My Copilot Is A Troll

Not all adventures have to be long, or far away, or even planned. Some adventures start with two friends just needing to get out of the house. This adventure was so unplanned that we didn't even know who was driving. We stood on the sidewalk in confusion. She was waiting patiently by the passenger door my car, while I collected my things. But none of those things were my car keys! The one thing we knew for sure, is that we had to start at the Elk and Owl for coffee! You know you are getting great small town service when the proprietor greets you with, "are you getting a macchiato today, or are you going to try something different?" (Always a macchiato!) I don't even go out for coffee often, maybe once a month! Before I left, I made sure to pick up a bag of my favorite beans. I have no idea what I will do with this fabric from Beaver Creek Mercantile, but it is so symbolic of my dream of travelling across Canada that I had to have it! Since my human co-pilo...

On our way home from Red Rock Coulee and the Etzicom Windmill Museum, it was definitely time for a coffee. Mom had heard of a new place close to the Medicine Hat Airport, which was right on our way. The Homestead Market is right on Highway 3. It was so much more than we were expecting. The gift shop showcases local artisans and producers. There is everything - woodworking, soapmaking, pottery, jewelry, art, quilts, leather goods. (yes, I got some Christmas presents here!) Meat, honey, ice cream, pies, soups, spices and sauces. In the back there is a flower shop, and a soon to be salon. In the front is a coffee shop. It was amazing coffee! Sometimes I like to anticipate an experience before it happens. Do a little research, speculate on what it will be like, and write those thoughts down. Then come back after the experience and reflect on it. Before Since one of my goals of my travels was follow the direction of inspiration, I'm going to do just that. A few days ago, at Crockstock, ...