Landed!
June 7, 2021 in the United States ⋅ ⛅ 91 °F
After a full day of work and travel, I finally made it to New Mexico.
Rise and shine!
June 8, 2021 in the United States ⋅ ☀️ 70 °F
Started off my first morning in Las Cruces with a 6 am run! Watching the sun rise over the mountains is always my favorite.
City of Rocks
June 9, 2021 in the United States ⋅ ☀️ 86 °F
Took a break from working to visit the City of Rocks! One of my favorite places to visit as a kid. We had a run in with killer bees that brought our visit abruptly to an end.
Mini Family Reunion
June 12, 2021 in the United States ⋅ ☀️ 97 °F
We had family come visit us from Phoenix yesterday. It was a day full of food and lots of laughs! We only get together about once every 10 years.
NM Check In
June 15, 2021 in the United States ⋅ ☀️ 90 °F
Soaking up my last few days with my Omi. Right before this picture she said “throw me your leg!” Love her and her silliness.
Pecans, pecans, and more pecans
June 16, 2021 in the United States ⋅ 🌙 86 °F
Spending my last few night cracking nuts and practicing my German. One bowl of pecans takes two hours!
ELP to PDX
June 18, 2021 in the United States ⋅ ☀️ 75 °F
Headed to the airport at 3 this morning for my early flight. Had a pit stop at LAX for my connecting flight. It was so foggy when we got in you could barely see across the runway.
Portland Day 1
June 18, 2021 in the United States ⋅ ☀️ 68 °F
Hit the ground running as soon as I got into Portland. We went on a scenic drive by the Columbia River, visited the Rose Garden, and ended with one of the best views of the city. I am still not overRead more
Portland by Foot
June 19, 2021 in the United States ⋅ ⛅ 63 °F
Spent the day walking around Portland. Sticking our head in different shops, Powell’s books which is the largest used book store in the world, and hand an amazing lunch at a farm to table ThaiRead more
Portland Japanese Garden
June 19, 2021 in the United States ⋅ ☀️ 77 °F
Went to the famous historic Japanese garden this afternoon. Portland has a sister city in Japan and this garden is supposed to symbolize their friendship.
Cannon Beach
June 20, 2021 in the United States ⋅ ☀️ 63 °F
Visited the beach today for my first Pacific Northwest beach experience. We on a long hike down to the beach and saw some incredible capes. When you have the beach and the mountains together, you getRead more
Stop 1: Mt. Saint Hellen
June 21, 2021 in the United States ⋅ ☀️ 70 °F
Spending my day driving up to Seattle from Portland. My first quick pit stop was Mt Saint Helen which is actually a volcano. If you look closely you can see it in the distance.
Stop 2: Mt. Rainer National Park
June 21, 2021 in the United States ⋅ ☀️ 73 °F
This stop took my breath away. I’m going to let the pictures do the talking.
Sleeping in Seattle
June 21, 2021 in the United States ⋅ ☀️ 81 °F
After a day of driving I am officially in Seattle! An early morning at 2 weeks of traveling has finally caught up with me. I’m settling in early tonight with some REAL Asian food from a TaiwaneseRead more
Pikes Place Market
June 22, 2021 in the United States ⋅ ☀️ 70 °F
Explored downtown Seattle this morning. Grabbed a coffee at the original Starbucks, snagged a famous pierogi from a mom and pop shop, and explored all the shops and stands around the market. At theRead more
Space Needle and Seattle Skyline
June 22, 2021 in the United States ⋅ ☀️ 68 °F
Took a ride on the Farris wheel and saw Seattle from the sky. I also got a glimpse of the space Needle on my way to Chihuly gardens.
Chihuly Garden and Glass
June 22, 2021 in the United States ⋅ ☀️ 70 °F
Next stop was Chihuly Gardens. Dave Chihuly was a famous glass artist who has made some incredible work. His museum blew me away.
