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What to do With Small Chunks of Alone Time

My last blog had some ways to get alone time, now that you have that time available, what are you supposed to do? Well, what you actually do is all dependent on your likes and dislikes, as well as exactly how much time you have. The number one thing you must do is take that time for yourself. I know it’s hard when you have that extra 15 minutes NOT to do an extra chore around the house, or get a jump on some work you need done, but you must resist that urge. You made this time for you … Continue reading →

Wind Cave National Park

Because my family and I love the outdoors so much, we make it a point to visit as many national parks and forests as possible. I wanted to share some information about one of our adventures in the Wind Cave National Park. Located in Hot Springs, South Dakota, this national park is rated as boasting one of the longest and most complex caves in the world. Stretched out over more than 28,000 acres of pine forest and mixed grass prairie, you can enjoy cave exploration, as well as wonderful wildlife. In fact, wildlife such as elk, bison, mule deer, coyote, … Continue reading →

Traveling in Colder Climates

As we think about what clothing to take along for trips to colder climates, it is best to think of dressing in layers, with lighter clothing underneath and long sleeves/jackets on the outside. This allows us to be prepared for winds that might come up and for the naturally cool temperatures at higher elevations. However, if needed, the jacket, cap, and gloves can easily be removed and stashed in a small backpack or shoulder bag when it warms up. I made a few mistakes in my cold-weather travel, so I thought I would pass them on to you. One thing … Continue reading →