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Sustainable Living: Why Saving the Planet Sucks, but We Should Do it Anyways

Posted on February 5, 2021February 5, 2021 by forrealrobin

Maybe it’s my Dutch roots that can’t bear to throw anything away, or my California background that has turned me into a bit of a hippie, but living a more eco-friendly lifestyle has been on my mind lately. I’ve always cared a lot about nature and want to make sure my lifestyle reflects these values. …

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Letting Go of 2020: A New Year’s Routine

Posted on January 13, 2021January 13, 2021 by forrealrobin

I love New Year’s because I love reflecting and goal setting, so each new year, I try to sit down and take in what the past year has meant to me, and plan out what I want my new year to look like. This year, I didn’t get to this before the clock struck twelve,…

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13 Ways A Divorce is Like A Pandemic

Posted on May 2, 2020May 2, 2020 by forrealrobin

It’s been almost a year since my 7 year marriage and 11 year relationship fell apart, and while I have been writing constantly as a way of processing it all, I haven’t shared much of it for a variety of reasons. (I do also realize many people will be hearing about my divorce possibly for…

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5 Things to do on a Weekend in Taos

Posted on March 31, 2020March 31, 2020 by forrealrobin

Located just two hours north of Albuquerque, Taos is a perfect getaway for the weekend with plenty of things to do. Here are my top 5 things to do on a trip to Taos. The Gorge Bridge Located just outside of downtown Taos, this bridge stretches over the Rio Grande Gorge, and you can walk…

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5 Things to Do in White Sands National Park

Posted on March 17, 2020March 17, 2020 by forrealrobin

The next stop on our road trip was White Sands National Park, a recent addition to the National Park family, as it was upgraded from a monument in 2019. What to Expect: About the Park  White Sands National Park is one of the world’s largest gypsum dune fields and is unlike anything I have ever…

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What to Do For a Day Trip to Carlsbad Caverns

Posted on February 26, 2020February 28, 2020 by forrealrobin

After moving to New Mexico, I knew that one of the first stops on my list of things to do was a visit to Carlsbad Caverns. Here is all you need to know for an easy off-season day trip to Carlsbad Caverns. What to Do King’s Palace Tour We started our visit to the Canyons…

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The Beach

Posted on October 31, 2019November 1, 2019 by forrealrobin

I have lived in the woods and fallen in love with the quiet of the forest and strength of the trees, and even the desert has grown on me with her radiant sunsets and burning desire just to survive in harsh conditions, but this, the beach, this will always be home. I can feel the…

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My Comprehensive Guide to Balloon Fiesta from a “Local’s” First Experience

Posted on September 30, 2019October 1, 2019 by forrealrobin

I had lived in Albuquerque for just a year before I experienced the wonder that is the International Balloon Fiesta. And now that I have seen it, this event adds a whole new level of charm to Albuquerque that I was completely unaware of before. In anticipation of the fiesta starting this Saturday, here is…

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South West Road Trip Day 3: Lake Powell Page, Arizona

Posted on August 31, 2019February 28, 2022 by forrealrobin

On the third day of your southwest road trip, relax at Lake Powell and enjoy the small town of Page, Arizona. The Story After an eventful morning at Antelope Canyon, we decided to spend the afternoon lounging lakeside at Wahweap Beach.  The views are stunning and the water felt amazingly cool and crisp, but it…

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Southwest Road Trip Day 2: Antelope Canyon

Posted on July 31, 2019February 28, 2022 by forrealrobin

Here is how to spend the second day of your southwest roadtrip at Antelope Canyon. I cover what to expect, some logistics, and we get into the magic of this beautiful slot canyon. The Story The morning was magic, even though we had barely slept due to a fellow camper wandering about the grounds at…

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