Archive for Year One
DAY FOUR: Final Goodbyes
January 19, 2010 1 CommentAs I walked through Sugarland, I could feel the anxiety building. I knew that the point of no return lurked just on the other side. I went by to see my little 5 year old nephew Cory this evening for one last time in many months to come. I don’t know… I can’t really write ...
DAY TWO: End of Testing Phase
January 18, 2010 No Comments… although I did not know I was in a testing phase! Today was a beautiful day which afforded me the opportunity to try out more of my gear. I quickly realized what I still needed and called the day short. Today is my absolute last day to take care of technical and administrative tasks ...
I guess these first days were more like a tech dress rehearsal. But tomorrow there is no turning back. Sapphire
January 18, 2010 No Comments Year OneDay Four: Stafford to Richmond/Rosenberg
January 18, 2010 No CommentsGood morning everybody! I’m feeling great this morning… ready to hit the road. Let’s see what the day brings! Ciao, Ms. Fire
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Day Two: Frustrated or Angel?
January 16, 2010 1 CommentAs I posted earlier, frustration got the best of me this morning. However, as I started to meet and talk to people, I remembered what is at stake. People continue to stop me as I walk and ask why I am carrying a light in the daytime. “What’s the light for?” When I explain our ...
Day One Pics: Life is the sum of all your choices
January 16, 2010 No CommentsHere I am nearing my stopping point for the day – Houston Hobby Airport. Overall, I felt really good except for my left knee. I anticipated having some tightness occur because it bothers me from time to time. There was an 80% chance of rain all day, but I only experienced a few sprinkles here ...
Day One Pics: Rosa at KFC
January 16, 2010 No CommentsAlthough I used the day to primarily get an idea of my pacing and timing, I did meet Rosa, an employee at KFC, when I stopped for a water refill. I explained that I was walking to meet and celebrate families who are making it work and providing nurturing environments for their children. She paused ...