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Melting Away in Missoula

A decision had to be made and that was to drive back to Missoula to stay with Caleb’s sister, Jessi, for two weeks while Caleb tried to stay off his feet. It’s rough on me to drive with no intention … Continue reading

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Day 23 – Even the Car Gets Injured

Caleb is up at 330, packs up his bed, and eats with the group. I grab the ibuprofen before they leave for Cloudburst Summit to avoid some road-walking and an endangered frog area that suffered burn damage. I get the … Continue reading

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The Island and Republic of Éire

The Irish name Éire derives from Ériu, the name of a Gaelic goddess of sovereignty. The name debate started in 1921 after 26 counties of the 32 became the Irish Free State. Then in 1949, the southern counties were called … Continue reading

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A Day in Phoenix

Start the morning with a 50-minute walk on a different path around the neighborhood and I’m partially distracted while on the phone. I’ll borrow one of Caroline’s shirts for the day and we leave to return the rental car. I … Continue reading

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30 Things in My 30s: Number One

I’ve learned that each decade is a repeat of the last, examples: drink: 10yo juice, 20yo booze, 30yo kombucha school: 10yo free public, 20yo paid college, 30yo paid to work in bicycle: 10yo with dog, 20yo with husband, 30yo spin … Continue reading

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