In addition to having no state income tax, South Dakota requires merely one overnight stay in the state every five years in order to be eligible for residency. There’s quite a bit of paperwork involved, but ultimately it’s a very nomad-friendly place to establish domicile.

For some strange reason, I’ve always wanted to see Mount Rushmore. I think it’s because it’s an American icon, like the Statue of Liberty and the Golden Gate Bridge, etc... I fully anticipated being underwhelmed by it, but at least I can finally check it off my list now.

I started reading The Needs of the Dying, after my sister recommended it. Of course it’s a depressing topic, but it’s so important to think about and discuss the single most inevitable part of life. My suggestion: read it now; don’t wait until someone you love is dying.

April was a dizzying month:

• I had 7 photo shoots in 4 different states

• I visited 3 other states for personal travel.

• Technically I “moved” to a new state.

• My dad was transferred from an assisted-living facility to a hospital and now a nursing home.

Nevertheless I’ve now got a “commercial drone license,” a motorcycle endorsement, an International Driver’s Permit, my taxes are done, and I’ve edited 11,823 photos for clients.

I’m ready for some adventure…