Family travel adventures
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Firsts, Frustrations, and Front-Porch Friendships
Read more: Firsts, Frustrations, and Front-Porch FriendshipsNow that we’re here, really here, we’re beginning to experience all the “firsts” that come with a new home, a new town, and a completely new way of life. Our first visit with new friends happened sooner than expected. Just days after we arrived, one of our neighbors stopped by to check in—and shared stories…
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Unpacking Life, One Box (and Grocery Cart) at a Time
Read more: Unpacking Life, One Box (and Grocery Cart) at a TimeWe’re here. Those words feel surreal as I type them. After months of planning, praying, packing, and pushing ourselves to the limit—we’ve made it to our new home in Mississippi. The movers unloaded the last box on Friday, and after they pulled out of the driveway, we looked at each other, exhausted but giddy. We…
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The Final Stretch: Pushed, Praised, and Home at Last
Read more: The Final Stretch: Pushed, Praised, and Home at LastAs we drove around a bend on that narrow Mississippi road—dark and winding—a semi truck came barreling toward us on the opposite side. It was so close it pushed us off the road. My phone rang immediately. “Are you okay? That truck nearly tipped us over!” Jim’s voice was sharp with adrenaline. My heart thudded…
Family travel stories
Join us as we explore new places across the country, sharing our adventures, unexpected surprises, and the lessons learned along the way during our cross-country move from California to Mississippi.
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Coming Home to Dixie 