Saturday, September 22, 2007 – Pecan Park RV – Jacksonville, FL

A note to let everyone know we arrived safely. I guess we were anxious to be here because we were both up and ready to go at 7:30 CDT this morning. Even after stopping for a hamburger, we still arrived at 3:00 pm EDT.

After setting up, we took a load of laundry and several boxes of pre-packed stuff to the house – along with Suki-cat and cat food. We figured he’d had enough after 4 months locked up in this rolling cage and wanted to begin his attacks on the lizard population at the house. At first he was a little confused, but soon regained his poise.

We picked up Ruby Bug – thanks to David and Carol – and headed over to a local Japanese restaurants for a quick meal.

In case you’re wondering, we drove the motor-home 7,705 miles this summer. We left the house on May 22nd and arrived back here on September 22nd – exactly four months to the day. I’m not sure, but I think we drove the Saturn an additional 6,000 miles. It was a busy four months of driving.

Other than a gazillion bugs on the windshield this morning – driving through the panhandle of Florida – it was a pretty uneventful day. Florida roads, at least this section of I-10, was quite smooth – a welcome relief after the last two days of Louisiana highway experience.

We’re glad to arrive safely. The week (7 days exactly) passed quickly. I enjoyed having Carol along to share driving and relate past life experiences. Thanks to her.

Carol’s Addition : Yes, friends and neighbors and faithful readers, we have arrived in Jax. Was a good day of good roads and good conversation. Though we were on the losing end of the battle with those damn little black bugs out on the road, it was a smooth day. I am not sure whether the bugs had a death wish or were flirting with their reflection in the wind-shield right before the ….SPLAT!

My Dad and I are thoroughly exhausted. My body is screaming “Okay, Chickie, I got your funky-butt here in one piece… Now I QUIT!” Sleep will feel ever so good tonight.

So, I guess this will be my last addition to my parents’ blog. Have thoroughly enjoyed the journey, except for that stretch near East Texas and Louisiana….ugh, it was horrible! Anyhow, I am left with a feeling of accomplishment, a renewed closeness with my dear father, and memories that I will forever cherish.

Thank you for letting me come along… Blessings to all and Happy Motoring…..xoxoxo