This trip has been a dream of mine for many years. Cassie, being the great gal that she is, decided to support and join me in this dream. Originally, our grand plan was to complete this trip the summer we graduated high school. Slight problems such as no money, bills, part-time jobs, and college got in the way. So now, eight years and two full-time careers later, the adventure can take place.
Many people are skeptical about this trip given the poor economy and horrid gas prices. There is also the disastrous weather with which to contend. Despite the reality of such obstacles, Cassie and I know that there will never be another time better to take such a radical journey. In an age where everything is about the destination and getting there faster, Cassie and I are desperate for the memories and stories that can be made during the journey itself. Sure we are stopping along the way to enjoy some of America's great destinations, but we are not staying long!
Our trip is schedule for 12 days but we have up to 17 in case of unforseen emergencies. Our itinerary is (roughly) as follows:
- The Grand Canyon, AZ
- Oklahoma City, OK
- St. Louis, MO*
- Indianapolis, IN*
- Washington, D.C.
- Philadelphia, PA
- New York City, NY
- Niagara Falls, NY
- Chicago, IL
- Mount Rushmore Memorial, SD
- Yellowstone National Park, WY
- Salt Lake City, UT
- HOME!
As you can see, we have undertaken quite a lot on this trip. Too many people put off their dreams both big and small because of a multitude of reasons. We have been blessed to have the time to make our dream a reality. Won't you join us?
"Go confidently in the direction of your dreams. Live the life you have imagined." - Henry David Thoreau
You guys have to let me know when you are in salt lake city! I'm 35 minutes south in Orem! Would love to meet up with you two lovely ladies! And. Not sure what sleeping accommodations are, but you are welcome at our place! Email me and we can exchange phone numbers and such! ranaezaunerATgmailDOTcom
ReplyDeleteOklahoma city is only like 3.5 hrs away from me! Let me know when you're gonna be in the area. I'd love to see both of you. Email me at dyanna@jtszone.com so we can exchange numbers... if ya'll want to a detour to TX you guys are more than welcome to crash on my couch if you need a place to stay.
ReplyDeleteHey ladies! We would OF COURSE love to see you. Dyanna, as long as our internet holds up, we will try to get in touch soon. Ranae, can you send us your email? So glad to have you following along!
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