Dirtbag Writer

Planning, More Planning, and Stuff

Posted on 03. Mar, 2010 by Writer.

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At this point I feel like I do more planning than stuff. I should have included a category for my blog, “On Writing”, “On the Road”, “On Living”, and “On Planning.” But with the calendar rolling over to March (Birthday Month!), recent 50-degree temps in Salt Lake, and the reappearance of my ole flip-flops has [...]

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7 Ways to Keep Entertained on Solo Road Trips

Posted on 10. Feb, 2010 by Writer.

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After keeping myself thoroughly entertained for nearly 9 hours in my car this past Monday, I thought I would share some of my road tripping entertainment secrets. I actually look forward to some solo time in the car – I can sing as loud as I want without my boyfriends berating “are you really [...]

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Why I Love the West: Crazy Earth Art & Open Space

Posted on 03. Feb, 2010 by Writer.

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It is no coincidence that the ultimate event in self-expression, Burning Man, occurs every August in the Black Rock Desert of Nevada. Whether it is ancient rock art, massive earth work pieces (Michael Heizer’s work) or mind-tripping burning playa works – Nevada and the rest of the West are breeding ground for artistic expression.
In The [...]

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Why I Love the West: Amazing Natural Hot Springs

Posted on 20. Jan, 2010 by Writer.

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Today I am introducing a new series entitled “Why I Love the West”.
The American West is the ultimate destination for extreme budget travelers. Besides the cost of a car and fuel, you can learn to scrape by on practically nothing with free camp spots and plenty of no cost sights to keep you entertained such [...]

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On Wisconsin: A Photo Essay

Posted on 10. Jan, 2010 by Writer.

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You know you’re from Wisconsin if…

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What’s next? Plans, Plans and More Plans

Posted on 14. Dec, 2009 by Writer.

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I am about ready to take a dart to the world map that is sitting over my desk. The list of places I would like to visit is growing larger by the minute and I can’t honestly decide where to go. I never imagined myself in the following situation: no real job or commitments or [...]

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Buckhorn Wash in the San Rafael Swell

Posted on 04. Dec, 2009 by Writer.

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I have only just started to explore the San Rafael Swell and am totally overwhelmed with its beauty and potential for exploration. The Swell, as it is affectionately called, is a huge maze of winding canyons, sandstone cliffs, and expansive panoramas located in a remote section of central Utah. For years I kept hearing about [...]

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An Unexpected Trip Home

Posted on 18. Nov, 2009 by Writer.

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The world speaks in such mysterious ways sometimes….
I had just finished a post whining about my lack of desire to return to Salt Lake City in the coming weeks and then the next morning boarded a plane to St. Louis to visit my bestest friend in the world. Plane then gets delayed in Colorado and [...]