My second trip to Europe was all about adventure—a chance to revisit London with more time to explore and to experience the beauty and culture of Paris, Brussels, and Amsterdam. This wasn’t a work trip or a wedding—just a journey to soak in the spirit of each city. So grab a drink and settle in… it’s story time.

I recently took my first trip abroad, traveling to Europe for a truly special occasion—a wedding on the breathtaking Greek island of Santorini. While the celebration was the centerpiece of the journey, I also took the opportunity to explore more of European culture. Before arriving in Santorini, I spent time in London, Barcelona, and Athens—each city offering its own distinct charm and countless lessons along the way.

The fourth and final week of #SGT26 was a short drive home for me and Traveller. We had just two stops in Charleston and Wilmington, before bringing the party home to the Capital Ale House Music Hall, which by the way, was a great time. Thank you to all those that came to support the Richmond Metropolitan Habitat for Humanity!

The third week of #SGT26 was a trip from Texas to the Atlantic Ocean. Traveller and I had some real bonding time as we spent a lot of time on the road. We even traveled through the night on one occasion. Good times.

Leaving San Antonio, we ventured to the largest city in Texas, and the last city in Texas on the trip, Houston. It, along with the next three cities on the trip had a lot in common. They all had major league professional sports, with sport complexes, right in the heart of downtown. This is a concept that I think Richmond really needs to grasp. More on that later.

The second week of #SGT26, I traveled through Oklahoma City and a good portion of Texas. Richmond, I have seen a lot this week. There was a lot to be learned and there were a few surprises.

Departing Kansas City was a sad day for I had such a great time and I definitely plan on going back. As the tour continued, Traveller and I ventured through Kansas. Yes, it is as flat as they say and yes, it is quite gorgeous. However, if you plan on travelling on the interstate, make sure you bring lots of toll money, because it cost me $12 just to drive through Kansas, on top of however much it cost me in gas.