Trip Stats

The trip is now over and we survived . . .
16 days, 21 states, and 7,000 miles.

Welcome Home

. . . and Cowgirl, ' Mom Treavel ' says,

"I Love You" in American Sign Language.

"Welcome home Cowpeople."

VanBuren Henderson is stunned that the cowpeople actually made it home.

Pam and Ted Williams welcome the cowpeople home. The cowfolk were wearing their boots, jeans and hats that they bought while driving through TEXAS. Ted says he will go to the Wild West with us next time to meet the Little Miss Middles (after reading the blog).


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Even though I'm now a world traveler, it's still nice to come home
to the ' warm fuzzies ' the Williams' offer.

Josh Williams takes a moment from his computer work to signal

a welcome home and nice job on the blog.

Home Again, Home Again

Home again, home again with three bags full!

Souvenirs

We thank God for our blessed journey and His protection.

Thanks to all the wonderful friends who allowed us into their lives.

Our Virginia "Rose"

Our last stop on this whirl wind tour of the United States was Aunt Rose in Virginia.

The whole family "turned out" to see these gypsies and their favorite cuz".
There was a rain storm and the creeks were flooding, so we had to leave quickly.
We'll be back, Rose and bring you to visit us!

Charlotte's E-Web

The Beatty's and Brewer

First & Last

I had long waited to meet Mrs. Norma Beatty and the day finally arrived. She is such a sweetheart and a Nationally Certified Teacher. I was so glad to have the opportunity to share some personal time with her. I enjoyed meeting her husband "John Beatty" as well.

What a dynamic duo they are . . .

See?!!! . . .

True Love

" Norma, they have eyes!?!"

As the crab used to say, "Going to pinch you . . . "

Professionals at work . . .

And a good time was had by all - what a wild bunch! See ya . . . love ya!

"The Bear"

Marianna, Florida with "The Bear"

During my conversation with "The Bear", he told me

many stories about his coaching and teaching.

As far as my life is concerned, I've lived by a simple motto,

"I don't make plans, I just make phone calls and write letters,

and let God take care of the rest."

And it's been a wonderful life!

"I got these in Texas . . . on sale"

I've spent 40 years teaching kids, I feel like I've been rode hard and put away wet"

We're here in Florida

We arrived in Florida on Friday morning at 2:00 am. We drove through the remainder of Texas, Louisana, Mississippi (ippississiM, as my grandmother used to spell it), Alabama, and finally Florida. We are staying at the Country Inn and Suites. Our friend, Bear Simpkins is picking us up and we are going to have dinner together here in Marianna. It is raining ad I wish I were still asleep, but there is too much to do to get ready for the day. We are heading to Charlotte, NC tonight.

Until we meet again

A Mexican brunch with Beau and Barb Bowen.

They think we're cruel girls.

"After many twists, turns, detours, and a few down right hard, dangerous curves, we have met today as we were supposed to, as we were designed to do."

Happy trails to you until we meet again . . .

Tumped with Texas Tacos

The sun it 'ris' and the sun is set, but here I sit in Texas yet!

We drove for what seemed like days to get to Texas . . . first El Paso then Conroe.

El Paso is close to Jaurez, Mexico, a place I have studied over the past year. As many of you know, many of the women and young girls of Jaurez work in factories assembling televisions, and various electronic items. The women often make only a few dollars / day - rarely even enough to buy a gallon of milk for their babies. Often times, while waiting on the bus to take them home from the factory at night, they are raped and sometimes murdered. Home for many, is a shack made of cardboard boxes that they take with them from the factory. Their stories are heartbreaking, and as I drove through the area, I cried, remembering the lives of those young girls who never made it home, who never had a chance.

I had searched online for an authentic Mexican restaurant in El Paso since we were so close to Jaurez, Mexico. I found this little dive and the food was delicious and cheap!! We got 6 tacos for $3.00. I also ordered a bean burrito for the road.

Barbara, I got tumped over with Texas tacos :)

So hot - Caliente!!!!!!!

We drove many hours and finally arrived in Conroe to see our friends Beau aka Eddie Bowen, and his wife Barbara.

We went to Baskin's and bought real Texan cowfolk gear.

I got my first cowgirl hat!

Beau chooses Bro a matching hat.

The Gang!


" My heartfelt thanks and appreciation goes to 'Him' that planned it all ! "


"18 minutes - 18 years - or 18 lifetimes. A bond exists that will not be broken."

New bonds were formed today - "sisters"

Cont.

Cowboys out on the range.

A stick up ---- "Gimme your cash!"

Our dinner at Max and Thelma's at the Depot.

We had baked fish and carrots. My first healthy meal this whole trip.

The steam engine . . .

Real Arizona Cowboys

"Get Your Kicks on Route 66"

We stopped for icecream on Route 66 before starting our all night drive to El Paso, TX

Good morning Texas. We drove all night and are driving another 15 hours today to Conroe, TX.

I am exhausted - no sleep!!!