Today about 3 AM Gail and Brian began their trek east. The last email I got said they were going to try to make it into New Mexico today--that's about a 700 mile haul. Goal is ATLANTA for New Year's Eve.
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Well the wife and son were stuck in Ashland Oregon last night,
Could not get over the Pass. Are did not want to try.
Either way I'm at fault for not having the right Chain's in the car.
Hey i'm just minding my own business here.
I don't know how i'm the reason your not home yet?
Geez go figure.
EH
Could not get over the Pass. Are did not want to try.
Either way I'm at fault for not having the right Chain's in the car.
Hey i'm just minding my own business here.
I don't know how i'm the reason your not home yet?
Geez go figure.
EH
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Hey EH, Don't take it too hard...while it's difficult to have them away...
The Siskiyou pass can be a bear in winter chains or not (I grew up right nearby) but Ashland is a charming little community...lots to see and do, nice people, college town, plays, great dining, couple great brewpubs...
Some would say that your guffaw was a blessing...
Next time my wife messes up my chains I'll be happy to spend some time there...
44
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Hey EH, Don't take it too hard...while it's difficult to have them away...
The Siskiyou pass can be a bear in winter chains or not (I grew up right nearby) but Ashland is a charming little community...lots to see and do, nice people, college town, plays, great dining, couple great brewpubs...
Some would say that your guffaw was a blessing...
Next time my wife messes up my chains I'll be happy to spend some time there...
44.
Keep us posted JT.
Where abouts did you grow up 44? I spent a summer in Grants Pass, four months in Central Point, and threee years in Klamath Falls.
Absolutely beautiful country. And Ashland is a very cool place...as a lad, I enjoyed many evenings at the Oregon Shakesperian Festival with my folks. I never realized how 'top notch' that festival was and continues to be until I moved so far away.
LadyNMom...where are you?
Where abouts did you grow up 44? I spent a summer in Grants Pass, four months in Central Point, and threee years in Klamath Falls.
Absolutely beautiful country. And Ashland is a very cool place...as a lad, I enjoyed many evenings at the Oregon Shakesperian Festival with my folks. I never realized how 'top notch' that festival was and continues to be until I moved so far away.
LadyNMom...where are you?
JT - I'm guessing they make their goal today.... they're energized and ready for the trip to their new home. I'll say in New Mexico today... close enough guess?
We should have encouraged her to share her route with everyone... she could have done a book... "Who I Met On The Way To My New Home" as she stopped and stayed with posters all along the way! Just imagine the adventures of meeting posters as you traveled all the way across the country!
We should have encouraged her to share her route with everyone... she could have done a book... "Who I Met On The Way To My New Home" as she stopped and stayed with posters all along the way! Just imagine the adventures of meeting posters as you traveled all the way across the country!
I'm playing unofficial map-meister. I assume they are somewhere between Willcox, AZ and Las Cruces, NM--which would have been a 750 mile haul. Here is today's route for the game, I'm guessing somewhere near Dallas for Thursday:
I think they'll slow down tomorrow. Also, if I remember correctly they are traveling on I10, correct? I'll say Ft. Stockton, TX for Thursday. 
JT, my kids would tell you that traveling with me is an adventure.... probably is on paper too! So, I'll most likely have Gail and Brian in Oregon by Saturday!
JT, my kids would tell you that traveling with me is an adventure.... probably is on paper too! So, I'll most likely have Gail and Brian in Oregon by Saturday!
When my two kids drove across country this summer from Arizona....one of their favorite (albeit QUICK) stops was "Cadillac Ranch" near Amarillo. But, it doesn't look like Gail is headed in that direction! I hope her Boston Terrier is a good "car" traveller. If not, he WILL be by the end of this trip!
I thought they were moving to NC? If so, going I-10 seems a bit out of the way....unless they're going somewhere else along the way.
Beez - they wanted to avoid any bad northern weather and they do have family in GA and were stopping to see them along the way.... thus the more southern route. Then they're going on to NC from GA.
Then they're going on to NC from GA.
My guess then is Terrell, TX
quote:Originally posted by Beezer:
I thought they were moving to NC? If so, going I-10 seems a bit out of the way....unless they're going somewhere else along the way.
Beezer--I convinced her to go I-10 to I-20--taking the southern route to avoid the winter weather--which is kicking up along I-40. Plus, she has relatives and Brian has a girlfriend in the Atlanta area--hence the New Year's Eve goal. Finally, it's only about 50 miles difference in the two routes. Here is what today "should" look like (I'm guessing Abilene)...
Should have got a GPS with weathyer and traffic report.
She should be fine taking the southern route. If she had taken the AAA advice and gone I-40 she would be fighting snow right now--and thunderstorms through OK tomorrow.
UPDATE
(cue the Weekend Update theme)....
...just got the following email from Tom:
Gail and Brian left yesterday. stayed overnight in Tucson - didn't have internet service at hotel. ran into rain and snow leaving Tucson yesterday. Plan to stop in Sweetwater or Abilene, Texas tonight. Animals fine except cat has learned to sneak around car screen.
Listening to audio tape by Tony Larussa, "Three nights in August", about a series with the Cubs. Gail said that Brian is learning a lot of strategy from the tape that he can use against Lynchburg.
(cue the Weekend Update theme)....
...just got the following email from Tom:
Gail and Brian left yesterday. stayed overnight in Tucson - didn't have internet service at hotel. ran into rain and snow leaving Tucson yesterday. Plan to stop in Sweetwater or Abilene, Texas tonight. Animals fine except cat has learned to sneak around car screen.
Listening to audio tape by Tony Larussa, "Three nights in August", about a series with the Cubs. Gail said that Brian is learning a lot of strategy from the tape that he can use against Lynchburg.
JT - You're cheating!!! Where did I put Gail's cell phone number....
I was a bit more conservative today than needed to be, but also had her going on the wrong interstate. So, I'll predict they make it to Shreveport, LA tomorrow.
What's their exact route BTW? Gail told me, but I can't remember past I10 and they left that a long time ago!
Where did I put Gail's cell phone number....I was a bit more conservative today than needed to be, but also had her going on the wrong interstate. So, I'll predict they make it to Shreveport, LA tomorrow.
What's their exact route BTW? Gail told me, but I can't remember past I10 and they left that a long time ago!
I-10 to I-20 to Atlanta to I-85 to I-85/40 in NC to I-85 to Louisburg...
...and NO I did not cheat when I guessed Abilene...
...I got the email about 745 tonite.
...and NO I did not cheat when I guessed Abilene...
...I got the email about 745 tonite.
This is fun!
OK JT - If you get an email tonight that just happens to say "Shreveport, LA", it's just a coincidence! 
I had shared this with Gail... but what an experience to travel across the country with your child.... something you both would always remember. Like the trip Luvbb refers to above when her two oldest traveled across country... a rare opportunity to spend a lot of time talking and laughing with a loved one. We should probably all do it at least once.
I had shared this with Gail... but what an experience to travel across the country with your child.... something you both would always remember. Like the trip Luvbb refers to above when her two oldest traveled across country... a rare opportunity to spend a lot of time talking and laughing with a loved one. We should probably all do it at least once.
I'm expecting a note that says JACKSON, MS. That will put them within 5-6 hours of Atlanta for Saturday. Of course, with all the rain and storms they may hit today, Shreveport might be a good idea, too (BTW, Shreveport was my ORIGINAL projetion when I sent her a sample itenerary).
JT - tell them to wave alot when they drive through the Dallas area. There alot of HSBB members here.
BTW - it just started raining at my house at 7:30 but hopefully it will not affect the drive. The only problem will probably be between Abilene and Dallas. there are a couple of spots where I-20 changes to 1 lane due to construction.
BTW - it just started raining at my house at 7:30 but hopefully it will not affect the drive. The only problem will probably be between Abilene and Dallas. there are a couple of spots where I-20 changes to 1 lane due to construction.
quote:Originally posted by JT:
I'm expecting a note that says JACKSON, MS.
Good guess
lafmom ...
Please don't tell my husband ... he thinks my silence is golden when we travel.
JT ...
If my kid gets to head straight to Mobile from Tucson this spring (we hope we hope we hope), can I have him contact you for driving recommendations? Looks like you have an awfully good handle on this cross-country thing.
quote:a rare opportunity to spend a lot of time talking and laughing with a loved one. We should probably all do it at least once.
Please don't tell my husband ... he thinks my silence is golden when we travel.
JT ...
If my kid gets to head straight to Mobile from Tucson this spring (we hope we hope we hope), can I have him contact you for driving recommendations? Looks like you have an awfully good handle on this cross-country thing.
quote:Originally posted by FutureBack.Mom:
JT ...
If my kid gets to head straight to Mobile from Tucson this spring (we hope we hope we hope), can I have him contact you for driving recommendations? Looks like you have an awfully good handle on this cross-country thing.
I agree FBM!!! Forget Mapquest.... we've got JT!
Ah, shucks, ladies.... 
1015 PM (EST) and no word. We can only assume that they are "somewhere." They should make Atlanta sometime on Saturday--I'll go out on a limb and say 3:37 PM.
Well, JT... I'll go with a little later... I'll say 6:04 PM.
Tomorrow is Gail's birthday too... so happy travels and happy birthday!
Tomorrow is Gail's birthday too... so happy travels and happy birthday!
Well....I'm hoping this works......so far I can't work out how to send emails from a hotel internet system.....hoping I don't flunk hsbaseballweb posting!
Tonight we are in Vicksburg, MS......the first right after we crossed the Mississippi River.....took us to a LaQuinta....after a very long day of driving.....we gratefully fell into the room.....the animals too..... Demon the cat has worked out how to get through the grate and now travels on the floor, beneath my feet....for mile after mile.....9 hours in all today.....Lucky, the dog, is still trying to work it out but in the meantime....I'm becoming more convinced that cats are indeed smarter than dogs.....
It took us longer today because of the rain in Texas.....in some areas it was torrential....minimal visability.....very slow driving....but we are happy we went the southern route....it would have been worse going north....to our Texas posters......from what we could see on the 20....and even with construction....you sure do have a big, wide open, and from what we could see....a beautiful state.....Louisiana posters.......we went through it too fast to take much in....except did see some Little League fields...so....you have our vote too......
....we are hoping to be in Atlanta tomorrow....a few days rest before we head up to our new home....North Carolina.....yes!
....my son told me this afternoon that he can see a difference in me the closer we get to the east coast...and I think he is right....after 25 years I'm going home....not New England....but close enough!!!
Traveling with my son has been a wonderful experience....except when it comes to choice of music....I do believe we reached a truce today....when he put on another hard rock cd....I put on a ski cap and proceeded to stick all the paper napkins and tissues I could find up under the sides....to cover my ears.....I then began poising for all passing vehicles....it worked......probably helped by the stares we were getting....20 year olds can be very self conscious...........tomorrow Atlanta......thank you for this thread.....I've enjoyed reading it tonight....and nominate JT for hsbaseballweb navigator of the year award.....
I hope that all our family members travelling this holiday season have a safe trip.....
Tonight we are in Vicksburg, MS......the first right after we crossed the Mississippi River.....took us to a LaQuinta....after a very long day of driving.....we gratefully fell into the room.....the animals too..... Demon the cat has worked out how to get through the grate and now travels on the floor, beneath my feet....for mile after mile.....9 hours in all today.....Lucky, the dog, is still trying to work it out but in the meantime....I'm becoming more convinced that cats are indeed smarter than dogs.....
It took us longer today because of the rain in Texas.....in some areas it was torrential....minimal visability.....very slow driving....but we are happy we went the southern route....it would have been worse going north....to our Texas posters......from what we could see on the 20....and even with construction....you sure do have a big, wide open, and from what we could see....a beautiful state.....Louisiana posters.......we went through it too fast to take much in....except did see some Little League fields...so....you have our vote too......
....we are hoping to be in Atlanta tomorrow....a few days rest before we head up to our new home....North Carolina.....yes!
....my son told me this afternoon that he can see a difference in me the closer we get to the east coast...and I think he is right....after 25 years I'm going home....not New England....but close enough!!!
Traveling with my son has been a wonderful experience....except when it comes to choice of music....I do believe we reached a truce today....when he put on another hard rock cd....I put on a ski cap and proceeded to stick all the paper napkins and tissues I could find up under the sides....to cover my ears.....I then began poising for all passing vehicles....it worked......probably helped by the stares we were getting....20 year olds can be very self conscious...........tomorrow Atlanta......thank you for this thread.....I've enjoyed reading it tonight....and nominate JT for hsbaseballweb navigator of the year award.....
I hope that all our family members travelling this holiday season have a safe trip.....
Gail ...
God bless the rest of your journey and your new home. Have a wonderful birthday and a safe New Year's celebration ... a new home in the new year. Does it get any better than that?
Mary Ann
God bless the rest of your journey and your new home. Have a wonderful birthday and a safe New Year's celebration ... a new home in the new year. Does it get any better than that?
Mary Ann
Great to hear from you. After your long days, today should not be quite so bad. Best of luck to you the rest of the way. I bet it has been a blast traveling with Brian--especially not more than you got to see him off away at college...
...Only 425 miles and a shade over 6 hours to go!
...Only 425 miles and a shade over 6 hours to go!
Great to hear from ya Gail! Glad the journey has gone well so far and may you continue with blessings on the final days. Enjoy seeing family and the pearl wearing red headed southern gal too! Have a Happy Birthday and easy drivin'!
Have a Happy Birthday and easy drivin'!quote:Originally posted by LadyNmom:
Tonight we are in Vicksburg, MS......the first right after we crossed the Mississippi River.....took us to a LaQuinta........
Man I nailed that one!!!
Beez:
Youmissed it by miles sure did nail it Beez!
You
I got an email from Tom--and they MADE IT.
I bet "home" never felt sooooo good!!
Are they there yet?? Huh huh??? Are they there yet??? How much loooonger???? Are they there yet???? 
JT,....I second your nomination!!!
Glad everyone is safe and sound!!!!
JT,....I second your nomination!!!
Glad everyone is safe and sound!!!!
I gotta gooooooo.
YOU JUST "WENT."
Well, I gotta go AGAIN!!!!!
YOU JUST "WENT."
Well, I gotta go AGAIN!!!!!
Her: "He's touching me."
Him: "Am not!"
Her: "Are too."
Him: "Am not!"
Her: "Mmmmmmooooooooooommmmmmmmmmmmm !!! Make him stop."
Aw, the joy of cross-country travel with kids in the car ... oh wait, different scenario, right?
Glad to know that Gail and Brian are safe and sound on the east coast. We will miss having them here on the Left Coast but I completely understand the desires of Gail's heart in this matter. Oft times I wish I could return to my eastern roots as well. Even though I know she is a bit farther south than where she grew up, nevertheless there is more commonality between the northeast, the mid-atlantic, and the southeast than between the east coast and the west coast.
Enjoy your new year, Gail.
Him: "Am not!"
Her: "Are too."
Him: "Am not!"
Her: "Mmmmmmooooooooooommmmmmmmmmmmm !!! Make him stop."
Aw, the joy of cross-country travel with kids in the car ... oh wait, different scenario, right?
Glad to know that Gail and Brian are safe and sound on the east coast. We will miss having them here on the Left Coast but I completely understand the desires of Gail's heart in this matter. Oft times I wish I could return to my eastern roots as well. Even though I know she is a bit farther south than where she grew up, nevertheless there is more commonality between the northeast, the mid-atlantic, and the southeast than between the east coast and the west coast.
Enjoy your new year, Gail.
LadyNMom
OK my DOG read your post and is very offended.
He think's that maybe you just don't understand his kind.
And would rather be with a Smelly Cat, then a to be with a Loyal and of coarse MAN'S best Freind.LOL
EH
quote:I'm becoming more convinced that cats are indeed smarter than dogs.....
OK my DOG read your post and is very offended.
He think's that maybe you just don't understand his kind.
And would rather be with a Smelly Cat, then a to be with a Loyal and of coarse MAN'S best Freind.LOL
EH
quote:Originally posted by gotwood4sale:
Beez:
Youmissed it by milessure did nail it Beez!
Psssst - Woodrow, I edited my original post but nobody seemed to notice (except you) so don't tell anybody, ok?