Northern Miles and Steady Work

Northern Miles and Steady Work

In early September I will leave Seattle and begin a long drive east. The plan is straightforward. I finish a SCUBA certification course on the 3rd and 4th, drop Michele at the airport on the morning of the 5th, pick up a rental car, and head out on the northern route toward New York. The […]

Halloween in Transylvania 2028: 8-Day Dracula Tour

Halloween in Transylvania 2028: 8-Day Dracula Tour

We’re Going to Transylvania for Halloween 2028: An Awarded Dracula Tour Through the Land of Legend There’s something quietly thrilling about putting a date on the calendar two years out and feeling the pull of a place you’ve only read about. In October 2028, Michele and I will be in Transylvania for an eight-day Halloween […]

These Were the Songs That Defined Metallica’s M72 World Tour

These Were the Songs That Defined Metallica’s M72 World Tour

After 99 concerts across three years, Metallica’s M72 World Tour has come to an end. Here’s a breakdown of the songs that became live staples, the deep cuts that appeared only once, and what the setlists reveal about one of the greatest touring bands in rock history.

More Than a Sauna: How a Simple Installation Became a Major Upgrade at Fortos Fort

More Than a Sauna: How a Simple Installation Became a Major Upgrade at Fortos Fort

When most people think about installing a sauna, they imagine a truck arriving, a structure being placed in the backyard, and enjoying their first sauna session that evening. Our experience was a little different. What started as the purchase of a custom-built sauna quickly became one of the most significant property improvement projects we have […]