Memories
Our sweet collection of never forget moments.
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A Perfect Day in Colorado’s Front Range: Devner and Beyond
We started the day with a little remote work in Denver’s Art District—a colorful, energetic space with strong coffee and surprisingly solid Wi-Fi. Once our laptops were closed, we wandered into the nearby flagship stores of Arc’teryx, Patagonia, and Pendleton, an outdoorsy millennial’s dream come true. Before leaving the city entirely, we made a detour
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Kansas to Colorado: Small Town Detours and Prairie Views
Heading west out of St. Louis, the landscape shifted to rolling green prairie, mile after mile of open skies, and the occasional roadside attraction. For a moment, it felt like we’d stepped into The Wizard of Oz—minus the yellow brick road, but with plenty of wind. And only 500 miles to go! Our first stop
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Exploring St. Louis: History, Beer and a Music Festival
Our full day in St. Louis delivered a lovely mix of history, music, and unexpected surprises—a close up encounter with a Clydesdale! Here’s how we spent a day discovering the best of this iconic city. Morning Light in Downtown St. Louis We started the morning in downtown St. Louis, waking to the warm light revealing
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Road Trip Kickoff: A Packed Truck Headed for St. Louis
The road trip officially kicked off with the truck packed to the absolute limit. Computers, rope access kits, cots, camping gear—every square inch is packed! Functional? Yes. Lightly unhinged? Also yes. 🏕️ Our first push brought us to St. Louis, where we grabbed a hotel just a few blocks from the Gateway Arch and right
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Our First Cruise and a Magical Anniversary Adventure
Some celebrations deserve a little extra magic, and what better place to mark the upcoming wedding anniversary of Caitlin’s parents than the Happiest Place on Earth? This trip was fast-paced and excitement-filled, complete with a few firsts, delicious eats, and calm seas. 🌸🌿 Epcot’s Flower and Garden Festival Epcot’s festivals are always a must. The
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Our Accidental Odyssey: A Digital Scrapbook for Detour Enthusiasts
Welcome, fellow detour enthusiasts! We are Marc and Caitlin, and we’re thrilled to have you join us on this corner of the internet. For a while now, we’ve toyed with the idea of capturing life’s big and small moments, and this blog is our way of turning those musings into a digital scrapbook—one that preserves