On the surface, Fairmount looks a lot like many other small towns in America. Fairmount is anytown, everytown. But it is also singular. There are many older Fairmount residents who recall James Dean, as a family member, as a friend, as a classmate, a neighbor. Everywhere you look, signs point to James Dean.
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Tybee Island – COVID Escape
Tybee Island, along with Cumberland Island, is my favorite place in Georgia. It’s my happy space. Since March, as the COVID-19 collectively shattered our world, I’ve spent six months at home. My mom traveled from Europe to the States before the virus came and couldn’t leave the USA since her…
The Art of Detours
On my iTunes, California Dreamin’ is blasting. There is something about road trips, that sense of freedom, living in the moment. Making decisions on instinct, and having sweet detours when something inviting takes your full attention. And, you stop.
The Amazing World of Joshua Trees
Joshua Tree National Park, home to the breathtaking Joshua Trees. On the edges of the park lies the town Joshua Tree, named after the beloved icon. This tiny outpost is the best place to stay and experience the physical beauty of this stunning desert landscape.
The Magnificent Colors of Taos
Taos Pueblo is a very unique place. Walking through the village feels as if you have stepped into another time. The most surprising quality is the colors. Asides of the colorful doors, Taos Pueblo adobe houses are all in the intense desert tones. The houses literally become part of the landscape.