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The Book is Published!
Finally, finally, finally. It's done. Paperback version: http://amzn.to/2ta2B2n Kindle eBook (FREE on Sunday 4 March!):...
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Book Update - Travels with Chesky
It’s been a year since I began my three-month journey around America with Chesky, and as fall arrives, I am achingly nostalgic for the...
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90 Days Around America
Click the map to see it live and interactive, and to find more information about each location.
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Rucio for sale!
I am moving back overseas and don't want to leave Rucio to rust. Offered at a good price to an adventurous soul! Have your own adventure!...
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Week 12: Texas to Virginia
After a long weekend in Texas with family for the Thanksgiving holiday, I packed up the car with Chesky and his two cat friends, Muddy...
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Week 11: California to Texas
Chesky had his first vet visit, I finally saw giant Sequoias, and we entered back into familiar territory in Texas. Read the full summary...
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Week 10: Washington to California
I made plans to flee tsunamis on the Oregon coast, spent an amazing weekend with friends in quirky Portland, and Chesky broke out into...
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Week 9: Montana to Washington
I went to Mount Saint Helens, saw Amazon's tiny brick and mortar store, and spent most of this week in Washington. I am over the last of...
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Week 8: Minnesota to Montana
I saved Chesky from drowning, crossed the Continental Divide, and revisited my favorite National Forest in America. Read the full summary...
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Week 7: Wisconsin to Minnesota
The week where Chesky was sprayed by a skunk... in both Wisconsin and Minnesota. Read the full summary here.