Sunday, September 25, 2011

Almost Out of Texas


Carol again (David promises he'll post soon): Yesterday and this morning I said goodbye to my grandparents, sister, nephews, brother-in-law, and parents. This has been the hardest of all for me - moving so far away from my family. Luckily I travel a lot so you can bet I'll be scheduling more workshops in TX in the future!

Above is where we camped in Harper, next to my parents' shop. At night we realized it was tilted a little to one side. I almost fell off the bed a few times.


Today we drove West through Texas all day, and finally stopped just before El Paso, completely exhausted. Who ever knew sitting would be so much work! I drove the little car behind the camper on a highway where even though the speed limit was 80! we had to go about 65 for the sake of the camper. Above is us parked at a little rest stop in the desolate West Texas landscape. We passed a gazzilion dead trees, cinching our concept of Texas as a tinderbox.


And here's Jacob, not fazed a bit by us moving halfway across the country, showing off some moves. So you know, you HAVE to make that face to do the move right.

19 comments:

  1. Happy Trails ya'll. I bet it'll be really green in Oregon, :) .

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  2. Prayers for a safe trip and happy days ahead in your new home!
    Flora Giddens

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  3. I am a quiet but faithful follower of your blog. So sorry for your loss, but what an adventure you have ahead! I love the Northwest, too and have never seen Oregon, but love Vancouver, Canada.

    Good luck to you!

    Allison

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  4. Good luck, Carol; I'm sad that you are leaving us, but look forward to seeing you in March in New Braunfels. Also looking forward to seeing Oregon through your eyes!

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  5. Yes, Carol - never been to Oregon - I want to see what YOU love there! Safe journey!

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  6. Love to you and your family Carol. Here's to a wonderful new start in your new homeland. Good fortune awaits, I'm sure!

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  7. Drive safe and enjoy the journey. Can't wait to see all the faces!

    Best wishes,

    Shawn

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  8. Go Carol! You will love Eugene. Been there and nearly moved there myself many years ago. Excellent choice!

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  9. Happy travels to your new home in Oregon!
    Best Wishes
    Kim

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  10. All the best to you on your move....so happy you are following your dream...you all are in my thoughts and prayers. Xoxox

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  11. you are an inspiration, Carol Marine. You are much loved.

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  12. Bon voyage and happy new home in Eugene. The photo of Jacob already looks like one of your paintings.

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  13. I agree with Brenda - I think Jacob's crazy mug should be the first painting in the new series!
    Good luck in Oregon!

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  14. Best of luck on your new life in Oregon. Your resiliency in the face of disaster is remarkable and I am sure that the future holds wonderful things for you all.

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  15. Best of Luck Carol! I lived in Austin for 3 years and moved back to British Columbia (mountains, rain and cool weather) 2 years ago...I loved the people in Texas but not the heat. I can relate to the moving part (not the fire) and kids are so flexible! I learned alot from mine during our moves...glad you'll be closer...I'm signing up for a Canadian workshop of yours!

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  16. We have never met but I am a fan. And I live in OREGON. I think you will like it. A little bit of funkiness blended with good fancy stuff like decent coffee and slightly soggy artists. I welcome you to Oregon and hope to meet you some day. I love your brushstrokes.

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  17. Have a safe trip to your new home in Oregon.

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  18. bon voyage, have a good journey to your new home.

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