Our Origins

Two native Texans finding their way:

While we have lived in Texas our entire lives (with a few brief sojourns elsewhere) about a year ago the opportunity had come, and the choice was ours, and we were looking to wander far. Yet as these things so often do, inspiration struck just when it needed to. What was it we were seeking? Outdoors, like-minded people, freedom, adventure. What we hadn't realized was that these things existed (in bounty) right beneath our feet and over our heads, in this very land in which we were born and living.

So before we knew it, we had decided to stay. It didn't hurt to have an amazing job opportunity and loving families close by. When we did decide to stay we did so with a caveat-- we committed to uncovering and discovering the hidden nature and beauty of our native environment. We are new to the Dallas area, having originally hailed respectively from the high northern panhandle plains and the south-central rolling sand hills. This blog will be from centered from our home in the wonderful Oak Cliff neighborhood with the hope of offering brief glimpses into the natural beauty that abounds.

After hearing far too many people remark "I didn't know a river went through Dallas!", we determined it was time to share our wanderings a little wider. Both novice bloggers, please forgive the technical dysfunctions that may arise. We are here with hope to offer good information to fellow restless Texans (though any and all comers welcome!) who are looking for both quick ways out of the city and the glorious respites hidden right in the middle of it.

We sincerely hope you enjoy and are inspired.