March 25th, 2026 – Mitchell, South Dakota to…; Time to Breathe


Yesterday’s drive was more of a “positioning drive”, getting me farther along earlier in the trip so I can take advantage of some favorable weather heading west which did look good on the news this morning. It is looking like a nice morning outside after the sun came up and I have taken my time … Continue reading March 25th, 2026 – Mitchell, South Dakota to…; Time to Breathe

March 24th, 2026 – Leavenworth, Kansas to…


Headed back where I belong (As always, the travel posts are dated with the actual travel dates but the posts themselves are delayed for my safety. - Shawn) Well, that’s five years of my life that I won’t get parts of back. I am so damn glad this whole thing is finished - sometimes it … Continue reading March 24th, 2026 – Leavenworth, Kansas to…

March 23rd, 2026 – My Final Night Here


Gonna miss hanging out in Lawrence, KS Today I received the last of the closing documents to sign; it finally looks like it is really gonna happen. I signed & returned the two pages before they even got their finger off the “send” button. Get me outta here. I have been staying in the driveway … Continue reading March 23rd, 2026 – My Final Night Here

March 21st, 2026 – Thoughts


Obviously, I have had a lot on my mind and on my ToDo list dealing with things around here. My thoughts about selling the house have gone from memories of particular events to the relief of having this process done & I am excited about going back to where I belong. Some of the memories … Continue reading March 21st, 2026 – Thoughts

March 19th, 2026 – Finally; Planning Again


Today was a final walkthrough inspection for the house and it (unsurprisingly) went fine. The closing is as my realtor expected…on the very last day the mortgage company said. Rat bastards. In the meantime, I am living in my driveway for nearly two weeks to stay out of the house and keep it clean. Since … Continue reading March 19th, 2026 – Finally; Planning Again