A melting pot of French, Spanish, Caribbean, West African, and many other cultures, New Orleans was a must stop on our road trip. Though I was so excited to finally be in the city known for its great music, food, and rich culture, our visit landed on a sweltering hot summer day. I thought I could […]
Road Trip
White Sands National Monument
Tucked away in the Tularosa Basin of New Mexico, White Sands National Monument is an oasis of wave-like gypsum dunes that glisten under the desert sun. Millions of years ago the monument was home to a deep lake layered with gypsum, which is rarely seen as sand because it is water-soluble. However, the isolation of the […]
Truth or Consequences, NM
Truth or Consequences, NM, formerly known as Hot Springs, NM, changed its name in 1950 when “Truth or Consequences” game show producer Ralph Edwards announced the show would air live from the first town willing to share the game’s name. T or C, as the locals know it, has since reaped the consequences of attracting […]
Got My Zion You
The majestic red and white cliffs of Zion Canyon, standing over 2,000 feet above us, left us in awe. Zion National Park, located in southern Utah, is in a desert climate but is home to many species of plants and animals, including cheeky squirrels scavenging for snacks. Parts of the park are in low desert […]
This Time for a Road Trip
While leaving Reno was bittersweet, the road home was filled with wonders. I packed my life into my car and drove from NV to NC with my best friend. On the first day of nine, we traveled from Reno to Las Vegas, stopping at Yosemite and Death Valley along the way. Yosemite If time had […]