Stories, Travel & Wisdom
Come along as I wander through memories, musings, and moments that have shaped my life. From chiropractic care to cross-country travels, this space is a living journal of everything I’ve learned—and am still learning—along the way.
Ramblin with Nan Through History
Walk with me through towns, trails, and tucked-away markers as we ramble through history, tracing the stories behind everyday places, one step, one plaque, one surprising discovery at a time.
Hometown Stories
There is something grounding about knowing the place you call home: its landmarks, quiet corners, familiar roads, and the stories layered beneath everyday life. Whether you grew up there or found your way later, towns have a way of shaping us, offering a sense of continuity and belonging that endures through the years.
History Around Us
I’ve always been drawn to the quiet reminders of the past, plaques, statues, and weathered stones that hold the memory of lives once lived. Exploring these traces connects me to those who came before and deepens my appreciation for the world we share.
Homes With Stories
Some homes stay with me, not for their size or design, but for the lives they’ve held within their walls. I’m fascinated by how a single room can hold laughter, love, and countless moments that linger softly long after time moves on.
Meet Nan
As I move through my 7th decade of life, I find myself looking back with gratitude on a life woven together by family, travel, teaching, and an endless curiosity about the world around me.
Travel has been one of my greatest teachers. From walking the cobblestone streets of Europe, to standing before ancient ruins, spending quiet monuments observing people and places, I’ve always been drawn to the stories behind these moments. My love of history isn’t just about dates and events, it’s about remembering who we are, how far we’ve come, and how each generation leaves its mark.
Alongside these explorations, I’ve built a career and a life that I’m proud of. As a chiropractor, teacher, and mentor, I’ve had the privilege of guiding others, watching students and colleagues grow in their confidence and skills. Those accomplishments matter, but what matters even more are the connections made along the way,with family, with friends, with those who trusted me to walk a part of their journey with them.
Now, looking back, I see not just achievements, but the tapestry of experiences that shaped me: the places I’ve traveled, the people I’ve loved, the lessons learned, and the joy of still being curious. My story is still unfolding, and my hope is that it continues to inspire others to explore, to learn, and to find meaning in both the past and the present.
On the Road with Nan
From my hitchhiking days to quiet mornings in our national parks, this is my digital scrapbook of wanderings. Walk with me as I revisit places that shaped my perspective and share the small, unexpected moments found along the way.
Our National Parks
Every National Park tells a story, from breathtaking landscapes and ancient forests to historic landmarks that preserve our shared past. Each visit offers a chance to pause and reflect, to feel gratitude for what endures and to witness how nature and history together remind us of the beauty worth protecting.
Exploring the World
International travel has been one of the great teachers of my life. Walking through ancient streets, standing before monuments, and sharing moments with people from different cultures has expanded not only my understanding of the world but also of myself. Each journey has left me with new stories, new perspectives, and a deeper appreciation for the beauty and resilience woven into every corner of our globe.
Messages From the Past
A Window Into Everyday Life on the American Home Front, These correspondences preserved from World War II, offer a rare, unfiltered look into what it meant to live through World War II as an American civilian. These letters, written by my parents and grandmother, caught in an extraordinary moment in time, capture the realities of a nation mobilized for war: rationing, restricted travel, overcrowded railways, financial strain, and the emotional weight carried by families waiting for news from their loved ones. In these pages we see how mothers worried about their sons, wives longed to be with their husbands, and how soldiers coped with situations that pushed them to their limits. We also glimpse the infrastructure of wartime America, hospital trains transporting the wounded, shifting railroad schedules as troop movement took priority, and the everyday acceptance of sacrifice as a civic duty. Beyond the headlines, these letters tell the story of how war shaped daily existence: the uncertainty of when loved ones would return, the struggle to balance hope with hardship, and the quiet resilience found in kitchens, train stations, and small towns across the country. Together, they illuminate a world in which ordinary Americans live with constant shortages, ever-changing rules, and the unspoken expectation to endure.
All in The Head
It’s All in the Head is my first living testament, to sharing the knowledge that I gleaned in 40+ years of parenting my children as well as being a healthcare provider. Co-authored with my husband, it shares the stories, lessons, and guidance I want every parent to have during those vital developmental years, with one goal: to help you feel informed, confident, and empowered in the choices you make for your child.
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The Four Houses
