Friday, February 20, 2026


We just returned from a 1,600 mile road trip to Houston and back. This was not a camping trip.


We visited MD Anderson Cancer Center for a second opinion on Michael's medical condition. It was a very positive experience. The conclusion was that the diagnosis and treatment over the last two years by the medical professionals at the University of New Mexico is consistent with the best practices at MD Anderson.


So, we will continue with active surveillance in Albuquerque. We are moving forward with plans for a camping road trip to the Pacific Northwest, Western Canada, and Alaska. Thank you all for your support, particularly over the last few years. Here are a few photos that we took over the last week.


Yogi at a truck stop in El Paso




West Texas


Scenes along the Guadalupe River in Kerrville




Reflection in river


Cormorant roost at sunset






Lunch at Niko Nikos in Houston -
with Baklava-Cherry Cheesecake 
and a triple chocolate brownie


MD Anderson Cancer Center


In the Courtyard








And in the lobby




Sunrise near Columbus, TX - 
on our way back home.


South Llano River State Park, Junction, TX






Black-crested Titmouse


Texas Squirrel


Bewick's Wren


Female Northern Cardinal


Spotted Towhee


Male Northern Cardinal


American Goldfinch


Orange-crowned Warbler


Another Female Cardinal


Nine-Banded Armadillo



We just returned from a 1,600 mile road trip to Houston and back. This was not a camping trip. We visited MD Anderson Cancer Center for ...