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The Amazing Race - Nat and Kat Overcome Fears

The Amazing Race - Nat and Kat Overcome Fears

In the beginning, I said I was impressed with Nat and Kat, the two physicians. But tonight's issue showed me how pe…
Women's Getaway to Gallup, New Mexico

Women's Getaway to Gallup, New Mexico

Many people don't even stop at Gallup, New Mexico when traveling I-40 but a group of fun women chose Gallup for a g…
Don't Fly Overweight - Purchase a Simple Hand-held Luggage Scale

Don't Fly Overweight - Purchase a Simple Hand-held Luggage Scale

Leave it up to my friends at Walking Adventures to think of what I should have been using all along! I fly with bags th…
So You Want to Be a Travel Writer Like Me? Watch this Video

So You Want to Be a Travel Writer Like Me? Watch this Video

And, yes, it appears we do get free cocktails!
Winslow, Arizona's New Visitor's Center is a Must-See

Winslow, Arizona's New Visitor's Center is a Must-See

Years ago, when I was in Winslow, I was told that the Visitors Center would be moving to the historic Hubbell Trading P…
Amazing Race - What Episode Is It?

Amazing Race - What Episode Is It?

Well, I missed some of Amazing Race due to being on my own amazing travels doing volunteer work on the Navajo Reservati…
How to Get Involved with the Adopt a Native Elder Program

How to Get Involved with the Adopt a Native Elder Program

Many of you who have read this series of articles about volunteering with the Navajo traditional elders have asked how …
Day 5 - Teesto and a Sad Farewell

Day 5 - Teesto and a Sad Farewell

Small Rug Purchased at the Adopt a Native Elder Food Run. It's the last day of the three-part food run with the Ad…
Day Four - Big Mountain and the Amazing Elders

Day Four - Big Mountain and the Amazing Elders

Today was a big day for the volunteers. It is the largest food run of the three, serving 61 grandmothers and 26 grandfa…
Day Three - Perfect Weather - Cowboys and Hula Dancers

Day Three - Perfect Weather - Cowboys and Hula Dancers

Yes, I am still on the Food Run bringing supplies to the traditional Navajo Elders! First, let me explain that the weat…
Day Two - Ceremonies and Loading Vegetables

Day Two - Ceremonies and Loading Vegetables

The first day began at dawn. Volunteers gathered at the edge of the lake just outside Winslow to greet the dawn just as…
Day One - The Volunteers Gather

Day One - The Volunteers Gather

I'm blogging my experiences in voluntourism. I'm with the Adopt a Native Elder Program in Winslow, Arizona. We …
Headed for Volunteer Trip to the Navajo Reservation

Headed for Volunteer Trip to the Navajo Reservation

I'll be blogging my experiences as I travel to the Navajo Reservation with the Adopt a Native Elder Program. I'…
Cutest Kid Photo You'll Ever See Wins River Preserve Photo Contest

Cutest Kid Photo You'll Ever See Wins River Preserve Photo Contest

One of the Hassayampa River Preserve’s 2011 calendar photo contest winning entries.“A Hassayampa Nature Ranger looking …
Amazing Race - Episode 2 - Culture Shock!

Amazing Race - Episode 2 - Culture Shock!

What I like most about travel IS culture shock. What the teams on Amazing Race seemed have the most difficulty with was…
Canine Travel Writer Runs for Governor of New Mexico

Canine Travel Writer Runs for Governor of New Mexico

I guess it was inevitable. With two women battling it out for Governor of New Mexico, there had to be a man wanting to …
Did Travel Writers get Paid to Write Nice Things About the Gulf Oil Spill?

Did Travel Writers get Paid to Write Nice Things About the Gulf Oil Spill?

There has been some interesting discussion about the press tour to the Gulf Coast and the "gushing" that went…
Longing for Fall Color - Doesn't this want to make you go ride the rails?

Longing for Fall Color - Doesn't this want to make you go ride the rails?

It's not often that I post press releases here but this one came across my desk and I read every word. What I love …
Smart Cars - Details - The Amazing Race is On!

Smart Cars - Details - The Amazing Race is On!

So they started in Glouster, Massachusetts and left via uber-cute smart cars. I was glad to see there were dash-cams on…
The Amazing Race - I'm out but it's on!

The Amazing Race - I'm out but it's on!

I love the reality TV show, The Amazing Race. While, I have opted to avoid the real-life "amazing race" by st…
Blogging Dog Takes a Break from Travel

Blogging Dog Takes a Break from Travel

I've been following the adventures of Travelin' Jack, the Bulldog, and love it when he travels around New Mexic…
Travel to Feast Day at Laguna Pueblo

Travel to Feast Day at Laguna Pueblo

Well, I did travel but kept it to only a few days and avoided air travel. My destination was Laguna Pueblo in New Mexic…
Adventuring to Laguna Pueblo

Adventuring to Laguna Pueblo

I've never been to Laguna Pueblo, visible off I-40 as you drive to or from Albuquerque. So when I saw an announceme…
Ever Wonder Why I am Temporarily Grounded? Check Out the Skyrider Airline Seats

Ever Wonder Why I am Temporarily Grounded? Check Out the Skyrider Airline Seats

By now everyone has heard about the delightful Skyrider Airline Seats . And I thought flying was uncomfortable and crow…
December is Gallup, New Mexico Red Rock Balloon Rally Time

December is Gallup, New Mexico Red Rock Balloon Rally Time

I'll never forget arising one frosty morning in December to take a balloon ride during the Red Rock Balloon Rally i…
And Now.... Some Travel Book Recommendations

And Now.... Some Travel Book Recommendations

I love this book! Native Roads, the Complete Motoring Guide to the Navajo and Hopi Nations by Fran Kosik, is a must-hav…
Ranting About Travel Books - Well, Some of Them

Ranting About Travel Books - Well, Some of Them

I'm not traveling so it's time to write about a few books that have been sent to me for review. I guess I'l…
IF I was traveling, I would have gone here...

IF I was traveling, I would have gone here...

I'm a travel writer taking a break from travel on a very busy Labor Day weekend. But if I was traveling, here are t…
Day 4 - I'd be safer traveling!

Day 4 - I'd be safer traveling!

I'm still doing my best to keep from joining the masses out on the highways for the Labor Day Weekend. Instead I am…
Day 3 - Weakening, I look at a press trip with lustful eyes

Day 3 - Weakening, I look at a press trip with lustful eyes

The Birds are Happy I am Not Traveling I'm trying not to travel and that's tough because I am a travel writer. …
Day 2 - Travel Writer Tries Not to Travel

Day 2 - Travel Writer Tries Not to Travel

It's Day 2 and I'm not on the road. But my summer travels leave me with plenty to think about. My writing colle…
Trying Not to Travel

Trying Not to Travel

It's in my blood. Travel, that is. I've never lived in one place longer than 20 years and I yearn to see new pl…
August Getaway Itinerary - Santa Fe Indian Market

August Getaway Itinerary - Santa Fe Indian Market

The first half of this Indian Country itinerary took us from Phoenix to Gallup with a side trip to Zuni. This article, …
Shopping with the Courtyard Vendors at the Gallup Ceremonial

Shopping with the Courtyard Vendors at the Gallup Ceremonial

One of the enjoyable things to do at Gallup Ceremonial is shopping with the vendors who make authentic hand made items.…
August Getaway Itinerary - Gallup Ceremonial, Zuni Festival and Santa Fe Indian Market

August Getaway Itinerary - Gallup Ceremonial, Zuni Festival and Santa Fe Indian Market

I needed a rest and an escape from the heat of Phoenix so I decided to extend my planned trip to Santa Fe Indian Market…
Look Who's in Gallup!

Look Who's in Gallup!

I've been traveling New Mexico and writing about my love for the land, the culture and the fun for years now. But i…
Flying "Air Geoff" - Cross Country with the Piper Lance

Flying "Air Geoff" - Cross Country with the Piper Lance

Salt Lake City to Jacksonville, Florida in a Piper Lance I had a marvelous experience with my son recently. He purchase…
Things NOT to See and Do in Anchorage, Alaska - Sourdough Mining Company

Things NOT to See and Do in Anchorage, Alaska - Sourdough Mining Company

I was only in Alaska for a short week, and saw many wonderful things. Only one stood out as a definite “do not do.” All…
Embassy Suites - The Good, the Bad and the Ugly

Embassy Suites - The Good, the Bad and the Ugly

N424RM I had a marvelous experience with my son recently. He purchased a larger private plane and invited me to fly cro…
Favorite B&B's of the Southwest - Nogales and Patagonia Area

Favorite B&B's of the Southwest - Nogales and Patagonia Area

I've enjoyed staying in some fantastic B and B's that represent the lifestyle and the culture of the Southwest.…
Touring the White Mountains - And Still Writing

Touring the White Mountains - And Still Writing

My three day sojourn to cooler temperatures is coming to a close. For tomorrow I must return to the Valley of the Sun, …
Hotel Reviews - On the Road in Flagstaff, Arizona and Beyond

Hotel Reviews - On the Road in Flagstaff, Arizona and Beyond

It's 4th of July weekend and I'm working. I guess you could call it that. I attended a marvelous Hopi Cultural …
Rebecca Weatherford - Texas Hill Country Glass Artist

Rebecca Weatherford - Texas Hill Country Glass Artist

As I travel, I often visit very talented artists. I did that while on a Texas Hill Country press trip. Rebecca Weatherf…
The Joy of the Cool Pines - 4th of July in Arizona's High Country

The Joy of the Cool Pines - 4th of July in Arizona's High Country

When the Phoenix temps hit the triple digits I look for opportunities to travel to higher ground and cooler climes. I r…
Laundered Comforters Becoming the Norm at Motels

Laundered Comforters Becoming the Norm at Motels

Laundered comforters and quilts are just what I've been hoping for after all these years of worrying about what, ex…
Travel Writer Camera Advice

Travel Writer Camera Advice

Many people have asked me what cameras I use for my photos. As a travel writer, I have to "point and shoot" a…
Wanna Relax? Take the Verde Canyon Railway Trip in Arizona

Wanna Relax? Take the Verde Canyon Railway Trip in Arizona

A couple of days ago a newly retired friend and I decided to take an ultra relaxing trip, do some photography and just …
Native American Arts Blogs

Native American Arts Blogs

Aside from my articles on About Southwest, and my website, Outdoorsy Girl, I rarely come upon a blog that promotes the …
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