Father's Day spent on a Mountain Peak!

For my Dad, who has always shown me new heights. To the man who has always said that traveling and seeing is just as important as education. To his phrase, "It's not the outcome, it's the process." Thanks for all you have done and dealt with in raising me. You are an inspiration and you continue to show me new things. Thanks for the hike today. Love ya tons Dad!

A Bike, a bike.

Need I say more?

The End of the Road

So the last miles placed us to about 3500 miles of driving, we entered six different states, and a different country. Have to say I loved the North West. But it is always nice to come home. Had a lot of fun seeing Erik in Mesquite. And I had a lot of fun with Georgia, even if we do travel differently. Well, here are last photos I will be putting up of this journey. Until the next.

Shannon lives in the middle of NO WHERE: Bakersfield, CA.

The memorable rolling hills of Cali.

Shannon in D.dot's hat.

The three crazy girls.

An awful photo of me, but I liked how happy Shannon looked with her favorite palm trees in the back.

Yep... These are the palm trees.

Well, we made it to Bakersfield. Nice to see the Sis in her environment for a change. California is california. This morning it had that familiar smell my mom likes to call one of heat. I on the other hand think it is something else, but I haven't put my finger on it yet. Tonight Mesquite. Keep your fingers crossed that I win some money with how much this trip has cost. Anyways, here are a few of the last photos of the trip. I'm sure I'll put more on tomorrow, as Georgia would say, "It seems you always have your camera." Over a thousand photos taken on this trip. And though I may force my friends to view them, I will do my best to keep it to a minimum.

California State Road 1

Had a nice long walk on the beach this morning. No sunrise, go figure. But I did wake up to see the shore with a few minutes of sunlight before the fog rolled in. Highlight was the many sea lions traveling with me on my path in the sand, the ocean attempting to eat my toes, and the sprint back to make it in time for the hotel check out. We took a beautiful tour of the California State Road 1 which travels the whole shore line. As Georgia put it, " I don't even feel like I'm on a road, more like an amusement park ride." I added, "Yeah... One that never ends." That being said, the highlights of the road were: The Avenue of the Giants, the spectacular California coast line, and then a spectacular sunset. Thanks has to go to Georgia for her patience every time I said, "Stop" and for her remarkable handling of the long twelve hour drive made today, all to make a friend happy. Made it to a hotel by midnight, San Rafael California is our location presently. Tomorrow lunch with one of Georgia's friends and then we are off to see the Sis. Hope she is ready for two very tired girls.

Goonies Rule!!!!

The whole reason Georgia and I left on this crazy trip is because we sat down to watch the classic movie--The Goonies. Sitting there I said, "I always wanted to that coast line." Georgia in turn said, "I've never taken a real road trip." And so we stood to meander our fingers across the map of the states I have in my room, and so began the planning. It seemed only fitting that we should travel to the locations the movie was filmed. So here are some photos of Astoria and Cannon Beach in Oregon. Another eight hours later and we are safe in a hotel in Gold Beach and I hope for a gorgeous sun rise tomorrow. Love to all!

On the Road Again...

Well, it's been a few days. Back in the states you get free wifi with a hotel, so I am making use of it. Two new blogs in one day, aren't you happy. Realized there are so many pictures I want to put on this blog, but space can't fit them all. Anyways, realized in my tired state of posting blogs late at night I made a few mistakes. First, in the blog pictures of bands, it is not Mark but MICHAEL FRANTI...I know there is more, but can't think of them now. Just left the town of Port Townsend Washington and loved it. Georgia and I are in Astoria Oregon at the moment (just saw the Goonies house :) that movie is the whole reason we are on this trip so thank you Steven Spielberg!). Had a beer at the ROGUE and now we are off to bed to wake to a new morning and a new town. Hope all is well with everyone of my friends in the many different lands you travel in each day.

Oh Canada

According to my dad, the most beautiful boarder crossing there is.

Oh, I loved the Gransville Ginger Ale :)

Bikes after beer. Is there a better feeling?

I'm on top of the world.....


I stayed outside the ferry the whole trip back,
Sunset with orange and pink rays.
Photos and Conversations with Eh!
Lights glisten in the darkness ahead
I wonder when I'll return
A fork in the water, a turn to the left
Land hoy my friends.

Canadian waters filled with orkas and sea lions
No dolphins today, maybe tomorrow
When I am on the road
Heading for the states again
Dusk breaking, evening taking over
And the quite hush of ocean water lapping the boats body

Where do I go from here? What can a girl do next?
Blog forgotten, photos taken and soon to be snapped.
Who will see them, who will notice?
As I continue on my journey.

One foot in front of the other I say.
My legs will find their way,
Across boarders, oceans, mountains, and parks
To new destinations, but never forgetting the old.

Photos of Bands

Cold War Kids

Tegan & Sara

Mark Franti & Spearhead

Death Cab for Cutie

The Cure

Festival Time

Festivals can be fun, but they can also make you tired. Be prepared to stand for at least ten of the twelve hours you are present. Take with you a big rain jacket in the case of bad weather. Bring bubbles to entertain others, and always dance to keep your energy and your spirits high. If possible stay up front until you can no longer breath (or you think you may pee your pants). Take a good friend along with you to enjoy the experience too. And be prepared to pay $9.00 for a shot and $12.00 for a beer. Keep enough energy flowing, in the case that you have an hour drive back to your hotel (I recommend a bit of chex-mix and a vitamin water). And bring plenty of water! No dehydration now. Finally, enjoy the music, the crowd, and the view.

Idaho, Oregon, and Washington in 1 day

Antiques anyone?

One of the coolest cemeteries ever!


Over 700 miles traveled, 350 driven of the 410 for the day, and a beautiful sunset to boot. But can I just inquire, why do I always raise one of my eyebrows when I take a photo? Points will be given to the most creative answer.

Had a long day of driving today, but Georgia and I made a few pit stops and saw a few sights. Had breakfast and a walk in Boise to begin, then traveled to the strange ghost town of Idaho City, back towards Boise and into Oregon. Ate Mexian food in La Grande Oregon and now we are in Yakima Washington for a bit of sleep. Highlights: Passed the 45th Parallel (same distance to the equator or the North Pole), an amazing rainbow after a down pour on the Oregon roads, the squirrels in Idaho, an amazing cemetery (Pioneer cemetery to be exact), and good company. Seeing as I drove, the over 400 miles today, the pictures are limited. More to come in the future.