I guess I forgot to include this earlier:Brad and I have entered into a mutual burger celibacy agreement. We are not going to eat any burgers at all until we get to In n Out burger in California.I got a burger at Wendy's today out of habit, took a bite, and suddenly went pale. Oh … Continue reading Burger Hiatus
Category: Old Travelogue
Saying Goodbye: Part II
It's Tuesday. Back in our AT&T Days (it still feels weird to refer to AT&T as past tense) Tuesday was the inevitable day of damage and destruction. If something was to go wrong, it would've been on a Tuesday. This curse appears to be broken, thankfully.We've said goodbye to a few more folks. Saturday, of … Continue reading Saying Goodbye: Part II
Going Away Party
Wow, what a fantastic time.Last night we had our going away party for family and friends. The VFW at 6th and Peoria served as a perfect venue for the Baron to play and our friends to gather and enjoy themselves. The drinks were strong (I can personally attest to this) and the times were merry.We … Continue reading Going Away Party
"Vagabonding" – Rolf Potts
I highly recommend the book "Vagabonding" by Rolf Potts - it reads more like a philosophical dissertation on the joys of travel than a "travel guide," as it is billed, but it is an enjoyable and smooth read. There were so many moments that gave me pause, so many phrases and thoughts that had come … Continue reading "Vagabonding" – Rolf Potts
Things I’ll Miss: Waffle House
I've been trying to think of things I'll miss aside from the obvious creature comforts. There isn't a ton of stuff that is uniquely American about our culture; we've cobbled so much together from our rich history of immigration. However, I think the traditional American Diner is a unique construct here. And on top of … Continue reading Things I’ll Miss: Waffle House
Skype
I've signed up for Skype and am now pretty comfortable using it. If you don't have it, you should get it if you're interesting. It's an instant messaging program that I'll be using when we travel for chat and voice communication. If you're signed in when I am, no matter where I am, I can … Continue reading Skype
Pawhuska Visit
This weekend Indi and I ventured north to Pawhuska, the town my Dad grew up in and where he and his side of the family currently resides. I hadn't been in awhile.The road up there was beautiful and wonderful as always. I can nearly drive it with my eyes closed, I've done it so many … Continue reading Pawhuska Visit
Saying Goodbye: Part I
Wednesday was the first in what will be many goodbyes to friends and family. I went to the AT&T Call Center I worked at for so long for a farewell tour.It lasted quite a bit longer than I had anticipated. So many people were interested in where I was going and what I was doing. … Continue reading Saying Goodbye: Part I
Deconstructing the Pack
As I mentioned earlier, we packed out our backpacks with our new containing units. I figured I should take this opportunity to revisit the contents of the pack so you can get an idea of what I'm lugging around the world.Left to Right, Row 1: Large/Medium/Small mesh bags for clothes (Pants/shirts/socks), Tent, Keene Sandals. Row … Continue reading Deconstructing the Pack
Back in Oklahoma
Ah, Broken Arrow. We had a great time in Dallas!I got a lot of great pictures. It was good to get the camera out and use it in a 'foreign' setting. It was odd, because any time I was idle I was looking around for photo opportunities. It was on my mind constantly.We did make … Continue reading Back in Oklahoma
Rhys' Pieces 