I'm updating this blog while sitting on the beach in Mexico. But I'll get to that.Yesterday had a fantastic vibe; Brad, Doug, and I sat outside for hours and chat with some beers. We drove to Anaheim last night and saw The Faint in concert at the Grove. Ladytron opened for them. Try as I … Continue reading Surprise →

I am really loving California.Yesterday got off to a pleasant start with a walk down the road to get some coffee. Doug is quite the historian; I got filled in on Signal Hill history on the way. It's fascinating stuff to me, but I won't bore you with the details here. Once everyone got up … Continue reading Another Day in Paradise →

So, it's been a few days. Our second day in Vegas was pure gambling for the most part. Indi and Nikki enjoyed the Star Trek slots and Brad enjoyed a lot of blackjack. Since I don't gamble I decided to go for another walk. I took a cab to the end of the Strip (The … Continue reading Vegas Over, but California Awesome →

Wow.Just wow.I've seen Las Vegas on TV and in the movies, but nothing prepares you for it in person. It's kinda like the polar opposite of the Grand Canyon.We left Flagstaff early yesterday and had a nice drive over. Driving over the Hoover Dam was amazing; we didn't stop but I got a few pictures … Continue reading Las Vegas – Day One →

Today was phenomenal. It started out earlier than expected (time zone still screwing with us) and we had a nice breakfast. Partway through breakfast, I noticed there was a MOUNTAIN outside. So cool! We got rounded up and headed to the Grand Canyon quickly. The drive was very nice and peaceful, partially through a national … Continue reading View from the Edge (Rhys Version) →

(Written at Grand Canyon National Park, AZ)I've been told by reputable sources that one cannot put the experience of seeing the Grand Canyon into words - and I completely believe them. I am, however, very stubborn, so I'm going to try anyway.I won't bore you with the details of the drive - while beautiful, it … Continue reading View from the Edge (Indi Version) →

I'm updating this morning from Flagstaff, AZ! We made it! It was a LONG drive, though. We left Austin at 11 AM CST and arrived in Flagstaff at 3 AM PST. That is many hours. Not much to report, lots of great scenery and some real robust driving shifts from Brad and Indi. It's going … Continue reading I-10 →

Whee! My first update from the road! I'm sitting in a hotel in Austin, TX. But how did we get here? Glad you asked!Friday was the bittersweet start to our journey to the coast. Indi and I ventured to Waffle House early for our final Tulsa meal. We were met by our two favorite waitresses … Continue reading Road Trip – Dallas and Austin →