The Adventure Begins
My trip finally begins today. My things are in storage, my bags are packed, my car is repaired and I’m ready to hit the road.
I expect to be on the road for about a month. I may post if I’m inspired or I may give myself a vacation from all routines, problems and questions. I have not taken time off from my blog in over 4 years so it might be time to rest a bit. Regardless of whether I keep posting, know that I appreciate you very much. My blog is a tremendous source of joy, creation and connection. And you my precious readers are the reason. Thank you!
I’m feeling better about the trip and my ability to trust and flow more with life. And I’m excited to be seeing family. It’s been over 2 years since I was back east to see my mother and brother. I’ve planned the trip to arrive just before Mother’s Day so I can spend the day with my mom in person. I want to remind her how much I love and appreciate her. And I’ll be helping with the various house and yard projects that need to be done. I enjoy being of service to my mom. And mostly, I’m looking forward to spending time with family and friends.
And I may take some detours on the way back and have a little travel adventure. Nothing is planned right now, but I’m open to some adventure. I’d like to visit the ocean while I’m back east. I grew up going to the beach every summer and miss the beach now that I live in the middle of the country.
May all roads be filled with love and peace.
Best wishes, Brad. Your mom is a lucky lady and I am certain you’d say you’re a lucky son. 🙂 Enjoy your break if you decide to take one, meanwhile, we’ll be here for you. Hugs and blessings.
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Thanks Belinda. Yes, I’m a lucky guy for my family, friends and blogging community! 🙂
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Dear Brad, May your adventure be one of revelation and resurrection. May you experience fun and joy and the company of family and friends and strangers that will lift your spirit and provide new direction. Know you are thought of and blessed (bless-ed) for connecting and guiding so many other folks who share your passion for life. To life. . .John
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Safe travels Brad! 🙂
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Thanks Julie. Maybe a little fun too! 🙂
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Brad, enjoy your trip and vacation… so nice of you to think of your mum and be with her… I wrote my mum a poem once and gave it her for mothers day… about all the appreciation i have from growing up with her. Take care, love Barbara x
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That is a beautiful way to express your love Barbara. ❤ I might borrow your idea and write mom a poem.
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Godspeed, angel friend. I’ll be thinking of you! XO
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Thanks my fiery friend! XD
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Godspeed and know the Angels are with you each and every step of the way. ❤
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Thank you Annette. I appreciate you. 🙂
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Wish you all the best and be safe.
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Thanks Lee. I’m getting excited for the road trip.
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Have fun on your adventure 🙂 Glad I stumbled across your blog. I look forward to reading more 🙂
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Thanks for connecting Kasey. Enjoy your visit. 🙂
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Wishing you a great trip, Brad. Enjoy the expected and unexpected 😉 Love & blessings, Sam 🙂
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Thanks Sam. Good reminder to enjoy it all. 🙂
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Have a wonderful trip, Brad. Happy Mother’s Day to your mom! Take your time. Deo volente, we’ll all be here when you get back.
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Thanks Cynthia. I appreciate the reassurance. I’m reluctant to let go of the blogging and yet want a break. 🙂 Happy Mother’s Day to you!
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Many bloggers will understand exactly that dichotomy!
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🙂
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I wish you well dear Brad. Enjoy this time away and I pray that it brings clarity ad direction for you. Drive carefully! I’ll look forward to your return. Love and hugs, Natalie 🙂 ❤
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Thanks Natalie. I appreciate your prayers and care. I’m excited for a change of scenery and perspective. To more trust and flow. hugs!
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Good! I’m glad and hope for great things for you. Love you, N ❤
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Go wherever the wind blows you Brad…Spirit will be there to guide you as well….Most importantly, have fun!!!! VK 🙂
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Thanks VK. That’s the plan after visiting family in the Washington DC area. Have a little fun and wander! 🙂
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Have a wonderful time Brad! So happy for you! May every moment nurture your soul! I hope your days are filled with peace, love and laughter! Sending joy!
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Thanks for the great blessing
Stacy!
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That’s exciting, Brad! Have a wonderful and safe trip 🙂 Trust you will have a great time!
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Thanks Indah!
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I hope your journey has started off well! I wanted to come by yesterday and wish you well BEFORE you left. 🙂 Ah, well…work kept me away. 😛 In any case, I can’t wait to hear about your adventures and the places you’ll go! Have fun, friend! Safe travels and may you be bathed in white light!
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Thanks Cynthia. No worries, I’m well on my way. I drove the whole way across Tennessee yesterday and am headed up the Shenandoahs today.
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That’s awesome! Tennessee is a…long state. Kind of like North Carolina. When we drive to Colorado to visit family, we spend a huge part of our two-day drive in TN. Haha.
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I know. I might detour back through NC after my visit with family. I’m yearning for some beach time and I love the Smokies. 🙂
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Best to you Brad!!! Enjoy, relax and embrace the gifts of life!!
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Thanks Kurt. I’m enjoying my trip and family time so far!
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What a wonderful getaway, B. Being able to hug her son (and cook for him!) was the greatest gift she could ask for. =) Keep the joy and stay safe.
Xxx
Diana
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Absolutely Diana. The joy of being together and serving each other goes both ways. 🙂
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Let the road lead you 🙂 I hope you and your mom enjoyed Mother’s Day. The yard must be looking pretty good right about now…
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Thanks Annette. The road is mostly leading me to home and yard work! 🙂 And I’m happy to be a help to my mom. Yes, the yard is lush and starting to look good. Thanks for the encouragement.
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The sense of adventure in your words, and the sentence “my car is repaired and I’m ready to hit the road” makes me feel excited along with you. Nothing quite like heading out on an adventure, not quite sure what lies ahead and going to go do it anyway. A great sense of positive envy in me right now, and while I hope to hear from you along your journey, I think you have the right attitude of connecting if it feels right. What a tremendous Mother’s Day it must have been. Cheers to you Brad, all of us will leave a light on for you 🙂
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I love your perspective Randall. I feel more excited reading your words. So far the trip has been more focused on getting to mom’s and helping out. There might be some adventure on the way back.
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Focus on Mom and helping her out can actually be the best part of the adventure 🙂 There is something about the process of getting out, reconnecting with life…and being open to the opportunities that may come. Wishing you a great spring Brad and to hearing more about the adventures. Cheers!
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Great plan. Thanks Randall. 🙂
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i am hoping you are enjoying your travels May each day Brad be and new adventure.. 🙂 And so pleased that you are getting to spend time with your Mom… |Sendind you lots of love and throughts your way xxx
Hugs Sue x
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Thanks Sue. There might be some travel adventures later. Right now it’s time with family and helping mom with catching up on home & yard work.
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And I expect your Mom is delighted that she has you home again to lavish that attention upon her and her home.. I know she must be so proud of you xxx
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Yes Sue, Mom is enjoying the help and company.
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Hope you’re having a great trip, Brad! We’ll be here when you return to here all about it, so enjoy!!!
Peace
Michael
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Thanks Michael. It’s good to know you have my back! 🙂
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I’m catching up here with you Brad! So very happy that you’re making your way to be with your Mom and to be open to new adventures! We’re heading back to Asia to visit my parents. Dad had a mild stroke and we want to get back to see him as soon as possible. I hope your journey back home is all and more than you imagined it to be. You are such a good, kind soul and I am so grateful to know someone like you. Blessings, light and life! Sharon x
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Thanks for your kind words Sharon. You’ve added some joy to my day and trip. I’ve been enjoying the time and service with my mother. Prayers for your dad’s health and safe travels. Blessings, Brad
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I hope your time with your family filled you up with love and brought about some clarity for what is next! Wishing you nothing but the best!
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Yes Lisa. Family time was great. Still working on the clarity part! 🙂
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Aren’t we all!!!
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🙂
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