When I asked for recommendations on a place to visit in Michigan a few people had mentioned the Upper Peninsula, and some vague references were made to Pictured Rocks being ‘pretty nice’.
That was definitely an understatement.
Author: Jessica Rose
Making my way from Maine to the Midwest
Leaving Acadia National Park in Maine felt premature, there definitely was more fun to be had in that northeast corner of the states, but this girl was ready to start heading west (FINALLY). This segment was over the course of a week, and to summarize immensely: drove approximately 1800 miles, hiked some mountains, crossed the U.S./ Canadian border twice, and hitchhiked for the first time. Continue reading
Van Build Costs
I’ve had a few people ask about my camper van build- how much it cost overall, what components were the most expensive, etc. This post is for you my friends!
Before
After
Maine: A Series of Fortunate Events
Working my way up the East coast from West Virginia, I wasn’t entirely sure where I wanted to stop along the way, but one goal was clear: get to Maine. No specific reasoning as to why, just an unmistakable gut feeling that I NEEDED to get there.
Lucky
“I wish I could do what you’re doing, you’re so lucky!”
Lucky? Me? Maybe, but not in the way I think this phrase (that I’ve been hearing quite frequently as of late) is meant. Continue reading
Timeline
Three years ago, I told my supervisor at Navy Federal I wanted to travel around in a van. Jokes were made (as is only fair), and my spur of the moment wanderlust-fueled dream faded… for awhile.
One year ago, something changed: instead of talking myself out of this crazy idea, I simply decided to run with it. Full steam ahead. From that moment on, I was committed.
Seven months ago I purchased my used and abused 2002 Ford e350 from a nice gentleman I found on Craigslist.
One week ago, we hit the road.
Time
Time is the most precious thing we have.
From the moment you are born, an hourglass begins, sands slowly draining, counting out your days here on this earth. Money can be earned, possessions can be purchased… but time is the one thing that we have no control over, that we cannot create excess of. Continue reading
Current.
Well I lost my path but I found my way…
Homeward Bound, pt. 2
In the post prior to this, I gave an overview of my scenic road trip from Las Vegas to West Virginia. This post is meant to be more informative, providing further details about the trip itself, apps I found helpful, tips, etc. If you have any questions, feel free to ask! Continue reading
Homeward Bound
Country Roads, take me home…
They certainly did. Country roads, mountain roads, desert roads, highways…I’ve traveled a great deal of roads over the last few weeks. 3800 miles of them to be precise- all to make my way back to Jefferson County, West Virginia.
Wandering on a Whim 