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A tale of people and sustenance. This 'European M

A tale of people and sustenance.
This 'European Mount' was new to me, so different from dusty pieces covered with fur.
This stark Elk skull reminded me of Georgia O'Keefe. It's a relic from a Utah hunt by one couple who harvested the meat and lived off of it during the Pandemic. As a city girl, I can't imagine doing that but still appreciate their herculean efforts. Nothing was wasted. Even gutting left on the mountain side was claimed by the wild creatures living there. Nothing remained when the couple returned months later.
In a world where we're so removed from the sources of our protein, this feels clean and artful even as I eat little meat or fish. Not sure I could hunt unless I was starving, but I love this skull and picture the proud buck, like ones we surprised crossing a forest meadow at the Brianhead Summit. So beautiful.
The other shots are from the family home - an Antelope skull and Wild Turkey tail.
Would you hunt? Could you?

It's all in the details and Kansas City is flush w

It's all in the details and Kansas City is flush with fine touches - creative, classic and fun. There's so much to see!
Thanks to Beth Santos and the #witskc team for bringing so many strong sisters together here at this time.
#HowWeDoKC #travelwithpurpose #womenintravel #visitkc #safespaces #tripwellgal #bethechangeyouwishtosee

Riding along the Mother Highway, Route 66. We've s

Riding along the Mother Highway, Route 66.
We've survived 70 hr. wind, thunderstorms, and waves of dust but then there's sunshine, smiles, and endless prairies. My trusty travel buddy and I are still speaking and my dear Hybrid still runs. Rolled into Kansas City today. Whew!
Have you driven cross country?
#roadtrippers #roadtripusa #rideontime #hybridcar #maskedgirl

Not your average roadside attraction. Our colorfu

Not your average roadside attraction.
Our colorful day began at this popular site. Seven Magic Mountains is stunning in scale and hue. I almost expected the shapes to heave and rearrange. They have such power.
One of the largest land art pieces in the U.S., the Seven Magic Mountains is many things but also a critique on the excesses of Las Vegas, not far away.
A meditation on rock balancing in natural limestone by Ugo Rondinone.
#landarts #sevenmagicmountains
#tripyoursoul #artofvisuals #welivetoexplore #neverstopexploring #stayandwander #lensculture #nothingisordinary #liveauthentic #roadtrippers #tripwellgal

It may have been a plastic alligator but this spea

It may have been a plastic alligator but this speaks to my gingerly, grateful love and respect for our natural world. #earthdayiseveryday
Thank you for the impromptu portrait, Josue Castro, @latentacion. Thank you to @vanguardculture for the beautiful event and screening of the History of Joy at the @balboapark @mopasd

Imagine having a rose named after you! Wandered a

Imagine having a rose named after you!
Wandered a local nursery recently then returned home to figure out what to do with the roses I inherited. I haven't killed them all yet!
Gardens change constantly and consistency seems to be the key (alongside water and sunlight!) Life lessons and my fingernails will never be the same. 🙄

What a rush. These three incredibly inspiring writ

What a rush. These three incredibly inspiring writers are carving their livings out of new media like Substack and Patreon. I'm interviewing them for the next San Diego Press Club webinar. If you're interested in growing your community, writing about what you love, and flourishing, join us for the free Facebook Live talk on May 3rd, 6-7 pm PST. Register here: https://conta.cc/37Fh2jV

Now and then. Time traveling mural in downtown Enc

Now and then. Time traveling mural in downtown Encinitas. Some things never change.
#encinitaslife #californiaholics #surfartist #muralsofinstagram #caligramners

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Once we overcome the virus, the world will be waiting. Travelers know one thing - how to pivot and we will. We'll travel again and whether it's a short road trip or across the planet, I'll be here to help putting my years of travel to work. The Tripwellgal mission remains: to help us connect with our beautiful planet and each other with care and wonder. Stay in touch and happy travels!

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