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  • Goshen Pass

    Walter and I have visited Goshen Pass in the spring and summer months, but last year we decided to go in autumn to see the fabulous fall colors reflecting in…

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  • I Love Pie

    When we were kids growing up in Wisconsin, my sister and I learned how to bake pies on Saturday mornings. My mom tied aprons around our waists, and we helped…

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  • Covered Bridges

    After moving to Roanoke, I decided to find the covered bridges of southwest Virginia. I discovered four nearby bridges and set out on a mission to find them. All the…

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  • Buena Vista, VA

    When I moved to Roanoke, Virginia, I wanted to explore the surrounding area by visiting nearby small towns. Many of the towns celebrated the fall season with festivals, and I…

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  • Jefferson National Forest

    Walter and I ventured out on a gorgeous summer day to visit Jefferson National Forest. The forest covers thousands of acres, but we chose to head north from Roanoke to…

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  • White-Tailed Squirrel

    Our backyard is home to feisty gray squirrels who are welcome to grab a peanut or two from our veranda whenever they’re hungry, which is always. We have named many…

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