Woke up this morning and the first thought that came to my mind was how in a short week, we will be on a flight to Portland, OR. I guess it’s a good thing that the emotion after that wasn’t sheer and utter panic! Surprisingly, I was able to still lay in bed and relax for a few minutes before starting my Sunday. This is not to say that we are not questioning our sanity and this entire endeavor. Sarah and I have been audibly asking ourselves at least once a day, for a few weeks, “are we really doing this; are we crazy? Funny how we never really answer each other when this comes up. We know it will be hard, but we know we can do it. A week from today we will be going to REI and other stores in Portland to pick up stuff that we either didn’t need or want to inspect before purchasing or stuff that we can’t fly with. Some of the stuff we didn’t need to inspect are fire starter matches, can opener, sporks, (look them up if needed) bike water bottles, and a few other items that now escape me. The stuff that we can’t fly with are gas for our stoves, knives, (hopefully just for cooking) bear mace, and a few other stuffs for personal use and/or protection. But all in all, I think we’re almost ready. This week, here at home, there will be a few trips to REI and perhaps a hardware store visit. But mostly, the remaining of the prep will be family meetings to make sure that everyone has everything they’ll need for the journey and make sure we’re all ready logistically and emotionally—physically??? we’ll, that’s what the first week is for, right? FB Some of the gear we have ready to go. Clothing not yet added to the ever growing pile
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Frank O'Leary
5/27/2021 07:27:20 am
I am a friend of Melissa McInnis and wanted to say good luck and I am looking forward to following your updates.
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Fernando
5/28/2021 05:48:18 pm
Frank, thanks for the well wishes.
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Susan
5/28/2021 05:32:58 pm
Reading your story in the boston globe. So interested in followong you across the states. Have fun and good luck.
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Fernando
5/28/2021 05:49:40 pm
Thanks for following us. Would love to read your blog. I tried looking for it with the info you provided, but I was not successful.
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Stefano
5/29/2021 06:51:49 am
Read the article in the Globe, yesterday. Best wishes that the trip turns out to be everything you hope for! Bicycled in the opposite direction a few years ago. Looks like you are doing the TransAmerica route, initially?
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Fernando
5/29/2021 08:20:12 am
Stefano,
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Bob Ryan
5/29/2021 12:01:44 pm
What a great story on an upcoming amazing adventure. I am green with envy and will be following your progress from your blog as you make your way across the country. This is no ordinary summer camp for these kids! Best of luck to all. Epic trails!
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