Tonalá – Hidden Jewel of Guadalajara
Roadtrip from La Cruz through Tequila up to Tonala, in Guadalajara.
Tequila- More Than Just a Spirit
While cruising Mexico on board our 51-ft sailboat with our kids and Great Dane, we took a side trip (in late January of 2020 prior to the onset of COVID) to Tequila, Mx…just to check it out and tour a tequila distillery. This proved to be a once in a lifetime experience.
Mexico’s Pueblos Magicos- More Than Meets The Eye
Mexico’s special Pueblos Magicos are indeed special places steeped in history and culture that must be visited to be appreciated.
A Family Guide To Winter Camping In Sequoia And Yosemite- Welcoming 2025
This is a family guide to winter camping in Sequoia and Yosemite, told from our experience as we camped through New Years.
A Whisper of Elegance: Experiencing The Ahwahnee Hotel In Yosemite
We balanced days of winter camping in Sequoia and Yosemite National Parks with one night of luxury hotel. Here’s our story about the Ahwahnee.
Hawai’i Volcanoes National Park: Where Real Lava Flows
I’m not talking about the tropical fruity drink, I’m talking about the volcano capital of the Hawaiian Islands, on the Big Island of Hawaii. Come read about Volcanoes National Park.
Hawai’i (the Big Island) From My Perspective
Visiting the Big Island to check out Hawai’i Volcanos National Park and see friends.
Visiting Hawaii With Family- Starting In Honolulu on O’ahu
History in Honalulu, visiting the Pearl Harbor Memorial and Fort DeRussy…and relaxing and soaking up some sun.
1st YouTube Movie Since 2023- By the HelmsMistress
2023- The HelmsMistress released her last YouTube Video. Fast forward two years….here’s her latest….just for you!
Roadtripping An F150 Lightning, An EV Tale
This was going to be a cautionary tale about problems with mileage and such, but the truck has proven to be a decent road-tripper.