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Mono Lake

While all together unimpressive, the view over it was awesome!

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Lake Tahoe

We got up fairly early, after an excellent night in the 869 Park. Great bed, WiFi, quiet and green, maybe LEEDs certified, I haven’t been able to confirm, what more could we ask for? We started from South Tahoe to … Continue reading

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Sheltered Life!

We got a fairly late start in Monterey, hitting the road about 10. We stayed in the Monterey Hotel. It’s an older place with crooked hallways, crown molding and no elevator. We enjoyed the evening in a nice bed clean … Continue reading

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Day 1 – San Jose to Monterey – 358 miles

Our first day on the road was a success. After picking up the bike, we went back to the hotel to pack and hit the road. We quickly realized we didn’t have enough room! So a quick trip to Fedex … Continue reading

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Time of Great Journeys

Today, so soon after we began our journey together, we begin our cross country ride. Two cross country trips actually, We flew thru Phoenix to San Jose, CA where it’ll begin. The time difference has us up early and ready. … Continue reading

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More Maps!

Ah, more maps! We’ve really run into time constraints at this point. View Grand Canyon 2 in a larger map This should take us to the Hoover Dam, over the new bridge. We’ll then head north thru the Valley of … Continue reading

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Presenting Mr and Mrs Splinter!

Here they are, the new couple! Many thanks to the few friends and family in attendance.  It was just what we were looking for. Look closely and you’ll see the Padre had an iPad and I read my vows from … Continue reading

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First Six Days Mapped!

The first six days have us in Las Vegas.  Ten more days and too many states! As our route takes shape, the realization that we have so little time is sinking in.  This doesn’t really take from our excitement, just … Continue reading

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Honeymoon

Ah, yes, the Honeymoon.  Yes, this means I am approaching the alter again. Vix and I will Marry on September 10th around noon, 9/10/11 12:00.  Will that help us remember? We considered many paths to the Ceremony.  Some big hullabaloo … Continue reading

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Electric Distribution

Finally went with the PC-8!  Ordered it directly from EasternBeaver. I looked at the Centec and Fuzeblock Fz-1.  I didn’t really consider the Centec after review, but the Fz-1 was a close runner-up.  I only skipped on it because the … Continue reading

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