Tag Archives: Marfa TX

Lessons learned on the road #3:  time is valuable

Posted on December 15, 2019 by simpletravelourway

Would we live our lives differently if we thought we only had a month, a year, or 30 years to live? How long will we live? We pondered these questions more seriously as we prepared to retire.   We turned to … Continue reading →

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8 tips for your next road trip

Posted on May 22, 2013 by simpletravelourway

After 8,235 miles on the road over 4+ months, we have a few opinions about how to take a road trip. “How hard can it be?” you ask. We know you thought that all you had to do was point … Continue reading →

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Boxes Placed Just So

Posted on April 12, 2013 by simpletravelourway

In the 1970’s Donald Judd, the artist, bought property, including the former Fort DA Russell, in Marfa, Texas.  He needed space — lots of space — for his large artwork, and the old fort answered his need.  The Chinati Foundation … Continue reading →

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Oh, to be in Marfa!

Posted on April 11, 2013 by simpletravelourway

Our ultimate destination in Texas was Marfa.  Sure, it was great to see the rest of Texas, but Marfa had been on our “destinations-that-must-be-seen” list for many years.  “Why?” you ask.  We’ll give you three big reasons: 1. it’s an … Continue reading →

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