Dead Mom Scavenger Hunt

We thought we were chasing crisp fall weather and perfect leaf peeping, but what we really got was a masterclass in New England priorities: eat the best thing in town, walk everywhere, and let the weird little moments become the story. After a long break, we pick back up with our Portland, Maine and Salem, Massachusetts trip recap where the travel chaos finally settles and the fun begins. Portland...

You know that sinking feeling when you realize everyone around you knows something you don’t? That’s the emotional engine of this story and we get there the only way we know how: by lying our asses off for love. We’re on the back deck retelling the day we turned a simple “birthday hang” into Operation Cabot Fog, a full scavenger hunt inspired by cozy mysteries and the Murder She Wrote filming loca...

A missed flight is annoying. Watching your flight take off without you while you’re still trapped on another plane is a special kind of pain. We’re recording Dead Mom Scavenger Hunt After Dark in real time while driving from Boston to Portland, Maine, running on fumes and trying to stay awake. The travel “magic” starts with a short Santa Rosa to Seattle hop that turns into a delay marathon: instru...

We tell the full story of a first backpacking trip in Yosemite, from pre-trip dread to campfire wins to the post-trip shower that feels like a spiritual event. Then we pivot to planning our Maine fall getaway and spiral happily into packing debates, Salem dreams, and cozy food talk.  • why this Yosemite backpacking trip happens and why it feels so high pressure  • control, anxiety, and the mental...

Christmas and Cara share updates on their upcoming trip to Maine in October where they'll explore the witch museum, take a nighttime haunted tour, and hopefully fit in a day trip to Acadia National Park. Also, as usual, the conversation took some turns... • Cara joined the ladies golf league at her country club where she's the youngest by "maybe two decades" • An unfortunate in...

Two decades of marriage has taught us that every couple creates their own unique contract, with different rules, boundaries, and arrangements that work specifically for them. We explore what makes marriages last and how to navigate the complexities of sharing your life with another person. • Identifying deal breakers early in the relationship creates clear boundaries • Having separate finances can...

We've decided to visit Maine for our next scavenger hunt adventure instead of our original plans for London or Italy. Neither of us has ever been to Maine, but we're excited for lobster rolls, amazing chowder, and exploring destinations like Portland and Ogunquit. • Using an Alaska credit card companion fare to travel as far as possible while staying in the U.S. • Planning the trip for l...

We're back after a short hiatus due to life commitments, travel plans, and some social media frustrations that temporarily derailed our recording schedule. We dive into the complexities of Mother's Day and how it affects people differently depending on their relationship with motherhood. • Breaking down why Mother's Day is more complicated than just celebrating mothers • Examining w...

From floating among glacier ice chunks to soaring down North America's longest zipline, our Alaskan adventure delivered one extraordinary experience after another. The majesty of the Hubbard Glacier left us speechless as we kayaked through what our guide described as "a giant margarita" of floating ice, witnessing the thunderous calving of ice chunks into the crystal-clear waters. T...

The Alaskan adventure contiinues as we fulfill Bonnie's last wishes by spending time together & processing grief in our own unconventional way. • Boarding a small, luxury Seabourn cruise ship in Vancouver after spending the night at Pan Pacific Hotel • Experiencing an unexpected customs incident where Christmas's sentimental pocket knife is confiscated • Coining the phrase "Dead...

Where we discover we both like to read different things and aren't fans of book clubs, but decide to start one anyway: • Discussing our reluctance about traditional book clubs  • Establishing a 100-page rule to skip boring books  • Sharing recommendations and personal tastes in books  These book club episodes will be available only on our Patreon so join us over there for all the conversation...

Dead Mom Scavenger Hunt is about moving through life after loss without turning it into a whole identity—or pretending it’s not there. It’s two women traveling, eating, finding mildly chaotic situations, and narrating with humor that’s just dark enough to tell you they’ve been through something. The “scavenger hunt” isn’t literal. It’s the ongoing practice of noticing what’s still good, still funn...

Mouth tape is gaining popularity as a unique and practical solution for reducing snoring and improving sleep quality. We share personal experiences, testimonials, and dive into the reasons why this unconventional method is worth trying for anyone struggling with sleep disturbances. • Exploration of mouth tape as a solution for snoring   • Discussion of personal experiences and testimonials   • Con...

This episode explores the complexities of end-of-life choices, focusing on Bonnie's journey with terminal illness and her decision to pursue a dignified death. We explore the emotional terrain around the right to die, the role of doulas, and the importance of open conversations about death. • Sharing the journey of a mother diagnosed with Multiple Sclerosis  • Discussing the implications of C...

Ever been haunted by the creepy-crawlies of your childhood? We’ve turned our fears into fodder for fun stories, starting with an earwig encounter that spiraled into a lifelong moth aversion. Get ready to laugh along with our Bodega Bay camping tale, where moth earrings serve as a symbol of irony and acceptance. You'll hear how a cousin's story inspired quirky nighttime rituals like cover...

We tackle the topic of how to recognize and celebrate people and experiences without relying on the phrase "shout out." The episode explores creative alternatives to express gratitude and includes personal anecdotes and insights into the evolution of podcast recognition language. • Reflecting on the frequent use of "shout out"  • Exploring playful alternatives for recognition ...

This episode is an intro into what a dead mom scavenger hunt even is and helps describe how we plan to honor Bonnie's legacy while reflecting on the beauty of friendship and family amidst loss. • Discussing Bonnie's influential role in our lives  • Delving into Bonnie's illness and her final wishes  • The emotional blackmail that sparked the scavenger hunt  • Highlights from our mem...

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