I'm Driving Cross-country Right Now

Also, the Seattle Mariners just won their first playoff game in almost 8,000 days. Today has been a good day :)
 
LurchAddams said:
Sounds like a great trip. You need to understand not everyone has fun the same way you do. The things I've seen on this trip, the different f1oods I've eaten, the people I've met - I promise you, I do step out of the vehicle frequently.

Right now, I'm spending a week in a TX city - I'm going to keep the city name a secret for now.
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Before the internet, I was lost at sea. I had no idea how and when to enter a harbor. I had to wait and follow someone in. Now there are sites where experts will answer all my questions and walk me through on what to expect.

Never take a trip without talking to those who have been there many times. Not every site is as nasty as JPP.
 
So I've run into a bit of a problem - both my credit and debit cards have been compromised now - my bank is a local bank in WA state and can't replace them by sending them to me without a permanent address down here so.. tomorrow I guess I'll go to a sister bank they use, write a check and just travel with travelers checks... or just cash.. or

OH

I could get one of those prepaid debit cards!.. I'll see what the cost is - if not to expensive might be the most convenient option.
 
goat said:
Before the internet, I was lost at sea. I had no idea how and when to enter a harbor. I had to wait and follow someone in. Now there are sites where experts will answer all my questions and walk me through on what to expect.

Never take a trip without talking to those who have been there many times. Not every site is as nasty as JPP.
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Sir, I've been all over the country.. I've seen a bunch of stuff.. you can't be offended that people don't always take your advice. I'm having a great time the way I have it.. I have no regrets..

Thank you!
 
LurchAddams said:
Sir, I've been all over the country.. I've seen a bunch of stuff.. you can't be offended that people don't always take your advice. I'm having a great time the way I have it.. I have no regrets..

Thank you!
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Bro, not many people get to see the center of our continent, there's not that many airports. I love that part of the country. I was trying to get you to slow down and see the sites. Now I realize you need an internet connection and a bed. My bad.
 
But.. I love cooking eggs and corned beef hash in the morning - it's a habit - so this morning I went out and spent $10 on a single-burner cooktop, cooked and ate my eggs and hash!

They moved me to a better room with a working TV and I upgraded my data plan on my phone hotspot so at least I have internet. I'm a happy camper now.

Today's starting out to be a good day :)
 
LurchAddams said:
But.. I love cooking eggs and corned beef hash in the morning - it's a habit - so this morning I went out and spent $10 on a single-burner cooktop, cooked and ate my eggs and hash!

They moved me to a better room with a working TV and I upgraded my data plan on my phone hotspot so at least I have internet. I'm a happy camper now.

Today's starting out to be a good day :)
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Are you still in Texas? How long are you staying?
 
goat said:
Try to make time to spend the day at Carlsbad Caverns, it's not that far from Scottsdale. Bring a sweater it's about 70 degrees.

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When did you take that picture?
 
Alright I "broke". I found some nice places to stay along the way (not dives, at least 4 stars and above) so I'm headed up to southern Colorado this weekend to "restock my medication".

I'm actually thinking of being a supplier. I'd only do it for folks way over 21 who I trust. I know it's illegal, but it's a legitimate medication - and I need it. So, I'm going.
 
LurchAddams said:
Alright I "broke". I found some nice places to stay along the way (not dives, at least 4 stars and above) so I'm headed up to southern Colorado this weekend to "restock my medication".

I'm actually thinking of being a supplier. I'd only do it for folks way over 21 who I trust. I know it's illegal, but it's a legitimate medication - and I need it. So, I'm going.
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It's illegal to sell Thorazine without a prescription.
 
LurchAddams said:
Tuesday I "pussed out" and only made it from north of Seattle to Portland.

But yesterday I made it all the way from Portland to Reno. My vehicle has a 5.2 liter engine, seat coolers/heaters, cold AC and instant heat and drives like a dream.

It was raining yesterday in Portland, but when I got to Ashland (southern OR) it stopped and my navi took me east over the Sierras, through the Lassen NF in Northern CA and dumped me out in a town called "Susanville, CA". From Susanville it was a straight, 90-mile shot south to Reno. I made it in time to have all you can eat Sushi :)

Note: I'm at the Circus Circus in Reno this morning. DO NOT STAY HERE. I've been coming here since the 80's and it's been great, but they've let it devolve into a dump. Holes in the lampshades, lights flickering in room, no toiletries in the bathroom.

Also, a quick note about traveling alone: Getting back into my vehicle after a pee stop yesterday I heard a couple arguing about the guy's driving - "You drive like a maniac", she screamed at him. <-- I do not mind traveling alone one bit. I have satellite radio - that's all I need :)
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No one cares. Maybe you'll get run over by a semi. :thinking:
 
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