How I’m healthy in retirement – I’m doing it

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This Guest Post originally published on TravelAwaits.com on January 1, 2022 Learn how I’m creating a healthy lifestyle in retirement. Reconnecting with old friends as you near retirement is a rewarding experience. See how I did it with school chums.

Favorite Experiences at Presidential Libraries

Nixon Library and Museum fountain

This Guest Post was first published at TravelAwaits.com February 21, 2022 Learn about my experience at the Richard Nixon Presidential Library and Museum at TravelAwaits featured during President’s Day. See some more Travel Bites by JDP here.

Take me to McMenamins Grand Lodge for Quirky Fun and Intrigue

“I found the Secret Room but not the Lavender Lady ghost. Earning high marks for sensory perception, McMenamins Grand Lodge in Forest Grove, Oregon, delivers a unique experience at their hotel.” First appeared in Weekend Notes on Apr 22, 2022. If you are looking for quirky, fun, and entertaining accommodations, try McMenamins Grand Lodge in Forest Grove, […]

Book | A Bee Like Me (Children’s Book)

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By Renee Carlson Renee Carlson is a massage therapist, mother of two beautiful special needs teens, and happily married to her geek charming! Learn more about Renee (she’s my massage therapist), in the book.

Taurus Authentic Adventures in Arizona–A Road Trip Horoscope

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April 20 through May 20 Always reliable, Tauruses are known for having strength and stability. According to Discover Flagstaff’s Nostalgic Road Trip Horoscope, Taurus loves getting outside, they like keeping grounded and enjoy camping in the Ponderosa Pine Forest. Ponderosa Pines Did you know that Flagstaff sits at 7,000 feet above sea level and is […]

Learn how you can experience space flight at Spaceport America

Spaceport America Genesis sculpture at the entrance

Read about space flight experiences on the tour review at Spaceport America Learn about the “11 Fantastic Experiences At America’s First Spaceport” where this article first appeared on TravelAwaits, June 19, 2021. See other Las Cruces photos on our Travel page.

The Centennial Light in the Guinness Book of World Records

The Centennial Light at Fire Station No. 6

The Centennial Light, housed in a fire station, is the longest burning light bulb on the planet and in history. It’s been burning for 120 years as of June 2021. I first learned about the Centennial Light on a media trip to the Tri-Valley area. With so many great things to do in the region, this little […]

Why You Should Try These 8 Great Livermore Restaurants

Posada Livermore California salad

“8 Best Livermore Restaurants | Must-Try Restaurants in Livermore CA” This article first appeared at FoodieFlashpacker in February 2022. In this Guest Post, I discussed 8 great restaurants to try when you are in Livermore. “Livermore is California’s oldest wine-growing region, and most of the wineries have been family-owned for generations. Livermore became a popular […]

Aries Authentic Adventures in Arizona – A Road Trip Horoscope

Aries Authentic Adventure in Sunset Crater

March 21 through April 19 Aries are known for being ambitious and driven, always accomplishing whatever they set their mind to. (Inspiring Quotes) I should have been born an Aries because I enjoyed the outdoor activities so much when I was in Flagstaff, Arizona. Take a look at Discover Flagstaff and the Nostalgic Road Trip […]