Before I get into the nitty gritty of today, I feel as though I should touch on yesterday a bit. Yesterday, at least for me, was a particularly tough day. I said goodbye to my wonderful family in the midwest and as all goodbyes tend to go, it was very bittersweet. My entire family has been nothing short of fantastic to Michelle and myself over the past few years spent in Cincinnati. It was however, the first day of the rest of our lives as we embarked on the great journey west.
For me, today was a day of perspective. Of course what we are doing is incredibly brave, but as you are driving across you can't help but think about the legendary explorers who made this journey with a covered wagon, a weapon for food, and a lack of knowledge about what they will encounter on the other side of the Continental Divide, let alone whether or not they would return home safely.
Our journey is of course, much MUCH different, as we are aided by GPS devices, iPhones, a plethora of fast food restaurants for "nourishment", and most importantly, an understanding of what it is we are going to encounter on the way and at the end.
Each mile we get closer to San Francisco, i feel more and more energized. It is so very exciting to see and take in this part of our great nation. I have a wonderful traveling companion (I love you, Michelle), and her parents have been a huuuuge help to us on the way out.
Time to get some sleep. Another loooong day of driving ahead tomorrow, but at the days end, we will be within four hours of our final destination and our new lives together. Until then!
Thanks for reading all! Be well.
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