MilesInAmerica

It's been one year of this introvert, homebody traveling in my van, road trips, camping, hiking, fitness, sightseeing, roadside attractions, and exploring... AND trying to catch it all on video. I've learned a lot, done a lot, seen a lot... and I wouldn't change a thing.

Though introverted, there are moments when I feel alone... and this was one of those days. I loved my stay in the Badlands! 2nd day of hiking, exploring, sightseeing, and searching for Buffalo! Another great road trip traveling in my van. Next time I will stay longer. 🙂

I love the Badlands! Fun hiking, exploring, sightseeing, and of course, the Buffalo! just an overall great road trip traveling in my van. I wish I could have stayed longer. I'm still trying to slow down.

Traveling artist, on solo road trip to move abstract painting to its new home. One overnight stay in my camper van at Harvest Host, Anchor Meadow Farm with the KuneKune pigs in Nebraska. And a roadside attraction, Danish Windmill in Iowa. There is nothing better than exploring and sightseeing in the midwest... all in the comfort of my Pacifica minivan!

Joe Exotic, Tiger King's Tigers are at The Wild Animal Sanctuary in Colorado where I visited. So many animals rescued. I had a late night change of plans and ended up doing a little stealth camping in a neighborhood. Not my favorite. The Wild Animal Sanctuary link: https://www.wildanimalsanctuary.org/

I took a quick roadtrip to Carter Lake (Northern Colorado) where I did some winter camping for the night. I had some things on my mind, so it was good to get away. While hiking, I learned my minivan has a party when I'm gone... lots of strange noises...??

My Yellowstone video was my very first travel video, and it was almost an hour long. So I decided to do a remake... and shorten it to cover only Yellowstone and Grand Teton. Still my favorite road trip!

Solo camping in my van at Pawnee National Grasslands. Hiking the Buttes and looking forward to the stars.

Afraid. Survived. Loved it! Exploring Rocky Mountain National Park during winter. First time working out in Van, trying to stay on track with fitness. Wilderness, alone, no cell service, and nervous. But I did it, and loved it!

From Minnesota back home. Okoboji and Spirit Lake. My first Harvest Host stay and my first truckstop shower. I made several lending library stops and picked up a couple books. It was nice to slow down and take time for fitness, walking.

I explored during a great road trip in Minnesota. Enjoyed a Lutefisk picnic and the beautiful landscape of rural Minnesota.

I'm still working on fitness during my van travel. I did a little better on this road trip to Minnesota... walking, slowing down. I also donated books along the way exploring small communities.

While on the road, at a truck stop, a rainy night in Nebraska, I was comforted by the only gift my dad gave me. I was hit with emotion and memories... I love when that happens!

Hiking Rattlesnake Gulch Trail in Eldorado, Colorado. I went up with the family, but I had to rush down solo to make my dinner plans. Beautiful day!

I was invited to hike The Great Sand Dunes National Park in Colorado with family and friends. Nothing better! This was not my typical roadtrip, but I'm up for anything! Exploring Everything!

I decided to leave Florida early to avoid another hurricane. Once I was on the road, I had the bug to get home, so I drove a lot and only took one overnight stop at a Love's Truckstop. Unfortunately, not much walking and no sightseeing.

I was lucky enough to watch a SpaceX Rocket Launch while I was in Florida. I still get choked up while rewatching this video. The rocket Launch was an incredible experience. Amazing to be there! Who knew I would love Kennedy Space Center so much that I'd get to watch a launch!

Kennedy Space Center. I had a wonderful time exploring, and I didn't expect to love space so much. Inspiring. I needed two days! Great travel stop.

I explore Daytona Beach area while trying to stay fit. Condo on the beach with dolphins and lots of activity. Dunlawton Sugar Mill Gardens and Drive-in Christian Church.

Leaving Graceland and headed to Florida Beach. Roadside attractions on my solo road trip. Tupelo Buffalo Park was great. Spent the night at a truckstop. Thanks for riding along.

LOVED Graceland and Elvis. One of the best road trip stops.

Trip to Graceland, Slight Bearspray Mishap, Solo Female Travel, Roadside Attractions, Vanlife,

Going home, Cranky, Lakes Along the way, Vanlife, Roadside Attractions, Van Travel

Last catch-up video. Places I've been, so far, before creating these videos. Mount Rushmore. Badlands. Midwest. Looking forward to my next trip to Graceland!

Trying out WeatherTech Sunshade window covers, Minivan Solo Travel, Camping in Van, Emergency gear