Author Archives: TheJessicaness

The Last Moment

We woke up when the alarm went off this morning. I put our recycle and yard waste cans by the curb. Caleb put his bags in the car. We ate some leftover pizza and then drove to REI for some … Continue reading

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The Untitled Post

Less than 24 hours to go. Caleb has his seabag packed with uniform outfits, another bag with shoes, towels, sheets, etc., and a carry-on with electronics, plane tickets, and deodorant. I am to drop him off at the airport tomorrow with … Continue reading

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Managing Mania

The dogs were restless last night. There was plenty of wildlife making noise and the temperature was a warm 41 degrees. I get sleep between dogs stepping on my hair and/or bladder throughout the night. Hwy 58 has some spectacular … Continue reading

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Kings and Queens

Another day to sleep in. I wanted to get up early, but something told me to just lay there. Eventually showers were taken and room keys turned in. Our lateness worked out in our favor. We still get to the John … Continue reading

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Piggy, Pete, and Politics

We sleep in. The trees help keep the sun from reaching our tent – usually our last alarm if the snooze button was hit or forgotten in the car. The tent was moist inside and out. It had rained all … Continue reading

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