Early afternoon, last Thursday, Aimee and I packed up the Westy and left San Diego for Yosemite. That day we sputtered our way through Southern California. Going up the Tejon Pass, the small diesel engine topped out at 34 miles per hour and I had a smile, at least a smirk, on my face the entire time.
I needed the trip. I needed a fresh outlook. I left with the realization that I would no longer speak to some family members for a long time. And while the conversations with those family members played on repeat for most of the trip, Aimee and I rejoiced on the open road.
Even though our rear tire blew while driving through Fresno, the trip, the feeling of the open road, hanging out and having beers with old friends, mixed with talks about future road trips in the Westy kept us excited and laughing all the way.
We needed it. The past few months have been tough. During those months I succumbed to depression. I lost sight of the target. I lost confidence in myself. The trip put it back in focus.
Love you Doe!!!
ReplyDeleteBEAUTIFUL... I can see how this trip would help clear the mind.
ReplyDeleteSo glad you guys were willing & able to make the trip for us. It was good to see you guys again (6 years since Gainesville!). Hope the road trip did you some good (flat tire aside), and Yosemite reminded you that life is beautiful. Maybe a reunion in another 6 years? Yellowstone this time?
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