After driving our RV across the US, we decided that it just wasn't right for us. I always felt tied down with it, as if we needed a car to do anything, like go on hikes, but towing one was so expensive in gas. However, I also didn't like sitting in the seats, and the… Continue reading RV Camping: Lazy-A Campground and The Maiden Voyage of Our New Trailer
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Walking History: Shepherdstown Battle
In my walking history, a lesser-known battle is the Battle of Shepherdstown, which happened two days after Antietam, in Maryland. As the Confederate Army crossed back into West Virginia at Boteler's Ford over the Potomac River, the Union Army followed. The Union could have severely hurt the Confederates, but it faltered due to bad leadership.… Continue reading Walking History: Shepherdstown Battle
The Bridges Over The Antietam Creek: Hitt Bridge
During my visit to the Burnside Bridge at Antietam Battlefield last month, the docent I spoke with mentioned that there had been three bridges over Antietam Creek. I'm starting with a clean slate in terms of knowing the history here, so it's been huge to immerse myself in it. The three bridges were the Upper… Continue reading The Bridges Over The Antietam Creek: Hitt Bridge
Carve Out The Time
Long ago, when I was first hiking and backpacking, I'd be on a trip. And be so focused on getting that trip done that I would pass up on side ventures. I'd tell myself, "You can come back to see it later." But...what if you eventually realize that you won't come back. Or does life… Continue reading Carve Out The Time
Fredericksburg and Spotsylvania National Military Park: Stonewall Jackson Death Shrine
While driving across Virginia along I-95, I saw a sign for "Stonewall Jackson Death Site" on the highway. It's about 35 miles away from Richmond, VA. I mean, are you going to pass that up? I've learned not to pass up on a chance if you have time. Chances are, you won't get back to… Continue reading Fredericksburg and Spotsylvania National Military Park: Stonewall Jackson Death Shrine