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I am so thankful – for all of you!

January 13, 2017

I cannot begin to adequately express my thanks for all the support that I have received this week – via email and blog comments. You are all amazing people and I appreciate every one of you! Your comments and emails have kept me going this week. As I have attempted to share – I have… [Read More]

I do not know

January 11, 2017

I thought I had spent sufficient time contemplating and preparing this change in lifestyle, this moving from land to the Caribbean water paradise. I thought I was a loner. I thought I liked solitude. I thought I loved adventure and mystery. I thought I was ready to do something other than work (job). I think… [Read More]

Overflowing with Excitement – Moving onto the Boat!!

January 5, 2017

Rodney Bay St. Lucia

The excitement is overflowing here – today is “Move to the Boat” day!!! Things got started with a very early wake-up – about 2:00 AM. I depart for the St. Louis airport at 3:00 am and my flight to Atlanta departs at 6:00 am. After a short layover, the flight to Hewanorra, St. Lucia departs… [Read More]

Details of the plan… not really

December 8, 2016

life box move belongings shipping plan

I received a couple of questions regarding the details behind my last post. So, for those that love details… The first half of the boat survey (“inspection”) is happening right now – as I write this.  I’m anxiously awaiting some news!!! If all is well (meaning the boat seems to be in good condition), the… [Read More]

The Plan – Finally!

December 7, 2016

traffic jam jamb freeway society opinion

I have been alluding to a major change in direction for some time.  I am finally able announce that change. I have sold my home on wheels – JBAM, my 2005 Newmar Dutch Star DP motorhome. I am moving to the Caribbean. I am in the midst of purchasing a 36′ sailboat for my new… [Read More]

The Hunted… and almost the eaten!

October 20, 2016

Hunted deer baby camping forest

I had the pleasure of watching a small group of deer over the course of the last week. This little group spent a lot of time where I was camped in the Gunnison National Forest.  It is harder to tell from the photos than in real life but it was a Mamma and two babies. … [Read More]

How about some Clear Direction??

October 14, 2016

Clouds Clear Direction South Arrow

Are you like me and really struggle to hear clear direction from God?? Yesterday afternoon was spectacular!! The sun was warm, the breeze was whooshing thru the trees and all was well! I looked up and what did I see?? This: A great big arrow in the sky pointing south! I think I am getting… [Read More]

Two Year Cycling Accident Update – Shattered Humerus

October 4, 2016

On this day, two years ago, October 4, 2014, my life took a drastic change. That was the day of my cycling accident. The surgeons notes say: “Left distal humerus fracture. Highly comminuted. Open fracture.” This means the elbow end (distal) of my left upper arm bone (humerus) was badly shattered (highly comminuted) and bone… [Read More]

For Jack

September 28, 2016

For my dear friend Jack.  You are missed. Remember me when you hear the wind blow. I am with God, I need you to know. He called my name, and I went to see If the voice I heard was speaking to me. He took my hand, we walked along The road to heaven, where… [Read More]

A Wonderful Week with Family!

September 22, 2016

Lake Pueblo State Park Camping

Last week was wonderful! My son SAFELY returned home from Afghanistan – AND – I got to spend the week with him and my youngest son! This all happened in the Colorado Springs, CO area which is a really beautiful place. I stayed at the Lake Pueblo State Park near West Pueblo. This is a… [Read More]

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