A Blog About the Blog

February 2011, we set out on a journey, not really sure where we were going or exactly what we wished to accomplish. Now, nine years later, our blog has evolved a clear vision and purpose. It has given birth to a Facebook page, led somewhat indirectly to a weekly travel column featured in a local newspaper, Beyer's Byways, and attracted a loyal following.  (And we thank you...)

J and L Research and Exploration has traveled to a handful of countries and we've taken you along for the ride. But more importantly, we've tried to help encourage you to adventure out and explore what's in your own backyard, just as we've shared what's around our local area as well.

Some of our posts have been more research based. We were essentially teachers after all.

Nine years ago, on the inaugural post,  John wrote: Civility is an art that is losing its luster but should be brought back in these times with much polish, and shining to illuminate the world.
Research and exploration is what separates the learned from the ignorant - we want to deal with the former and not the latter.

We still believe in our mission. It's been fun, and as long as you keep  reading, we'll keep writing. Happy anniversary to us, and to you!