End of an era and on to new adventures
31 juli 2023, Förenta staterna ⋅ ☀️ 72 °F
After 2 years on the road, ResoNate decided to sell the house he lived in for previous 2 decades. Today is closing day, but before leaving wanted to share back yard and new tricks with dragon staffLäs mer
First stop gas - BP in Cleveland, OH
31 juli 2023, Förenta staterna ⋅ ☀️ 75 °F
The major expense with Bliss Bus is gas and we were running on empty when we stopped in Cleveland to fill up at BP. But it was cheaper than PA and between GasBuddy and Upside found the best stationLäs mer
2nd stop - fuel for us - Blaze Pizza
31 juli 2023, Förenta staterna ⋅ ⛅ 79 °F
We don't eat out much but we do like pizza when in the road as a special treat for those without ovens. Blaze has plenty of options for plant-based eating and is even better with 20% off thanks to endLäs mer
More gas before prices rise in Indiania
31 juli 2023, Förenta staterna ⋅ ☀️ 79 °F
We still have half a tank but at prices at least $0.20/gallon cheaper is time for another stop. This time the discount's even greater thanks to Love's $0.10/gallon discount and an additionalLäs mer
Nature dinner stop - Indiana Dunes NP
31 juli 2023, Förenta staterna ⋅ ☀️ 75 °F
One of the newest National Parks was only an 8 minute detour so of course we took the opportunity to walk, explore nature and have dinner. It was a quick trip and after a long day, a mile walk up andLäs mer
Overnight stop - Cracker Barrel
31 juli 2023, Förenta staterna ⋅ 🌙 72 °F
Life on the road is not always glamorous. We are grateful for the business that allow us to park for free, especially ones with a touch of nature behind them, like this Cracker Barrel in Hammond, IN.Läs mer
Six Flags
1 augusti 2023, Förenta staterna ⋅ ⛅ 79 °F
After ResoNate bravely drove us through Chicago traffic for 110 minutes. We arrived at Six Flags Great America. We had our delicious breakfast at the picnic bench and entered the park. We were able toLäs mer
Another Cracker Barrel Overnight
1 augusti 2023, Förenta staterna ⋅ ☁️ 73 °F
Not as nice as last night but fairly quiet despite being next to interstate and sorry close to Six Flags. Total 73 miles of driving about 6.5 miles of walking (includes rides but not Hurricane Harbor)Läs mer
Mitchell Park Domes Conservatory
2 augusti 2023, Förenta staterna ⋅ ☀️ 77 °F
We drove an hour to Milwaukee and used our museum and horticulture museum pass for the very cool Mitchell Park Domes which has tropical, show, and dessert domes with plants from around the world andLäs mer
Trader Joe's shopping and break
2 augusti 2023, Förenta staterna ⋅ ⛅ 82 °F
We loaded up on food and treats from Trader Joe's and parked across the street next to shaded picnic bench in wildflower fields where we are ice cream. ResoNate spun the dragon staff too.
Gas fill up at Love's
2 augusti 2023, Förenta staterna ⋅ ☁️ 84 °F
Bliss Bus needed more fuel. Unfortunately no gas discounts in WI, so $3.50 per gallon.
Devil's Lake State Park
2 augusti 2023, Förenta staterna ⋅ ☁️ 86 °F
We had a quick visit to the Devil's Lake State Park (America the Beautiful a Interagency Pass accepted) Nature Center and then chilled by the pet friendly beach and picnic area for a couple hours. WeLäs mer
Quiet street stealth camping
2 augusti 2023, Förenta staterna ⋅ 🌙 75 °F
We decided to check out Circus World tomorrow but there were no published overnight parking spaces. Found this quiet city street near large linear park and zoo to visit in the am. Totals 180 miles, 2Läs mer
Ochsner Park and Zoo - Baraboo WI
3 augusti 2023, Förenta staterna
We had a brief move to Ochsner Park where we took advantage of the flush toilets, playground, fitness area, walking trail, picnic area and free zoo. ResoNate found a large flush of golden oysterLäs mer
Circus World Museum
3 augusti 2023, Förenta staterna
Another great museum included in our NARM membership! While we don't agree with all the circus practices, it was definitely interesting seeing the elaborate carriages, the effort that went into aLäs mer
Chapel Gorge Hike - Wisconsin Dells
3 augusti 2023, Förenta staterna ⋅ ⛅ 90 °F
We saw great reviews on Chapel Forge Hike in Wisconsin Dells. Unfortunately all the apparently interesting parts are blocked by no public access signs. Though we did find a plethora of mushroomsLäs mer
Grandad Bluff Sunset, La Crosse, WI
3 augusti 2023, Förenta staterna
We continue travelling to escape the heat and found apparently the best views in WI. It was a late day and we rushed for sunset before finishing dinner. Sally this means no pictures of the deliciousLäs mer
Quiet stealth parking
3 augusti 2023, Förenta staterna
We had seen Lower Hixon Forest as good overnight option but when we arrived it said no camping, so went back to the quiet street and parked along stone lined pullout next to the woods. Total 115Läs mer
Lower Hixon Forest Hike
4 augusti 2023, Förenta staterna
It was a very peaceful night and we slept in and then moved to the trailhead for bathroom, breakfast and hike. Lots of options but it was getting warm and we had a drive, so just did the 2.2 mi 450'Läs mer
Groceries and late lunch at Aldi's
4 augusti 2023, Förenta staterna
We broke up the trip getting groceries as there are none in the small town I grew up in and enjoyed a late picnic lunch of leftover mushroom shawarma hummus wrap and dairy free raspberry "cheesecakeLäs mer
Fuel stop - Worthington, MN
4 augusti 2023, Förenta staterna ⋅ ☁️ 84 °F
One downside of the apps is sometimes the prices are not updated and this was a case of what should have been a $0.30/gallon savings became $0.10/gallon higher than a few miles back so we only did aLäs mer
Family home
4 augusti 2023, Förenta staterna ⋅ ☁️ 81 °F
Made it to Sunshine's family home to visit with her parents before their travels to AK. Total 281 miles, 2.3 miles walking, and $98.16 in fuel for us and Bliss Bus.
Family time
5 augusti 2023, Förenta staterna ⋅ ⛅ 68 °F
While the Bliss Bus didn't move we traveled via other vehicles including motorcycles (Resonate's first road trip since becoming licensed before leaving Erie), Camaro convertible and side by side toLäs mer
Washington Pavilion Sioux Falls, SD
8 augusti 2023, Förenta staterna ⋅ ☀️ 77 °F
We enjoyed another museum with our membership. The science center was very interactive and ResoNate experienced Midwest winds in the tunnel, Sunshine Foster through space, and we went on a dinosaurLäs mer
Travel interpreted - more family time
8 augusti 2023, Förenta staterna ⋅ ⛅ 81 °F
At a routine doctor's visit, Sunshine needed another appointment and couldn't get one for a week. One of the problems of traveling is insurance only covers emergency outside of home area. LuckilyLäs mer







































































