I've put almost everything in the car and tested the loading of the top rack. Liam is concerned that someone will steal our stuff if we leave it on top of the car for a couple of days. He's had quite a few thefts here, but nothing has disappeared since I moved in. I wonder why that is? I have a fairy garden out front and some other things, maybe "they've" noticed I'm home a lot.
Anyway, I really like how my wool pants tuned out, and we're looking forward to exploring Nevada and Utah. I'll take photos and post upon my return. We don't expect to be able to blog on the road this time.
Happy Trails!
--Sinéad

Well it's almost time to leave. I finished the duffle bags and a knitted vest this week. My wool pants are progressing nicely. I caught a cold that only slowed me down a little, but really messed up my sleep. I've decided to take both the dragon and Alysium. They look so cute together and she already has her bags packed and ready to go.

It's getting closer to departure time and as the weather gets colder I'm wondering if we're truly prepared. And what do we really expect to accomplish on this outing. We gave up on the truck when we realized there was no way to get everything done and have any money/time to go. I need more time away than we will be able to spend, but a little is better than none. I have the car and tent curtains made, water containers retrieved, toilet checked for leaks, and some warmer clothes made. I still need to make a few more and duffle bags to pack them in, as well.

I want to take along a friend to photograph, but I can't decide on who to take. Maybe I should take the truck's dragon or a Puki. I have Alysium, who is PukiFee size. Maybe I'll take them both.

The weather has well and truly changed. Goodbye summer!


Hello Winter!