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So, what does a couple do after spending 2 long, yet interesting, months at a kiosk in basically a cocoon state of mind? Well, after eating homemade salads and sandwiches each day – that is until we morphed into consuming a daily fast food mall treat as the weeks went on – one thing we … More Is There Life After the Kiosk?

Here we are, less than two weeks from Christmas day. We are now up to 13-hour days at the kiosk, and believe it or not, Bill and I are still speaking – some days less than others! The next week will bring even longer hours – designed for those who wake up and realize they … More Countdown…Two Weeks and Counting!

Well, we made it through Black Friday and the holiday weekend – people clamoring to buy that perfect NFL or collegiate team gift! Whether it be the ever-popular plush throw or the newly sought after team totem pole, we had it and people purchased it! Why, then, do I sit here today (and the past … More Lament for the Shopping Mall!

So far the mall traffic has been slow and steady, gearing up for the Black Friday experience – six hours on Thanksgiving night and 16 hours on Friday, November 23 – and, yes, we will be there too! I’ve discovered that a mall truly is a microcosm, reflecting all aspects of our larger world. Although, … More Mall Musings…

So…you haven’t heard from us in a while, but now we are back in action! We enjoyed our time in NJ, but as the weather got colder, we knew it was time for us to depart and head for warmer pastures! As I have mentioned, as a workamper there are more traditional jobs such as … More Worth the Wait?

As Teddy Roosevelt once said, “Believe you can and you’re halfway there.” His words rang true last week as Bill and I embarked on a Road Scholar program entitled, “From the Mason-Dixon Line to the Potomac: Hiking the Appalachian Trail in Maryland.” Together with six other hikers, an awesome guide, Ben, and four different sweeps … More One State Down…13 To Go!

As I have previously mentioned to my workamper blog followers, and other friends as well, no matter where you are traveling, working, or relaxing, there are certain events in one’s life that cannot be missed. One such occasion occurred this past weekend, as our first stop upon leaving the beauty of northern Michigan was Susquehanna … More A Weekend of Football, Family, Friends, and Fond Memories!

The Jackson 5 song title, Never Can Say Good-bye certainly rings true this week, as one of the hardest things associated with workamping is actually leaving a location after spending 5 or more months working and living together with new acquaintances and often some familiar faces, if you have returned to a job for multiple … More Never Can Say Good-bye!

Two years ago when we summered and workamped in northern Michigan, we put hundreds of miles on our Jeep as we explored and experienced the area to the maximum. This included day trips as well as overnights to various locations such as Mackinaw Island and Beaver Island. This year, on our two days off a … More Have You Ever Coddiwompled?

Those of you have been following our journey for years now know that a very integral slice ( no pun intended) of our exploration – wherever we land – has to do with FOOD! I haven’t been focusing too much on edible experiences this summer, but having visited several new eating establishments during the past … More Food Flash!