Category: Travel
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2026 East Coast Drive (Part 8: Random Notes)
The final post in my series on the recent East coast drive through five states has broader observations and thoughts. With over two thousand miles of driving it gives you plenty of time to think and observe. In no particular order… Professional Driver Responsibility I think that all 18-wheel trucks should be required by federal…
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2026 East Coast Drive (Part 7: NC)
The final stretch of the trip took me back into North Carolina but with the opportunity to drive from West to East for the full distance. I spent most of a day and one night in Asheville, NC where I found a really vibrant art community and a lot of amazing artists. I started at…
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2026 East Coast Drive (Part 6: TN)
Next stop was the Forbidden Caverns in Tennessee, after a disappointing experience at Mammoth Caverns which was my fault. I had not done enough research and opted to show up day-of without tickets. The self-guided tour takes you into a large cavern but lacking any formations. Fortunately Forbidden did not disappoint with a fun half-mile…
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2026 East Coast Drive (Part 5: WV / KY)
West Virginia I have never been to West Virginia but I expected more nature than civilization and it didn’t disappoint. After the Smithsonian I headed to Harpers Ferry, WV to visit a historic candy store. And the town but as the worst diabetic you can imagine, candy was certainly a high point. There is no…
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2026 East Coast Drive (Part 4: Food)
On occasion I like to enjoy a truly fine dining experience via Michelin rated restaurant. Along with a friend, at her recommendation, we visited JÔNT DC. In April, 2021, they earned their second Michelin star and based on our visit they absolutely deserve it. After visiting a two-star in Denver earlier this year and having…
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2026 East Coast Drive (Part 3: VA / DC)
June 5 (Friday) From Richland, Virginia it was time to head North toward Washington D.C. The day was primarily stopping at a few towns to check out stores and drive through the areas to get a feel for them. I had driven through this area in 2022 as part of another cross country trip but…
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2026 East Coast Drive (Part 2: North Carolina / Virginia)
June 3 (Wednesday) After the convention I drove back to Wilmington, North Carolina to check out a few shops and grab lunch along the river. The old downtown area is nice to walk and has a lot to see including art and a battleship. Being back in the South also gave a bit of nostalgia…
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My Quest for the White Squirrel!
I recently attended NaClCON in Carolina Beach, North Carolina. After the con concluded I took a drive through North Carolina, Virginia, Washington D.C., West Virginia, Kentucky, Tennessee, and back through North Carolina to fly out. Between June 3rd and June 12th I drove around two thousand miles to see a couple states I had never…
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2022 Cross-country Drive (Part 5: Crisis of Confidence)
While this is part 5, and final, in my series covering my recent cross-country road trip, this one will be considerably different in topic. It will also be somewhat depressing to animal lovers at the start but hopefully swing back to a happier tone by the end. This one will not cover aspects of a…
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2022 Cross-country Drive (Part 4: Food)
As someone who has worked entirely too much, and grinded through too many 12+ hour days, food has been one bright spot the past ten years. That occasional chance at a meal that is above and beyond, that becomes breaks, lunch, dinner, and an island of enjoyment in an otherwise crappy day. With a three…