1. Do not underestimate the enormous amount of time it takes to paint the exterior of a house. Especially when you're about to embark on a World Tour and have not packed any of your belongings in your house.
Fortunately, we have awesome friends and family who helped us get our s**t together and get on the road on Friday August 14, 2009 as planned.
2. People and pets deal with packing and moving differently. As you can see from these pictures, neither Basil or Phinneas were of much help: Basil hid among the packed goods in the basement while Phinney lounged on his favorite stair.
3. Just when you think you're out, they pull you back in. Forgetting things at home is inevitable, and if you choose to return to get them you may find you have driven 120 miles and are still in your driveway in Madison. Fortunately the Comfort Inn in DeForest, WI will likely have a room available at 10pm on a Friday for a reasonable price. (Note: this picture is us leaving Madison the first time.)
Miles traveled: 137 miles
Miles from home: 17
Next stop: South Dakota?
We miss you already! Drive safely and we can't wait to hear about your adventures.
ReplyDeletelove, ABC
Love it already!! Keep the stories coming so I can continue to live vicariously through the two of you!!
ReplyDeleteI wonder what you looked like leaving the house for the second time...I did this on my road trip to San Diego - my boyfriend left his passport, wallet, computer...yes, his entire manbag at his parent's cabin in Colorado. I got to drive through Vail Pass about 5 times.
ReplyDeleteGood luck!
What on earth did you guys leave behind that you had to turn around and drive all the way home?!? No matter. DeForest is a really awesome place. Try to tear yourself away though. Remember, you have plenty of other great places to see.
ReplyDeleteThe house looks great from the pictures. sounds like the adventure is off to a great start. we thought about you both while we were walking to the duomo in florence, we arrived without delay, and in original outfits! Have fun and be safe!!
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