Leave To Find

Chaco Canyon, Blowing a Tire, and The Oregon Trail

We hit the road with a lighter camper as we left mom behind in California to surf and hang out with her friends. We went North of Phoenix and stayed in the desert, then headed up to Chaco Canyon. We saw mini donkeys and had a pretty hair raising experience with our tire.  Come hang out with us over on Instagram @leavetofind. Let us know you listened to this episode by sharing a screenshot and tagging us! SHOW NOTES: Find them here WEBSITE: www.leavetofind.com

Sequoia, King's Canyon, and Yosemite

Death Valley, Star Wars, and Something Sort of Bad Happened

We went on a daddy-daughter trip to Death Valley, it's over 200 feet below sea level and it was so hot! Our trail guide shared some interesting facts and we also now know how 'Death Valley' got its name. Before all of this happened though, we went to Darwin Falls and when we left, something bad nearly happened! Come hang out with us over on Instagram @leavetofind. Let us know you listened to this episode by sharing a screenshot and tagging us! SHOW NOTES: Find them here WEBSITE: www.le...

We Went to a Llama Farm

We visited a farm and met some goats, llamas, and alpacas. The goats really liked Laken as she was feeding them some straw and we also found out why the llamas have to get sheared. Both Laken and Lucia got new calm down rocks and despite the small space they share in the RV, they get along really well. Come hang out with us over on Instagram @leavetofind. Let us know you listened to this episode by sharing a screenshot and tagging us! SHOW NOTES: Find them here WEBSITE: www.leavetofind...

Time Away From Family

We have now hit the 6-month mark of being on the road, and we have done very well spending a lot of time together. But now that our family has been in one spot long enough, mom and dad have been able to take some self-care time and take a break from the family. Come hang out with us over on Instagram @leavetofind. Let us know you listened to this episode by sharing a screenshot and tagging us! SHOW NOTES: Find them here WEBSITE: www.leavetofind.com

We Went To Lake Arrowhead

The family visited Lake Arrowhead in California and also spent a day at Big Bear Lake which is about a 2-hour drive from where we currently are. We went on coaster rides and went tubing, and it was SO MUCH FUN! Come hang out with us over on Instagram @leavetofind. Let us know you listened to this episode by sharing a screenshot and tagging us! SHOW NOTES: Find them here WEBSITE: www.leavetofind.com

Christina is Now a Surfer Girl

About 3 weeks ago we went on a rare date day, while Sir Greg and Lady Kelly watched the girls. We went out surfing! Nerves were a real thing but there was also a lot of excitement. We had 2 very different experiences despite doing the same activity...needless to say, Christina was a champ and she totally rocked it! Come hang out with us over on Instagram @leavetofind. Let us know you listened to this episode by sharing a screenshot and tagging us! SHOW NOTES: Find them here WEBSITE: ...

Boogie Boarding and Surfing

Today it's just Lucia and dad on the podcast! Since we last hung out with our friends from Denmark, we landed up in Escondido and we did some boogie boarding while mom went surfing. Mom and dad took some surf lessons but dad needs a LOT more practicing. We also had quite a few more adventures and we talk about what we're going to do before we head back home to Michigan in June. Come hang out with us over on Instagram @leavetofind. Let us know you listened to this episode by sharing a scr...

What is Hygge? Nicole and Toke Tangkjaer Talk About what Makes the People of Denmark Happy

Following on from last week's episode where we had new friends on the show and the kids interviewed each other, today we have the parents on! We talk about how the adults met, Nicole and Toke share their story of what made them decide to take this road trip and why people from Denmark are so happy... It may have something to do with all the visits to the bakery ;) Come hang out with us over on Instagram @leavetofind. Let us know you listened to this episode by sharing a screenshot and tagg...

What is Hygge? A kid's perspective on the Danish secret to happy living

For the first time, there are some new friends on the podcast! Both sets of families have been quarantining and only hanging out with each other! They are from Denmark and today we are going to learn all about Hygge, Danish Christmas traditions, and how different life is with Hygge in it. Come hang out with us over on Instagram @leavetofind. Let us know you listened to this episode by sharing a screenshot and tagging us! SHOW NOTES: Find them here WEBSITE: www.leavetofind.com

The Questions Episode - Part 2 of 2: "How did you decide on a Grand Design?" and more!

Mom and Dad continue the Q&A session from last week. Today we answer your questions about why we chose a pull behind, living in a small space, renting out Airbnb's, and some things to consider. Come hang out with us over on Instagram @leavetofind. Let us know you listened to this episode by sharing a screenshot and tagging us! SHOW NOTES: Find them here WEBSITE: www.leavetofind.com

The Questions Episode - Part 1 of 2: "How do you get internet while in an RV?" and more!

Today it's just mom and dad! They are talking about mindset and answering your questions about road schooling, homeschooling laws, and ALL the different ways they get internet access in the RV. Come hang out with us over on Instagram @leavetofind. Let us know you listened to this episode by sharing a screenshot and tagging us! SHOW NOTES: Find them here WEBSITE: www.leavetofind.com

Christina Crashed and Got Hurt

The family has been hanging out a lot at the pool as the KOA they are at right now has 2 swimming pools. Laken went underwater for the first time and also got a diving fish! Christina (mom) decided to go check out a few mountain bike trails with some friends and it didn't end too well... Come hang out with us over on Instagram @leavetofind. Let us know you listened to this episode by sharing a screenshot and tagging us! SHOW NOTES: Find them here WEBSITE: www.leavetofind.com

Meteor Crater, Petrified Forest, and Preparing for Christmas

So many adventures happened this week! We went to Meteor Crater, The Petrified Forest, and the Painted Desert. Joe (dad) chats with Laken and Lucia about the adventures they've been having while mom is out shopping. The girls learned about the difference between meteors and craters and what petrified wood is. There has also been a lot going on with the camper and dad had some fixing to do. Come hang out with us over on Instagram @leavetofind. Let us know you listened to this episode by sha...

Christina is Feeling Sad about Christmas and the Grand Canyon

Last week was Thanksgiving, and before the celebrations could commence with some friends, the whole family quarantined for 14 days and then got tested for COVID. All results came back negative, thankfully! We visited the Grand Canyon, which was absolutely beautiful, but now that Thanksgiving is over and Christmas is approaching, Christina (mom) is feeling sad about not being home for the holidays. Come hang out with us over on Instagram @leavetofind. Let us know you listened to this epis...

What We Saw In The Desert

The family is in Tucson, Arizona, and Christina is getting ready to go for a bike ride, so Joe is checking in with Lucia and Laken. It was Laken's big goal to see some cacti and she was lucky enough to see heart-shaped pink cacti and Lucia shares what she misses the most and what she is thankful for. Come hang out with us over on Instagram @leavetofind. Let us know you listened to this episode by sharing a screenshot and tagging us! If you have any favorite places in Arizona that you'd r...

Carlsbad Caverns, White Sands, and the busiest week since the beginning

It's just Joe and Christina today, they are in Arizona right now, the weather is beautiful and the girls have been spending the day in the pool. They talk about the busiest week they've had since starting this journey, some future plans, and what's going really well. Come hang out with us over on Instagram @leavetofind. Let us know you listened to this episode by sharing a screenshot and tagging us! If you have any favorite places in Arizona that you'd recommend or know of any places to ...

Leaving Colorado and We Saw Tiger King Tigers!

The Sanok family has been staying at Lakeside KOA in Fort Collins and they will soon be getting ready to leave there. Today they share the adventures they have had and reminisce about playgrounds, hot pools, a DJ battle, and the girl's favorite animals! In this episode we cover: The Fort Collins Discovery Center Trip to Breckenridge The visit to the animal sanctuary Tiger King Tigers and Ligers Come hang out with us over on Instagram @leavetofind. Let us know you listened to this e...

The First Freeze

Everyone is on the podcast today and they share their first experience with waking up to 6-degree weather and a toilet that wouldn't flush. With the help of some shoveling and a heater, everything started to finally melt. But then there was a mini-flood... Is it time to go back home? In this episode we cover: Waking up to cold weather A bet on a carrot Melting icicles A mini flood just before bedtime Come hang out with us over on Instagram @leavetofind. Let us know you listened to ...

Three Newbie Mistakes

Lucia, Joe (dad), and Cristina (mom) talk about their newbie mistakes today? Do you really need to ground a generator? Was there a gas leak? What do you do when you run out of propane? In this episode we cover: Grounding a generator Gas leaks Running out of propane A broken awning and secret keys Come hang out with us over on Instagram @leavetofind. Let us know you listened to this episode by sharing a screenshot and tagging us! SHOW NOTES: Find them here WEBSITE: www.leavetofi...

Bearparazzi and the Tetons

We have the whole family on the podcast today. They'll tell you all about what the Tetons are, the adventures they had, and the bearparazzi. In this episode we cover: The Tetons Getting into the campground Adventures we've had Bearparazzi Come hang out with us over on Instagram @leavetofind. Let us know you listened to this episode by sharing a screenshot and tagging us! SHOW NOTES: Find them here WEBSITE: www.leavetofind.com

Stories from the Underbelly aka Poopsie aka The Black Water Journal

Joe (dad) and Christina (mom) are the hosts of today's podcast episode! They talk about their first experience trying to empty their black water tank and the many failed attempts thereafter. Find out if someone got covered in poopsies... Eeeuw! Come hang out with us over on Instagram @leavetofind. Let us know you listened to this episode by sharing a screenshot and tagging us! SHOW NOTES: Find them here WEBSITE: www.leavetofind.com

Leaving Home and the Journey to the Tetons

Christina Sanok (mom) is the host of today's podcast episode! Lucia, Laken, and Joe (dad) talk about how they felt when they finally left home after all the months of planning this adventure. And they also share a bit about a few places they first visited, and some things they learned about Mount Rushmore and Crazy Horse. Come hang out with us over on Instagram @leavetofind. Let us know you listened to this episode by sharing a screenshot and tagging us! SHOW NOTES: Find them here WEBS...

Road School and Becoming a Better Reader with Dr. Aditi

Dr. Aditi is committed to transforming EDUCATION for ALL students regardless of abilities, disabilities, or diagnoses. Why? Simply because she has been there…. She knows all too well how defeating it is as a parent to hear the self-disparaging negative comments, and how stressful it is to deal with the yelling, fighting, and crying over schoolwork. The combination of her own first-hand struggle, professional expertise, and sheer determination to find help her son; was the catalyst for brin...

Meet Lily and Frankie, Laken's Special Buddies

Meet Laken's Special Buddies - Lily and Frankie. Lily is a grey puppy and we can't remember exactly where she came from. Frankie is as colorful as the rainbow and was a gift from grandpa. We want to know who you are and where you’ve been! Come hang out with us over on Instagram @leavetofind. We can’t wait for you to see what we get up to and chat with you there! SHOW NOTES: Find them here WEBSITE: www.leavetofind.com

Meet Tex and Zipper, Lucia's Special Buddies

Meet Lucia's Special Buddies - Tex the dog and Zipper the bear. Tex comes from Houston, Texas, and will be 8 years old this fall. He would have an ice cream stand and they would sell mint chocolate chip flavor! Zipper was gifted to Lucia by her Uncle Pete when she had open-heart surgery. We want to know who you are and where you’ve been! Come hang out with us over on Instagram @leavetofind. We can’t wait for you to see what we get up to and chat with you there! SHOW NOTES: Find them he...

National Parks and Meet Christina

Officially meet Christina (mom) today! Lucia, Laken, and Joe (dad) ask mom some questions and we talk about feelings that have come up during lockdown. Also, why was Christina looking forward to this mega road trip so much? And what are the girls looking forward to? We want to know who you are and where you’ve been! Come hang out with us over on Instagram @leavetofind. We can’t wait for you to see what we get up to and chat with you there! SHOW NOTES: Find them here WEBSITE: www.leavet...

It's Like Riding a Bike and a Riddle

Something big happened yesterday... Laken rode on a 2 wheeler for the first time! Today we went for a hike, saw a twisty tree and a squirrel. Just before bedtime, the girls are trying to figure out a riddle. We want to know who you are and where you’ve been! Come hang out with us over on Instagram @leavetofind. We can’t wait for you to see what we get up to and chat with you there! SHOW NOTES: Find them here WEBSITE: www.leavetofind.com

Ernest Shackleton, Elephant Island and Education in Quarantine

We've been in lockdown for 6 weeks already and Lucia and Laken have found some days harder than others, but they've enjoyed playing together and being able to participate in drive-by birthday parties. Online learning is also in full swing, it's been different, but we've been able to enjoy some more family time! We want to know who you are and where you’ve been! Come hang out with us over on Instagram @leavetofind. We can’t wait for you to see what we get up to and chat with you there! SH...

Tornadoes and Lockdown

Meet the kids today! I (Joe) sit down with Lucia and Laken and we read Lucia's book titled: I survived the Michigan Tornado - a fictional story by Lucia Sanok. We want to know who you are and where you’ve been! Come hang out with us over on Instagram @leavetofind. We can’t wait for you to see what we get up to and chat with you there! SHOW NOTES: Find them here WEBSITE: www.leavetofind.com

How a Family Road Trip, Leaving Home, and Living in National Parks Actually Happened

Welcome to the first episode of the Leave to Find Podcast! We are the Sanok’s and if you’re wondering how the conversation started about us leaving our comfortable family life to embark on a mega road trip in an RV with 2 wonderful little girls, then this episode is for you! We want to know who you are and where you’ve been! Come hang out with us over on Instagram @leavetofind. We can’t wait for you to see what we get up to and chat with you there! SHOW NOTES: Find them here WEBSITE: w...