Comments on: One Year Later…

By: Julie

Julie — Sun, 26 Mar 2023 19:21:44 +0000

In reply to Tina Lam. Hello Tina. Thanks for writing in and for your very kind comments. Yes, we live in Maryland but I have to admit that I have never been to Tilghman Island (although we have been to St. Michael's). As for trips that we take in Maryland, I grew up spending a week in the summer at Ocean City (not worthwhile coming from California) and visiting Baltimore and Washington DC. But usually, we leave Maryland, preferring nearby Shenandoah National Park and taking the train to NYC. The Chesapeake Bay is very nice. We had a boat for 2 summers when the kids were very young and would go water skiing and such. Maybe because I've always lived near it I've never thought of it as a tourist spot. St. Michael's (and nearby Tilghman Island) is a spot that Marylanders will go to stay in a B&B for a quiet weekend, a little shopping, and nice dinners. There's not a ton to do but if you are looking for a chill getaway it's a good option. Blue crabs are a must-try while in Maryland, either getting crab cakes or picking crabs. If you choose to visit the Chesapeake Bay, some sort of boat tour would be nice to get out on the water. I hope this helps! Cheers, Julie

By: Tina Lam

Tina Lam — Sun, 26 Mar 2023 17:54:32 +0000

Hi Julie,
I love your travel site and it has truly helped me with planning my trips! You’re a great writer and your attention to details made my trips extraordinary. I applaud you for taking all of your wonderful family global adventures and I must say that for must of us, it is a dream. I was thinking about what perfect ages your children were for this kind of trip. And now they are at the age to settle in during the hs years. Well done!
I love to travel and have spent most of my life going on world-wide adventures. My children are in their twenties and thankfully, they still want to travel with me, which is awesome since my husband is not a traveler 🙁 I made a deal with myself to visit somewhere I haven’t been during Spring and Fall months, even if it’s alone (not my first choice).
To that end, your blog is a HUGE help! Specifically, your itineraries are where I begin to brain storm, so thank you for them.
I am planning a trip to NY for mothers day and I want to add on a 3-4 day excursion in the area. I’m originally from NY and schooled in NH. Do you live in Maryland? If so, I was hoping that you could give me some insight. I read an interesting article on traveling through the Chesapeake Bay region which mentions Tilghman Island Inn and Bromes Island. I would love any suggestions, itineraries etc. Is that area considered a destination? It would be just my daughter and I. We are both fairly active, love both nature and cool cites and of are obsessed with fresh seafood. Also, we would be flying in from LA.
I thank you in advance for any recommendations.
Warm regards,

Tina Lam

By: Mark alen

Mark alen — Tue, 25 May 2021 09:25:44 +0000

Superb, in short, I want to say that, “It is proper life” Stay Blessed

By: Julie

Julie — Sun, 06 Oct 2019 23:50:01 +0000

In reply to Ruth Morley.

Hello Ruth. Thanks for sharing your experiences and I am sorry that you are injured. I think it is so awesome that you are going to hike the entire AT. Only 300 miles to go! I would love to do something like that too…I have always wanted to do a long distance trek or just “walk across something” whether it was New Zealand, Scotland, etc. The Camino de Santiago is high on my to-do list too. Although right now, with high school kids, I don’t want to be away for them for long…this time is so precious to me. But in a few years they will be off in college…

It sounds like you have had some wonderful adventures recently. I hope you heal up quickly so you can have many more wonderful adventures! Cheers, Julie

By: Ruth Morley

Ruth Morley — Sun, 06 Oct 2019 18:48:03 +0000

Julie, I just found your blog today, when searching personal narratives about trekking to Everest Base Camp . I really identified with your blog on two counts: your travels with your family around the world and dealing with the readjustment of returning to “real life.”

We lived overseas 18 years in Japan, Venezuela and France. Our two children were with us during the first 10 years I in Kobe, Japan. During those years, our family went to every continent and had so many wonderful adventures. Now in our 60’s, my husband and I continue to explore, in recent years climbing Kilimanjaro, trekking in Patagonia and kayaking 5 days in the Everglades.

Returning to suburban USA life after the challenges and excitement of living overseas was always anticlimactic for me. Also, my return from my most recent personal adventure has been especially difficult. A month ago I returned home earlier than planned (due to an injury) after having backpacked 1900 miles in all of the nearly 2200 mile Appalachian Trail (900 miles this year). Returning from the previous 2 summers of backpacking had me feeling blue, but being on crutches this time has made it even harder emotionally.

But will I give up my/our adventures because of the downsides? No way! One thing that helps me get through this downtime is planning future years’ adventures (ie: finishing my final 250 miles of the AT in Maine, Everest Base Camp, and treks in Europe), which I’m sure helps you and others who long for the open road.

I truly look forward to exploring the rest of your blog and following your future posts. Thank you!

Chocoholic, my trailname on the AT

PS. I happen to think the AT would be a perfect adventure for you as either a couple or a family, especially with your tri fitness. I had hoped to do the whole trail in one go as a thru-hiker, but I found that doing it in 4 sections over 4 years better suited my body and my schedule. Feel free to check my blog out at thetrek.co/author/ruth-morley