It has been awhile since I have posted about a food favorite. Riding my bike everyday and running multiple times per week has me thinking more and more about what I am fueling my body with. As much as possible, I like to eat foods I make myself, from simple ingredients. While writing a bio … [read more...]
If you haven’t already, I recommend you read Part I of this story before reading this. I left off the story “somewhere on a path along the beach [in New Zealand]… something starting going really smoothly.” I was trying to describe the feeling when something you’ve done over and over starts to feel just right, as … [read more...]
If you told me a few years ago that I would come to love running, I would have laughed in your face. When I used to think of running, I thought of the requirement to “run” the mile in gym class. I walked it. Sure, I might have jogged the first bit, but it usually … [read more...]
This Weekly Snapshot comes from ARTISANworks, a 40,000 square foot, not-for-profit art space in Rochester, NY. ARTISANworks supports the local arts community through it’s massive, eclectic collection of artwork as well as using the income from event hosting to support local outreach programs. ARTISANworks will always be a special place since Kaitlin and I had our wedding … [read more...]
This Weekly Snapshot comes from Niagara Falls, New York. Our friends Kelly & Anita (aka Adventuring Kiwis) are visiting from New Zealand and we thought it would be appropriate to show them one of the most iconic places in America. What iconic places would you recommend to visit near your hometown? Canon Powershot S95 Photo Properties – … [read more...]
This Weekly Snapshot is a night shot on Canandaigua Lake in New York’s Finger Lake region. We had a lovely picnic along the lakefront this past week for one of our best friend’s birthday. This shows the Canandaigua Lady, a double-decker paddleboat that offers cruises with dinner and drinks on the lake. Canon Powershot S95 Photo … [read more...]
This Weekly Snapshot is from my cousin Monique’s wedding this weekend. This was no ordinary wedding, instead Monique and Andy threw a music festival in their backyard to celebrate their marriage. This was one of many beautiful decorations setup for the festival throughout their yard at The Good Luck Lodge, a fishing lodge they own near … [read more...]
This Weekly Snapshot comes from our family reunion at Oglebay Resort & Conference Center in Wheeling, West Virginia. Every year, around 80 members of my mother-in-law’s family gather to celebrate together. I feel lucky to be part of such a big family with so many people excited to hang out with each other. We had … [read more...]
This Weekly Snapshot is from a walk along the old defensive wall surrounding Lucca, Italy. We spent a week here in June, 2011 exploring the surrounding countryside and other cities in Tuscany. I captured the perfect moment in the sun while my brother and his daughter held hands while walking along the 4 kilometer path. Canon … [read more...]
Is it possible to love something to pieces? I’ve been trying for over a year, and while close, my Oboz Sawtooth shoes still haven’t fallen apart (completely). As you know, Kaitlin and I spent a full year traveling through Europe, Thailand, and New Zealand with only carry-on luggage. Knowing I would only have space for … [read more...]
Hi! We are Kaitlin and Brian, a couple of outdoor educators turned world travelers. We embarked on our first round the world adventure in May, 2011. After a year overseas, we've "settled" in Portland, Oregon to experience life on the west coast. This site documents our adventures here, there and everywhere. Our hope is that it inspires your inner-adventurer as well.
Click here to read more about our story!