When the balmy breeze starts to sweep across the vast landscapes and the sun’s warm embrace becomes an invitation, it’s time to embark on an unforgettable summer adventure in the heart of the Midwest. We invite you to discover the hidden gems and iconic destinations that make the Midwest a prime choice for your summer…
Fall is one of my favorite times to visit Alton IL, located on the confluence of the Illinois, Missouri and Mississippi rivers. It’s a town steeped in history where you can immerse yourself in nature and enjoy the fruits of the land. Just a short 30 minutes north of St. Louis, fall is the perfect…
I’ve created a guide of some of the best bookstores in the U.S. that have been recommended by friends. I’ve shared their comments about the bookstore, if available, as well. I don’t know about you guys but I love reading, I’ll admit that I mostly read on my kindle because its convenient, but I love…
Want to know one thing that makes epic road trips even better? Something that breaks up the monotony of endless miles? Searching out and stopping at the World’s Largest Things in the Midwest! This is, hand’s down, the one way that I’ve survived thousands of miles in the car. Knowing that there is some really…
Keto has become part of my daily life. I do a blend of keto and Weight Watchers and its working great for me. I know that everyone has to find their own blend of “what works”. I recommend giving some form of Keto a try and finding some delicious recipes, like this Baked Pesto Chicken…
In the midst of an epic trip, we discovered a great number of Things to do in South Dakota. Our trip had us traveling across the entire state via I-90 and there were many, many farm fields that guided us across the state. We would drive for miles and miles seeing nothing but endless fields. …
I can’t even begin to tell you how desolate the drive is from Minneapolis to the Badlands, BUT there are highlights along I-90. Don’t get me wrong, there are a whole lot of corn fields, which I appreciate, but after a while, oye. Please give me something different to see. It became a joke between…
Jefferson City, is smack dab in the middle of Missouri and acts as the capital for the state. From indoor entertainment to outdoor activities you are sure to find something that will entertain everyone in your group when you’re visiting this midwest city. These recommendations will simply get your adventure started. What charmed us during…
Click on the state name to read all my travel content about that destination. States are listed in alphabetic order. Have a suggestion for a place I should visit? Drop me a line at deb@justshortofcrazy.com. Happy Travels! ARKANSAS ARIZONA CALIFORNIA COLORADO FLORIDA GEORGIA ILLINOIS INDIANA IOWA LOUISIANA MARYLAND MICHIGAN MINNESOTA MISSOURI NEVADA NEW MEXICO NEW…
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