Author Archives: TheJessicaness

Leaving Missoula

We had planned on an early start, and when the dogs woke me at 7:00 am Caleb took them out, but we wouldn’t get out of bed until 8:30 when we hear Sammi say, “hello”. We will go to Robert’s … Continue reading

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Welcome to Missoula

The girls had just gotten put to bed from the screaming fit they were having prior to our arrival. We are welcomed in, and our little dogs too. We talk until 12:30 am and when Lyra wakes, Jessi goes to put … Continue reading

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Hot and Wet in Idaho

The alarm goes off at 5:30 am. Fifteen minutes later I’m standing in a burning hot-only shower waiting for Caleb to get back with the keys to room 7. I tried splashing water on me using the dog bowl as … Continue reading

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Day 13: In Wyoming

A good night’s sleep is had by all and we are ready for the park at 6:10 am. We hiked the 2.5 mile loop Historic Quarry Trail. A side trail leads to the spot where Lee “Peg Leg” Craig mined … Continue reading

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Windy and Free

Up at 5:00 am to high winds and a sky that is on fire. It seems we may be the only people in the park today – or ones that like to get to places before they open. It will take … Continue reading

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