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At least we did not have to ford any rivers or carry any canoes. Everything else seemed to be on the menu for our 3,000 mile epic journey from the San Andreas Fault to the high mountains of the Otteray.
Sockpuppet and I started out in late October for what was supposed to be a four or five day trip cross country. Instead, we found ourselves starring in the latest Lemony Snicket story. The five-day trip lasted three weeks, and came close to being the end of both of us.
That said, we survived the better part of a week in hospital (Bakersfield, Kern County, California—really????), and numerous other side distractions. We did make it home in one piece—more or less.
On the other hand, we explored the southern route back across this beautiful country. I got photos of some of the highlights.
There was a lot more. I have to pick through several hundred more photos for future stories.
Music for the occasion.
Come on in, pick up your cup and join us for the latest from your end of the universe. Interesting topic for discussion might be your best (and worst) cross country trip.