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On the Road Across America Part VI: Summertime in California

On the Road Across America Part VI: Summertime in California

Summer is so mesmerizing. So much to do, so many people to see. Late night BBQ’s with the neighbors or trips to the city to go shopping. People are coming to visit. The sun is always shining but when it’s not, the sweet smell of rain fills the warm air. The Golden State is exactly … Continue reading

Why You Should Visit New York

Why You Should Visit New York

The Big Apple. The Melting Pot. The Metropolis. The city that never sleeps. New York City is and always has been one of my favorite cities. I’ve been there plenty of times, and it never gets old. There is always something to do or something to see. There are many historic locations to visit, such as the … Continue reading

Honduras Revealed

Honduras Revealed

We live in a society where there is always something new we “need”. Imagine living in a country where trying to raise your kids and put food on the table is a daily struggle. In the country of Honduras, 65% of the population lives below $2 USD per day. (“Honduras – Stats.”) It seems hard … Continue reading

Four Girls, One City

Four Girls, One City

Earlier this year one of my best friends Maria, decided that she wanted to celebrate her 16th birthday in New York City.  Along with myself, she also invited are other two best friends Julia and Rebecca.  The four of us always do everything together, so this trip was bound to be memorable and tons of … Continue reading

A Simple Place

A Simple Place

Last summer, my dad proposed the idea of going to Lancaster, Pennsylvania other wise known as Pennsylvania Dutch (Amish) Country, to spend a night while he was on vacation for his birthday.  A few of his friends had recently recommended going to the Green Dragon, a flea market with multiple Amish booths which is only open … Continue reading

On The Road Across America Part V: Western Parks

On The Road Across America Part V: Western Parks

The Grand Canyon has many misconceptions; many see it as boring rocks with a river through it. It is far from that idea with a beautiful landscape and a variety of things to do. We hiked and went to some of the talks held by the rangers.  The most memorable talks was about Mountain Lions … Continue reading

Risking Our Safety

Risking Our Safety

Some may say our safety is being compromised. The Transportation Security Administration has brought uncertainty with its recent decision to change the prohibition list. Effective on April 25, 2013, a ban has been lifted and certain knives will be allowed to travel with you. The blade can not be longer than 6 centimeters in length … Continue reading

On the Road Across America Part IV

On the Road Across America Part IV

On April 26th, we were in New Mexico at the White Sands National Park. It is one of the most gorgeous parks in my opinion. There is a multitude of animals in this desert like setting. There is everything from Stink Bugs to Bleached Earless Lizards to Kit Foxes. When we were there we also … Continue reading

It Never Gets Old

It Never Gets Old

Joy and happiness is filled in the air, Something about this place makes it unfair. Nobody ever wants to leave , There is always something new up Mickey’s sleeve. Smiles on all of the children’s faces, Disney is one of their favorite places. Rides all around left and right, Cinderella’s castle lights up the night. … Continue reading

On the Road Across America Part III

On the Road Across America Part III

Texas. Driving and driving and driving. I begged to go there though. As a little girl, I loved the Mary-Kate and Ashley Olsen movies.  In one of them, they went to SeaWorld in Texas. So, my wish for this trip was to go where they had filmed it. We went and saw the aquarium shows, … Continue reading

On the Road Across America Part II

On the Road Across America Part II

This is a continuation from the first article, On the Road Across America. When my family and I got to Gulfport, Mississippi, we spent four days volunteering at a place named God’s Katrina Kitchen.  It helped those effected by hurricane Katrina in this area. It was almost a year after the hurricane occurred so most … Continue reading

Paradise

Paradise

If you and your family are looking to relax and relieve any stress you may have, you should strongly consider taking a well deserved trip to the island of paradise; the Bahamas. The Bahamas is the perfect get-away place for any person. This island is known for it’s beautiful crystal clear waters and luxurious beaches. … Continue reading

The Greatest Place You Never Expected

The Greatest Place You Never Expected

Over the summer, most Americans go on vacation. They go places that they’ve never been or hot vacation spots. For example, Florida or the Jersey Shore or the Carolinas are beachy places that a lot of people go to. But, one place that no one would expect to go to and have fun is America’s … Continue reading

On the Road Across America

On the Road Across America

Six months and thirty states. In 2006, from April to August my parents home schooled my sister and I so we could travel across the country. Our first day we drove through New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Maryland, and stopped in West Virginia. The camp ground was small but the amount of beauty we saw in just … Continue reading