Sister Trip With Some Cross Country Fun

I have been missing for a few weeks, just posting off and on. Sorry, but I have been road tripping with my sister and enjoying the countryside!

It has been a few years since I was able to just relax and go so I convinced my sister to take a road trip and she agreed! Just us two! YAY!

Sister Trip With Some Cross Country Fun

First stop was Santa Fe where I was able to visit with a friend for a day and a half. It was a delight and so nice to see her. I had not been to Santa Fe in quite a while and it has changed so much!

Then, I headed north to Colorado Springs and hung out for a few days with my sister and her family. The views are spectacular and sadly I neglected to get any pics of Pikes Peak! My goodness, it is massive! Over 14,000 ft! I need to ask her to send me some to share with you.

Then we headed to Minnesota to visit with family. That is always a treat and this visit was extraordinary for us. We traveled to our lake home and visited with relatives. A relaxing and lovely time!

Here are a few pictures of my Minnesota stops

Minnehaha Falls by ccarroll — Minnehaha Falls

Big Pine Lake by ccarroll — Big Pine Lake

We continued east to Wisconsin for a few days, visited friends, and traveled the state. It is so gorgeous there. I had only driven briefly through it before, but this time, we took the back roads through the countryside. So lovely! I had no idea that the west side was covered in hills.

What I loved was seeing the Amish farms and looking for all of the Quilt art on the barns! Check this one out.

Wisconsin Quilt Art - by ccarroll — Wisconsin Quilt Art

Finally, it was time to head home. We traveled back to Colorado Springs and I headed out via the northern route, just to get in some additional states! I had forgotten how beautiful Wyoming is, desolate in some areas, but amazing too! Outrunning storms, and checked out the awesome rock formations as I drove.

Wyoming by Green River by ccarroll — Wyoming by Green River

Wyoming Rocks by Green River by ccarroll — Wyoming Rocks by Green River

By the time I got home, I went through 13 states! I just love road trips. Some people were amazed I drove so much of it alone, but I love driving and it was totally worth it.

Next trip for just the sisters is in the works. I cannot wait!

Have you ever traveled with a good friend or sister? Share your trip thoughts below!