DAY 18 HOME

Oh, I'd rather go and journey
Where the diamond crests are glowin'
And run across the valley
Beneath the sacred mountain
And wander through the forest
Where the trees have leaves of prisms
And break the light in colours
That no one knows the names of
King/Geffen

It really is about the journey.

Sat at breakfast this morning and it just didn't feel right. Quickly realized what it was, we hadn't pulled out a road map to discuss the days route and no one had turned the tv to the weather channel. That really made it hit home that the trip was just about over.

18 days, 5000+ miles, 4,500+ miles designated scenic drives, under 300 miles on interstates. We missed some things but thanks to paper maps and friendly people along the way we found the most incredible roads.

A thanks to the friends who ride with me, and those that want to. A very special thanks to my family for putting up with my absence.

Last a thanks to my best friend, lover, and wife who encourages me to never stop "Runnin Against The Wind".

Chuck