North America, Photography, Travel

Serendipity and Art in Omaha, Nebraska

This is part of the #WinosOnTheRoad trip series with Diana of D Travels ‘Round as we drive across country to start her new chapter in life. “Do you ladies want to check out my art studio?” Both Diana and I had sh*t eating grins on our faces. Oh hell yeah. THIS is what experiences are made of. Lucky for… Continue reading Serendipity and Art in Omaha, Nebraska

North America, Photography

Omaha, Nebraska: Well, THAT was a hell of a surprise.

This is part of the #WinosOnTheRoad trip series with Diana of D Travels ‘Round as we drive across country to start her new chapter in life. “Why the hell are you going to Omaha NEBRASKA?! The only thing there is flat lands and rows of corn!” People didn’t get it. Hell, people think Colombia is… Continue reading Omaha, Nebraska: Well, THAT was a hell of a surprise.

North America, Photography

Eating with Dead Animals in Paxton, Nebraska

This is part of the #WinosOnTheRoad trip series with Diana of D Travels ‘Round as we drive across country to start her new chapter in life. “Ole’s Big Game Steakhouse is a MUST!” If you're looking for things to do in Nebraska, this should be at the top of your list. We had been tweeting… Continue reading Eating with Dead Animals in Paxton, Nebraska

Food, Hometown Tourism, North America

Hometown Tourism: Crawfish, My Little Mudbugs

You would not believe how peeved I was last year that I missed crawfish season here in Austin, Texas. Well, as peeved as you can be about leaving the country for a year - but still - you get my point. Every year there is a small window (March - June) where crawfish boils are… Continue reading Hometown Tourism: Crawfish, My Little Mudbugs

North America, Photography

Road Trips: Look Out the Freaking Window

This is part of the #WinosOnTheRoad trip series with Diana of D Travels 'Round as we drive across country to start her new chapter in life. I wrapped my arms around Shaun and refused to let go. My hands entangled themselves around the bottom of his shirt. I inhaled into his chest deeply. While we… Continue reading Road Trips: Look Out the Freaking Window

North America, Travel

It Feels Like Keystone was a Dream

After a total of 17 and a half hours of driving, Shaun and I made it to Keystone, Colorado in a weird dream -like state. Did we really just convince ourselves it was okay to drive to and from Keystone (from Austin, Texas) in a 4 day weekend? I'm starting to be concerned at the… Continue reading It Feels Like Keystone was a Dream

Hometown Tourism, North America

Hometown Tourism: Barton Springs Full Moon Swim

“Aroooooooo!” Hundreds of wolf howls could be heard echoing across the hillside and close buildings. Either we’re surrounded by a pack of animals or a pack of crazy mad men. I guess in Austin you’re a little more likely to find the latter. Welcome to the Full Moon swim at the Barton Springs pool in… Continue reading Hometown Tourism: Barton Springs Full Moon Swim

Hometown Tourism, Music, North America

Revival Fest – Lookin’ Forward to The Reverend

***Before scrolling down any more, please keep in mind that there are gogo dancers pictured below in very little clothing. If you are at work and viewing this, please keep this in mind.*** The sun was sizzling, the beer was cold, the turkey legs were roasting, and my chest was thumping due to the massive… Continue reading Revival Fest – Lookin’ Forward to The Reverend

Chips and Salsa
Food, Hometown Tourism, North America

Getting My TexMex Groove Back Or How Erica Gained a Bajillion Pounds Coming Home

I love that my titles for blog posts are getting longer and longer. So the one question I got on the road often was, “What food do you miss the most since you have been on the road so long?” The answer has always been the same. TEXMEX For those of you who live in… Continue reading Getting My TexMex Groove Back Or How Erica Gained a Bajillion Pounds Coming Home

North America, Thoughts, Travel

Our Hermitage in Phoenix, Arizona

I can’t believe a year passed that quickly. It seems like only yesterday that we were nervously boarding our flight to Puerto Vallarta. Were we making the right decision? Apparently so! And yet 18 hours after we left Buenos Aires we found ourselves in the scorching, dry, heat of Phoenix, Arizona. This is, of course,… Continue reading Our Hermitage in Phoenix, Arizona

North America, Travel, Video

Episode 1 – Transportation Days

Welcome to our first official video of Over Yonderlust! There will be plenty more to come so keep checking back for updates on the videos or subscribe to our Youtube Channel. Welcome to the video that will change everything here on OYL - Episode 1: Transportation Days

North America, Story, Thoughts, Travel

Nothing like a bit of Border Patrol to start your RTW

My original plan for today's post was going to be summing up our preparation and last minute details of our current round the world trip (currently 20 hours in!). So you guys know that Shaun and I have issues with being harassed by American law enforcement. During our Burning Man road trip we were harassed… Continue reading Nothing like a bit of Border Patrol to start your RTW

North America, Photography, Travel

Travel Photography – Fort Worth Burlesque

Well, it is official. This is our last Photo Friday of our previous travels before we head out on our trip come Sunday morning. And what better way than to go out with a bang with the beautiful Jolie Ampère Goodnight. Welcome to the wonderful world of sexy burlesque! There are more pictures that can… Continue reading Travel Photography – Fort Worth Burlesque

Hometown Tourism, Photography

Balcones Burner Bash 2010

I'm going to be changing things up a bit this week with a Hometown Tourism post - photo essay style. Every year Austin throws a street art festival known as the Balcones Burner Bash in which various graffiti artists gather at the recycling plant. It not only celebrates the artists, but promotes an environmental preservation… Continue reading Balcones Burner Bash 2010

Hometown Tourism, Interview

SXSWi Picture Round Up

A quick disclaimer about the following photos: I took them with my crappy point and shoot because I planned on getting sloshy during SXSWi and didn't want to run the risk of ruining my good camera. Because I got tipsy, I did forget to take pictures of some of the other people that I saw… Continue reading SXSWi Picture Round Up