Machu Picchu in the Afternoon Sun We actually weren't planning to walk to the Sun Gate on our free morning at Machu Picchu. Most trekkers come in through the Sun Gate, as it is the end of the Inca Trail. But for those of us who didn't trek, the Sun Gate is about a mile up from … [Read more...]
Yup, I Did It. I Bought a DSLR: The Canon EOS Rebel SL1
I've had a Canon Powershot (new version of what I have is the SX50 HS) for about 4 years now. About a year ago, in Yellowstone, to be exact, it started to act up with both rapid shooting and macro shots. The macro function doesn't work, at all, and it won't focus for macro shots … [Read more...]
Saying Goodbye….to Airline Loyalty
My United loyalty started when I lived in Wyoming, with a teensy airport that had commuter flights that partnered with United. Back in the day, it was much more difficult to book flights on unconnected airlines, so we ended up flying United. I stuck with United, more or less, … [Read more...]
The Real Question About Our Last Trip: Did I Kick My Knick-Knack Habit?
You may remember when I explained my love of (and fear of hoarding) knick knacks. I vowed to try to be better. So did I totally kick my collecting knick-knack habit on our recent trip to Thailand and Bhutan?Short answer: no. Long answer: I was betttterrrr. Right DH? I … [Read more...]
Destination #1 for 2015: The Reveal!
Some people reveal the sex of their baby...I reveal our first destination for 2015! I'm scheduling this post for when we are away in Bhutan and Thailand, as I have a feeling that the internet may be a bit slow for blogging in Bhutan. But I could be wrong...in which case, you … [Read more...]
