I MISS ABE

I MISS ABE

Two weeks ago our current president talked about what it means to “be presidential” and compared himself to the “late, great Abraham Lincoln.” “Hmm,” I said to myself. “Gotta check this out.” So, here I am on the Lincoln Heritage Trail, where...
The Surprising Southeast

The Surprising Southeast

Haven’t been to the Southeast for twenty-five years. This April/May it was time to go back. When you think about the Southeast your mind conjures up beautiful beaches: Ft. Lauderdale, Daytona, “Where the Boys Are.” You’ve been there. I’ll get to the beaches in Part...
Nonrefundable? Not Necessarily

Nonrefundable? Not Necessarily

If you have an issue getting a travel refund, where everyone is saying,”No!” turn to your credit card company. You Try to Do the Right Thing, But Sometimes … Regular readers of this blog know that my husband and I spent 2016 on a noble quest: to...
Kauai: Why Does the Chicken Cross the Road?

Kauai: Why Does the Chicken Cross the Road?

Like the famous Walmart Greeter, Kauai also has its own ubiquitous greeter. Meet him: You hear the Rooster before you see him. On the first morning, the greeters welcomed us to their resort. We were surprised and intrigued. I ran outside to see what was the matter....