Journal
Slot Canyons, Caves and Hot Springs (Arizona and Nevada Borders)
July 20, 2019 | Maya
Had an impressive 2-day, back-to-back jet ski adventure with The Armstrongs exploring parts of the Lake Mead National Recreation Area. I wasn’t sure I’d enjoy the outdoors in our desert summer heat waves which exceeded 100°F. But wearing / bringing sun protection, having ice cold drinks in a cooler and taking an occasional dip in the water helped keep our cool. Not a sunburn or feeling of heat stroke. Enjoy a glimpse of the area we visited with the videos I’ve put together. Read More
2019 Family Reunion (Las Vegas, NV)
July 6, 2019 | Maya
About 60+ family members in attendance for this year’s reunion in Las Vegas. It took place at Lakeside Weddings and Event Space. Here are a few highlights.
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Jet skiing Lake Mohave (Arizona & Nevada)
July 2, 2019 | Maya
How do we enjoy the outdoors with the high of 104°F here? We are up & at em at 5:30am. Get to Lake Mohave by 7:00am. Although, in hindsight, sunrise’s at 5:23am so, that would be the optimal time to arrive at the lake in order to beat: (1) any weekday crowd, if any (2) the heat (3) the winds. Read More
Explore Arizona: Hiking – Potato Patch Loop (Kingman, AZ)
June 28, 2019 | Maya
It was 100°F+ weather, at home. We decided to have a shady, summer escape to cooler weather amongst the granite rock formations and in elevations of 6,000 to 8,400 ft in the Haulapai Mountains. With 10 miles and 2,300 acres of hiking trails, plus 14 trails to choose from, we hopped onto the Potato Patch Loop Trail. Read More
Drone Views: Polaris Rzr – Fun on the Rez (Arizona)
April 11, 2019 | Maya
We learned, from other locals, that a permit is required in this small stretch of land near the Colorado River that offers access to some fun sand dunes and a handful of little beaches. Sounds like a great reason to get permission from the Indian Tribes (only $100/year)! Read More
Michael Bublé – Don’t Believe the Rumors Tour (Tampa, FL)
February 13, 2019 | Maya
Our last hurrah and early Valentine’s celebration in Tampa before we move to Arizona. After a 5 year hiatus, Michael Bublé starts his Don’t Believe the Rumors tour here in Tampa to a sold out crowd. What a wonderful show … Read More
Riding for Beginners: Polaris Rzr Side by Side
February 11, 2019 | MayaOur 1st off-roading joyride on our 2015 Polaris Rzr 1000 XP 4. Excited to go with our neighbor who owns a side by side. Bill recently installed a horn and license plate kit so we can eventually make it street legal. We’re interested to learn how it rides on grass, gravel and sand. Here’s how it went. Read More
New Year’s All-Terrain, Off-Road Adventure in Central Florida
January 2, 2019 | Maya
Neighbor takes us on a joyride with his new all-terrain, off-road Yamaha Viking. It started on a crisp, cloudy morning – 67°F and 8:00am. I got caught in the barrel of a muddy wave! I’m thinking, “The person in front always gets it!” And it’s all caught on video. Thanks a mil, Simi..! Read More
We are Bill and Maya who live with a "Get curious. Get going!" adventurous spirit. We enjoyed our years living in Hawaii, RV around the USA, jump aboard cruises on occasion, grab our passport to travel the globe.
