Tracey Cullen
For the Birds
Apr 9, 2024
Alligator Adventure
Feb 29, 2024
Cruise Day Two on the Celebrity Ascent
Feb 1, 2024
Cruising on the New “Celebrity Ascent”
Jan 4, 2024
Virginia Wine Trail Birthday Extravaganza
Nov 25, 2023
College Football and … a Ghost?
Ever since my daughter started attending college at Appalachian State University in Boone, North Carolina, in 2021, we have wanted to attend a football game there. This weekend we finally had our chance.
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Caves of Arikok National Park, Aruba
During a recent trip to Aruba, my family explored two fascinating caves in Arikok National Park. We visited the Quadirikiri Cave first. From the parking lot, a staircase climbs up and into the limestone wall, revealing an unexpected opening into darkness. When we approached the entrance, a park ranger helped us navigate through the darkness. His guidance on when to duck and where to watch our steps was much appreciated. Stalactites and stalagmites are interesting to look at, but not so much fun to hit your head on or trip over! Our group carefully navigated the uneven cave floor to several chambers, one of which had a skylight allowing sunlight to flow inside, while others contained dark recesses that were home to bats. Every once in a while, we would catch a glimpse of movement as one of the bats flew by, but for the most part they were just hanging out, literally, in the dark recesses of the cave. Our guide was able to use a red light to help us see some of the sleeping bats in the darkness. Although some people are afraid of bats (me included), our guide assured us that they are harmless, and we were careful to not disturb their slumber, as they are a protected species.