Chasing the Horizon

Where Small-Town Roots Meet Big Adventures

Why travel?

Create Memories – moments you’ll never forget.

Explore – see new places and experiences.

Grow – learn, reflect, and step out of your comfort zone.

Recent Posts

  • Pretty Place Chapel: Lifting My Eyes to the Hills

    Traveling is a passion of mine, and by the grace of God, I have been able to go beyond the backroads I drive daily. At times, my travels lead me to places most often visited, like beaches or amusement parks, but sometimes I discover somewhere new that piques…

  • USS Yorktown: Walking the Decks of the Fighting Lady

    Oftentimes, people travel to Charleston to immerse themselves in its rich history. They stroll along Rainbow Row, tour historic homes, and walk the cobblestone streets. But you hardly ever hear anyone mention driving just fifteen minutes farther north to Mount Pleasant to explore one of the most remarkable…

  • Childhood Memories at Dollywood

    Family, Nostalgia, and the Smoky Mountains Soar like an eagle into Dollywood, a family-oriented amusement park nestled in the foothills of the Great Smoky Mountains, where the scent of cinnamon bread drifts through the air and coaster screams echo across the hills. These are just a few of…

  • From Small-Town Dreams to Open Roads

    Growing up in a small town, I always dreamed of seeing the world beyond the mountains I called home. From childhood memories at Dollywood with my family to discovering hidden roadside stops along the way, travel became more than a hobby—it became part of who I am. This…

“Give praise for the dreams that come true,
for the adventures set before me.

Wherever the world may lead my steps,
God knows the way
and guides me each day.”

KT

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If you have a travel memory you’d like to share, or questions about the places and experiences featured here, I’d love to connect.

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