🌿 Welcome to Take the Back Roads Hello, my friends — and welcome to Take the Back Roads , a journey through travel, reflection, and history. This space is my creative crossroads — where the paths of discovery, faith, storytelling, and art meet. Here, I explore what happens when we choose the scenic route through life instead of the fast lane. From here, you can explore the different roads that define my work: The Take the Back Roads Philosophy — essays and reflections on faith, slow living, and the joy of wandering. The Bucket-List Book Adventure & Rite of Fancy — my ongoing challenge to read 553 of the world’s greatest books (and to share reviews of all the others that have inspired me along the way). The Everyday Patriot Project — stories of remarkable men and women who served, reminding us what courage, honor, and dedication truly mean. 🖼️ Take the Back Roads Photography Shop “Sometimes, the best souvenirs are the moments we capture along the way.” Explo...