That last road trip with my Dad inspired the women in my family to become independent drivers. Even Mom, an old fashioned Southern lady, who always stated that “it isn’t safe for women to be out on the road without a man,” realized that when you put your mind to it, you really can accomplish things on your own.

Cycling in the Pacific Northwest.

This view to the North, taken while standing on the Seal Rock State Park trail just off hwy 101, captures the rocks shattering the Pacific’s pounding waves into refreshingly cool Summer mists that shower the trail and beach nearby.