Land of the Free. (Last Time)

Land of the Free. (Last Time)

She is regal, sophisticated and magnificent. She is Queen.

There is something about the water that falls from the sky that sparks life. Think about this. It strengthens roots to create buds that finds the weakness in concrete so that it can spring through.
In the south I love the smell of rain hitting hot dry dirt.
In the north it causes a rhythmic rustling through the leaves of trees that draws attention to its beat.
I see it
I smell it
I hear it
I feel it.

Remember that maps are designed to tell where things are. A map gives you an idea of the distance between one thing and another. It also tells you of all the possibilities.
Color in the spaces on your map by putting your feet into action. Go places and learn what it has to offer. One of the things I love about traveling the US is the rich history of each location. Every place has it’s own story to tell.
Part of this journey is making those stories your own. I still have 15 states out of the 50 to see visit. Many of those states are in the great northwest. I look forward to the adventure.


She is strong, thoughtful and compassionate. She is merciful.



Ferocious, Cunning and Intense. She is Exceptional.

This week’s photos are from the Taste of Chicago festival in Chicago, Illinois. It is one of many festivals around the country this summer.