Jun
10
“Live with intention, walk to the edge, play with abandon, live with no regrets: Dream big and do what you love!!”
A new fancy schmancy ‘iPad’ means we are connected on a whole new level and staying “With It”. Getting our life coordinated for the next leg of our odyssey … we watch the cold grotty rain fall in Ontario.. we were doing the same this time last year!!
Our trek back across the US to Ontario was a chance to catch up with friends and family, from Cheyenne to Chicago (shout out to Chicago that rocked!!) and all over Ontario, as we make final arrangements and preparations for Pumpers voyage and our flight across the Atlantic.
Everything would be really sweet if it weren’t for an annoying oil leak Pumper developed and we fixed in Utah, seems to have re-surfaced, just a few days before we hand Pumper over to the shipper we wait for spare parts to arrive, then a dash from Ontario to Baltimore… Not many days for error. Just a couple of drops of oil but too many for the shipping company that provided strict guidelines on why Pumper might not be able to make the journey. No oil, grease, or dirt on the underside. No Personal things or spare parts. This RORO (Roll On, Roll Off) method of shipping is a different game than driving into a container lock stock and barrel, but also a lot cheaper. A few spares and treasures have been carefully concealed in Pumpers nooks and crannies, everything else has to travel with us!!
We managed to purge the accumulation of personal things to a manageable level for taking with us on our flight…. without a divorce… and really the “D’ word was on the table!!! Who knew wardrobe selection could be so contentious, well we weren’t exactly seeing eye to eye!!
We are stoked at the thought of driving Europe… experiencing the history, architecture, people, and the diverse landscapes has us salivating. Catching up with European friends we made throughout Central and South America will be a treat, and new acquaintances we’ll make at every turn!!
We’ve said ‘Plan’ is a 4 letter word we try not to use, so exactly where we head in Europe … we’re not really sure. We are shipping to England (Southampton); of course Pumper has to have a quick zip around a few country lanes and perhaps London during the Olympics sporting the Maple Leaf. We sure relish the idea of driving on the wrong side of the road in a left hand drive and figuring all that out!!
The idea of Egypt to South Africa during the European winter has us chomping at the bit. How long can we live like this… wandering the streets like vagabonds, homeless gypsies? While we love it so much… who knows!!
Life is full of possibilities and we feel incredibly blessed to set sail and cruise the highways to who knows where and to what adventure or experience lies ahead. No routine in this camp!!
Love, Peace and Light … joy and thankfulness for all we have… and all we don’t have!
FOTOMOJOART
Bon Voyage, mi amigos. The best has yet to reveal itself.
Glad we managed to meet up again before you head off to Europe. Hope Pumper manages to keep her legs crossed until she is on the RoRo! Stay safe and keep in touch. Love B & J
Guys! So glad to have found your blog! Also from Ontario – and am about to buy my own VW westy to adventure out West with – can’t wait and love seeing your courage, love and faith in your dreams! Keep it up – and best of luck in Europe
Will be tuning back to see how it goes!
Meagan
You two crazy kids make me smile. I am glad you are out there again and I can’t wait to S.K.I myself. Fernando, Spring Valley, CA
The travelling wonder kids are at it again. Have a wonderful and safe trip.
So glad we were able to help and keep you focussed to avoid that “D” word. We so loved having you at Sentinel. Enjoy Europe! Buen Viaje. Remember, we are always here to store your belongings for your next trip! Safe travels, Barb and John
Happy Trails!!
Can’t wait to see you!! Have a safe trip! xx
Glad you folks came through Boulder, CO. It was great to meet you both and send you peace & love for the remainder of the trip.
That RORO is good but how cheap is it? I would love to know. And I am headed to Spain on Monday 6/18. Going to Santiago de Compestela and maybe doing the End of the World hike. Then South through Wine country into N. Portugal and home by 7/4.
Safe travels and do be very careful driving. Be especially mindful when making u turns. I almost bought it in Ireland reversing and coming back on the wrong side of the road on a high hedged lane. Phew!
jajajajajajaa que bien muy buen viaje……..que feliz me siento por ustedes
The two of you are so brave and adventurous! I hope I can live my life similar to the way you guys are some day.
Sorry I missed you on your whirlwind tour through Ontario…. Happy Travels and look forward to more awesome blogs!!!
I cannot bellieve you are going to Europe and taking Pumper with you.
Sandra and I were in Oshkosh, WI this week and a Model A Ford convention and from there go to Marquette, MI. we got homesick for our grandchilden and their softball games. We tossed everything into the car , 17hr and 1040 miles later we are home.
I will be watching for your posts
Be safe and remember you have friends in Alabama.
Mark and Sandra
LOVE reading your blogs…just home from Colorado and great fun adventures…young folks we met at BLM campsite near Arches house sat for us and head to our island Halibut Cove cabin with us tomorrow…hope you and pumper make it to us in Alaska one day…happy travels in Europe and beyond..you truly are the ultimate adventurers….hugs and happiiness, Judy and Kenn