As of December 8, 2017 Amazingly, we are already more than 1/3 of the way through our year-long trip. The first month or so was the slowest; since then, time has been passing in warp speed. We’ve been so many places, seen so much, and had so many amazing life experiences, that some of it is Read more about Been There, Done That: Where We’ve Been and What We’ve Done[…]
If Week 1 was all sunshine and rainbows, Week 2 has been a bit more stormy–literally and figuratively. We are camped out at Curt Gowdy State Park near Cheyenne, WY. It’s a lovely spot tucked between a reservoir and granite hills with miles and miles of mountain bike trails. Despite the idyllic setting, the weather has been Read more about Dispatch from Curt Gowdy State Park (Week 2)[…]
I feel little fingers brush against my cheek, and then–suddenly–jerking my eyelids up. Beside me, Blair snores, still asleep. Cool morning air seeps through the open window above our bed. Flinching, I scrunch my eyes closed again. Despite the rude awakening, I smile and pull P closer to snuggle. This is how our mornings begin. Read more about Family Adventures at Flaming Gorge (Week 1)[…]
About a month ago, I quit my job. Or I should say, I gave notice at my job. I’m still working there until mid-July. Lots of people think I’m crazy; heck, maybe MOST people think that I’m crazy. I’ve spent 11 years building my career and reputation at this company. My work is challenging and Read more about Why I Quit My Job to Live in a Van (Er, Trailer)[…]