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byLike many people during lockdown, I made a lot of changes in my home, one of which was getting an entirely new bed set….
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byTravel to Europe in summer has changed with the unbearable heat that can entrap much of the continent these days. Have you been affected…
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byThere are so many wonderful places to travel in Oregon, especially if you love the great outdoors! In this article, we’ll take a…
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byHave you ever thought about moving to Canada? Like many Americans who have become disillusioned with life in the U.S., I’ve looked into…
Amazing Lassen National Park Hike in a Volcano
byHave you been to Lassen National Park? It’s surprisingly unknown even here in California! But with jaw-dropping views, volcanoes and painted hills, and…
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byI’ve been visiting Napa Valley for about 15 years, and it’s become one of my favorite places in California. But I remember feeling…
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byCalifornia campgrounds: There is an astounding variety of places to camp in California, from oceanfront sites with a view, to campsites under the…
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byMy son Noah is finishing 4th grade right now, which means that he and his classmates have begun the study of science with animals….
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20 California Campgrounds in Amazing Locations
byCalifornia campgrounds: There is an astounding variety of places to camp in California, from oceanfront sites with a view, to campsites under the…
