incredible …
Gone West, Young Man Part I: California
Top three reasons I just returned from one of the best domestic vacations I’ve experienced: Traveled with the boyfriend for nine days, which is a record-setting number of consecutive days for us to be together. Experienced some of the natural wonders I’ve only ever heard of, like the giant redwoods and the coastline of the …
Chicago, Chicago
Summer birthdays. Con: Not being able to take in a birthday treat during elementary school. Pro: Beautiful weather and endless outdoor activities to incorporate into the celebration. Con: Friends are on vacation and sometimes miss your party. Ultimate Pro: Working your birthday into a week-long celebration that incorporates excellent Independence Day activities! I am extremely …
I’m Gonna Mess with Texas
I've been feeling like I'm in a travel lull lately, but plans are now underway, and I'm starting to get excited for 2010 in terms of travel. The trips are actually spread out pretty nicely so I always have something to look forward to (much needed to reduce the daily stress levels). Work travel might pick …
Home From Houston
At the age of 25, I finally made my first trip to Texas. I met up with my brothers and parents at my cousins' house just outside Houston for a very fast, weekend-long trip. It was great to catch up with everyone and enjoy a few days of sunshine after all the recent Ohio snow although …
Typical Traveler? Laugh At Yourself
A friend turned me on to the book Stuff White People Like by Christian Lander just before Christmas. Not only did I have to buy the book for my brother, reading snippets of it as I was trying to get it wrapped and under the tree, but I forced him to let me read bits …
Booking Trips: Yourself v. Agent
One of my New Year's resolutions is to do a better job of documenting my trips-- big and small-- on the blog. Sometimes I get so caught up in making sure I get an international trip in each year that I miss out on thoroughly enjoying and sharing some of the smaller road trips I …
Heather's Compass 