Category Archives: People

Ocean Breeze Waterpark

Posted on August 19, 2019 by TheJessicaness

Lyra, trying to tube Caleb wakes me up. Then he’s off to a late muster at 8:30 for training. We forget how laid-back shore duty is. It’s no wonder some people fight the system to avoid a ship’s long hours … Continue reading →

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The Crooked Road from Bristol to Hillsville

Posted on August 16, 2019 by TheJessicaness

I started driving at 4:40 am after listening to the service attendant crack jokes and try to charge me for yawning, and the truckers talked about their rigs. Today is my last day on the road before meeting up with … Continue reading →

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Meeman, Memphis, Montgomery

Posted on August 15, 2019 by TheJessicaness

I take another shower, having taken one last night, and being grateful for the opportunity. I toast the hotel’s English muffin and use my own peanut butter and jelly before continuing east. This morning has me crossing the Mississippi River, … Continue reading →

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Bricktown to Little Rock

Posted on August 14, 2019 by TheJessicaness

I changed into shorts last night, hoping that less sweat would help me sleep. I jumped out of bed at 2 am, must’ve been a heck of a dream, then crawled back in for another four hours. The first gas … Continue reading →

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Turtles and Turkeys of Texas

Posted on August 13, 2019 by TheJessicaness

I’ll use the indoor facilities at one gas station and the bucket of soapy water for a clean windshield and headlights at another in Clovis. I’m greeted by some nice older country guys and walk by the murals of Lincoln-Jackson … Continue reading →

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