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Blue Dog Bakery and Cafe in Louisville, Kentucky
Soon after Riven passed away, I found myself in Louisville, Kentucky, sitting inside a restaurant called Blue Dog Bakery and Cafe. I had not traveled there looking for anything connected to him. The name simply appeared in the town where I happened to be, followed by blue dog artwork, merchandise, and a menu item…
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The Night I Needed More Than a Place to Park
An overnight stay in a Cracker Barrel parking lot is often described as a free place to sleep. That description leaves out several variables. Not every location permits overnight parking. Local rules, property restrictions, and management decisions can change what is allowed. Travelers should contact the individual restaurant before assuming they can stay. There…
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A Beautiful Tennessee Hike With the Perfect Ending
A visit with a friend in Tennessee included a hike along the Harpeth River with Riven, followed by dinner at Coco’s Italian Market in Nashville. The trail carried us through a bright spring forest, across a small wooden bridge, and down to the water before we headed back toward the city for ravioli. Riven…
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Car Camping Food Storage Is More Complicated Than It Looks
Car camping food storage sounds like a matter of finding enough containers and making everything fit. That may work for a short trip. Longer trips create a different challenge because the vehicle must carry fresh food, dry ingredients, cooking supplies, and backup food alongside everything else needed for life on the road. After nearly…