I stood among the trees admiring how the rocks sparkled in the sun. Another treasure for my collection. I carefully picked my way across the mine tailings, searching for fool's gold, quartz, and mica. Then I'd gather them up and pretend I was the King in his counting house. If you've never spent …
Best Of Real Home Sense | Parks, Drives & Travel Collections
Favorite parks, scenic drives, and unforgettable stays—all in one place. These collections gather highlights from journeys across the country and beyond.
New England Road Trip Itinerary: Route Map + Best Stops
When I was towing my 33-foot fifth wheel, I intentionally avoided New England. I remembered it as congested, busy, and… honestly, a little stressful from a quick visit decades ago. But once I downsized to a truck camper, the Northeast felt possible again — and that opened the door to a trip I’d been …
Where to Spend Christmas: Best Christmas Vacations and Hidden Gems
There’s no single right answer to where to spend Christmas — and that’s exactly what makes the holidays such a joy to explore. Over the years, I’ve traded snow boots for sandals, swapped fireplaces for fireworks, and learned that Christmas magic shows up wherever you are — from the cobblestone …
Fall Road Trips for Color, Calm & Reflection
As my fall road trip wound up and around the Appalachian Mountains, I reached over to Spotify and hit play on The Very Best of John Denver. It just felt right — the perfect soundtrack for the final leg of a six-month road trip. As the altitude climbed, so did the color. Fiery orange maples began …
60 Interesting Facts About Michigan
This came to me via email from my wonderful Commerce neighbor, Karen. I had saved it as a draft but never published it. Since I'm heading to Michigan to see my boys today, I thought it was an appropriate piece to share. Detroit is known as the car capital of the world. Alpena is the home of …
