Category Archives: Government

A Thought Experiment

Posted on March 3, 2026 by TheJessicaness

The idea started with the Universal Declaration of Human Rights, established in 1948, and agreed upon by 48 nations that were UN members at the time. This included 22 from the Americas, 14 from Europe, ten from Asia & Pacific, … Continue reading →

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Day 31 – Happy Birthday Soccer Mom

Posted on June 24, 2025 by TheJessicaness

Caleb is ready to dry our clothes that are still damp from hanging all night but Gert wants to surprise Caleb in the lobby at 630, so we have to wait. I wasn’t expecting balloons in front of the door … Continue reading →

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More Than Potatoes

Posted on May 15, 2025 by TheJessicaness

Thursday morning has us driving along the Columbia River, with Washington trees and a railroad around us and Oregon across the water. Caleb points out that we will be hiking over the Bridge of the Gods on foot in a … Continue reading →

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Watch for Water

Posted on December 9, 2023 by TheJessicaness

We wake up in Deming, New Mexico and after a shower, putting the tent away properly (after last night’s hurry), and getting some free coffee and an apple cinnamon waffle are ready to face the 30°F day. Our first stop … Continue reading →

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On a Mission in Missoula

Posted on July 27, 2021 by TheJessicaness

Sunday – 2000 Miles in Half a Day Caleb had mentioned going up to Montana in August to see family and when my dad suggested I meet him for a road trip I decided that it was time to travel … Continue reading →

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