
Sparks from the Campfire
There is a unique kind of clarity that comes when the day winds down, much like the quiet, steady glow of embers after a long journey. “Sparks from the Campfire” is a space dedicated to capturing those fleeting moments of reflection, gratitude, and curiosity that so often slip away in the rush of our travels. Whether it is a simple observation from the trail or a deeper musing on the changing seasons of life, I invite you to pause, pull up a seat, and join me in finding a little extra meaning along the way.
Life is a mirror and will reflect back to the thinker what he thinks into it.” — Ernest Holmes
Bittersweet Remembrances

We arrived at Cedar Breaks campground late yesterday evening. It was rainy and cool. We got ourselves situated in our campsite and settled in for the night. This morning, we awoke to a misty / foggy day and went for a hike…avoiding the swimming hole where our beloved dog, Jackson, loved to swim. This was
Joyful Sounds (rain)
We woke up this morning to the sounds of rain on Gracie’s roof. Feeling warm and cozy, we snuggled back under the covers to enjoy the sounds. A mockingbird serenaded us as well. RV travel provides wonderful opportunities to experience parts of nature that I might otherwise think of as a “problem” when it interfered
All Fueled up and Ready to Ride

One of our favorite places to stop for food and gas is Buccee’s. We get our steps in walking the store and enjoy visiting with other customers. This Buccee’s is in Amarillo TX.
