Well it happened. The big America roadtrip.
2 Countries, 2 Provinces, 9 States. Thousands of miles, hundred of dollars, Dr.
Pepper, Red bull, snacks and countless bathroom breaks and tanks of gas.
It all started August 11th. This
was the day I was to leave Canada. My home for the past 11 years. It started
off with saying goodbye to one of my best friends Ben that morning. He stopped
by on his way to work. We both tried to not cry and pretend like I wasn’t
actually leaving but in the end I had to kick him out otherwise I would have
broken down. Ben has always been a rock for me. Been there when others haven’t.
What the heck am I gonna do in Virginia without him? Following that I met up with my bestie Ashley
and we had a glorious goodbye brunch at Cora’s and got an oil change (gotta
pamper the car if he’s to make it across a whole country). Then that was it. We
both tired not cry and kept saying “see you later” but it still sucked. I did a
quick stop back at my parent’s house making sure I hadn’t forgotten anything (I
had, and even now there a few more thing I wish I’d have grabbed) and that was
it. 12:30 hit and that was it. Me and my trustie car ARTIE were on the road.
Bound for Sandpoint Idaho. We had a long 7 hours of driving ahead of us and
doing it alone sucked. However it did give me time for that glorious Broadway
debut I plan on making someday. Believe me, I’m sure if anyone was driving next
to me they would have laughed at the sight of me. Singing at the top of my
lungs with livewires in my hand a guzzling red bull down my throat to stay
awake. The drive was absolutely glorious and British Columbia has to be one of
the prettiest provinces Canada has to offer. 5 hours into the drive I made it
to eh U.S.A boarder. Now for those that have ever known boarder and me it never
is simple. They always want something from me I don’t have (that I never know
about) , or claim I was previously living in the states illegally (never
happened!) Usually it ends up in multiple questions, pictures, prints and a car
search before they realize this 5ft ginger British girl is not a terrorist and
just wishes to visit their country. Well, this my friends was the first time I
had ZERO problems. The sweet old man ushered me through, had me park my car, I
went in with my documents for school (yes I had them all- visa in hand!) and
then they wished me the best of luck. In fact upon walking back to my car a
sweet older patrol lady came out to speak to me. At first I thought (crap! I
messed up something…now what) but instead she just wanted to ask where I was
going and what I was studying. Then gave me weather advice and such on Virginia
and again-wished me the best of luck. It really couldn’t of gone smoother. Shocking right? So I continued on and finally
made it to Sandpoint, Idaho. There I spent a week with my family boating,
eating, playing games-even taught people the famous cup game and song, yeh you
know the kind. I also somehow got food poisoning and spent an entire day just
trying to make it to the bathroom in time. It sucked. Nothing worse than
getting sick on holiday. In lighter news, we went to the Silverwood theme park
and spent the day on the rides, turning our stomaches in and out, eating
carnival food which is possible the most delicious food on the planet- all that
sugar J . At one point on the holiday there was a massive storm and the
power went out. Now imagine 26 people, in 2 cabins, no power, no running
water…..it made for an interesting evening, filled with ghost stories and
games.
I ended up leaving earlier than everyone else a I had to be in Utah (Which is 12 hour drive from Sandpoint) on the Saturday the 16th of August. I received a blessing from my Father that morning which I was truly grateful for. And then boom, said my goodbyes and I was gone. I must admit I wish I’d have taken a picture. It was so nice to see all my family on the porch waving goodbye to me. It wasn’t until I was a little way down the road that I could finally pull over and take it all in. I was trying to hard to not cry before I left (which if you know me at all, realize that I really suck at crying and yes some tears shed) but I just had to let it all go once I was out of plain view. As much as there are day when I just can’t stand them (we ALL have days like that) I really do love them. They are my best friends. Knowing that I was off to live in a state I had never been to, in another country, where I knew no one- it was pretty scary and that’s when it finally hit me. I hope they know just how much I love them, even when I don’t always express it.
The drive as you can imagine was boring. Thank goodness for IPods. It got me through the drive. Because of where I was in Idaho to get to Utah made me have to go back through Montana, then back into Idaho, then into Utah. It was a long long long drive and when I finally made it to Salt Lake City I was on top of the world. I met up near Temple Square to see my darling friends Jessica and Dixon. In fact when I did see them I raced over to them yelling “My Friends! My friends!!!” How WONDERFUL to be reunited with these two!!! We went to Sonic Burger that evening (one of my favorite burger places) and talked, laughed, sang Pokémon songs to the staff, and just caught up. It was such a joy.
The following morning I was greeted by pancakes and bacon-perfection. Went to church with Jessica and funnily enough saw some people I knew randomly at her YSA ward. That evening I met back up with Dixon and did one of the most fun things I did all summer. WE WENT ROCK CLIMBING!!! Now I have a HUGE fear of heights and this was something I NEVER expected to have done. Dixon was very sweet and patient with me and showed me what to do, let me practice before making the actual climb and then he showed me what to do, by him going up. I had to belay him all by myself, my first time. Thankfully there was a group of experienced rock climbers next to us who were just so kind and generous. They helped me throughout the whole thing and helped boost my confidence. It was extremely nerve racking knowing that if I messed up he would fall. But thankfully he lived to tell the tale J.
Then it was my turn. I raced up the wall like a freaking spider monkey. Pulling up my body wasn’t exactly the easiest and the whole finding footing when it looks like there isn’t any was nerve wracking but hey I did it. The group that was by us all came to see what I was doing. They said they LOVE seeing a first time rock climber go for their first time. Everyone was so patient with me and helping me find my footing. Once I was at the top I made sure I took a good long look. That view was insane. SO so beautiful being up at the top. It wasn’t until I was foolish and looked down that I freaked out. I instantly clutched the wall and just wanted to cry! I WAS SO HIGH UP!!!! They all kept yelling at me to lean back and put my bum down. DOWN ON WHAT?!?!?!?! Letting go was one of the scariest moments of my life. I know that sounds silly, and I knew that I was safe and that Dixon knew what he was doing. But it was very nerve wracking no matter what. However I did it. One I reached the bottom I was greeted with cheering and that adrenaline high was amazing!! I was jumping up and down, screaming for joy and hugging people. I DID IT!!!!! I tell ya, that high was amazing! I don’t understand why people do drugs, heck if you want a high, go repel down the side of a mountain. That will give you a great high! I was so excited that I turned around and climbed right back up! Honestly, THANK YOU DIXON for and AMAZING experience and helping me prove to myself that I can overcome fears! That evening I got to go over to Jessica’s sisters house and play some games with her family and friends and just all in all it was a great time. The game “bang” is probably one of the funniest games and I am so excited to play that game again. Jessica’s family is pretty funny and so welcoming. Something I really appreciated.
The following morning was it. Jessica and me packed up Artie (my car) again, this time the Tetris game of fitting everything in was a little more difficult because we had extra stuff but we managed to do it! We started the drive and grabbed a bite to eat at Café Rio- because that place is amazing and filled up. Our first part of the trip was stopping Colorado City, Utah. This is where legit polygamists live. I have watched many documentaries on this place. One of the biggest things I learned was that once a vehicle they don’t recognize enters their community they will follow it. Typically in a white truck. Well folks- that happened. The minute we entered we realized that we were being followed…coincidence? I think not. AS we drove around we saw countless vehicles with either parents driving with children on their laps, 20 young boys in the bed of a pickup truck, multiple children jammed into a car. A big question I had was “how the heck are these people not getting arrested” they are clearly in violation of some pretty big traffic laws, and if I can get a speeding ticket they surely can get a ticket for driving with a baby on their lap! NOT SAFE!!! They were all dressed in very dated clothing. It was almost like going back in time for sure. As we were leaving the community we passed by a truck that had 2 young boys in it. The drive couldn’t have been more than 10 years old. 10!!! What the heck people!!! I dropped my mouth I amazement and the driver saw, and made fun of me back, opening his mouth up really wide and mocking me. Normally I am not a fan of being mocked but this was just hilarious. It gave me a right chuckle and on our way we went.
That drive was nothing short of crazy weather. We literally drove through a raging storm. The rain was piling down on us so hard and the lightning was directly over us. It was very scary. Yet we both knew we were safe and that it would pass. Which it did.
Our next stop was so grand. That’s right people. We hit up “The Grand Canyon” the weather was still pretty crummy but for the few minute we were there the sun came out, the sky cleared up and my friends my eyes beheld one of the grand treasures this planet has. It was seriously stunning. The rock formations, the colours, the incredible feeling of wonder and amazement. I felt so small but yet so significant at the same time. It reminded me of that primary song we sang all the time growing up “Whenever I hear the song of a bird, or look at the blue blue sky. Whenever I feel the rain on my face, or the wind as it rushes by. Whenever I touch, a velvet rose, or walk by a lilac tree. I’m glad that I live in this beautiful world Heavenly Father created for me.” Oh man he must have loved us a lot to give us that beautiful Canyon. The parting of the clouds was a nice little reminder of that love and kind of of a ”hey, this is my gift for you”. Although we didn’t stay long, it is defiantly a place I would love to revisit, maybe next time hike it though. Really, go see it.
When we finally make it to Jessica’s friends house sleep was all we could think of. We managed to get in a great nice rest and their hospitality was much appreciated. Their house was HUGE and probably one of the nicest places I have ever stayed in. They were such lovely people and the “Mormon coffee” they gave us that morning was incredible. I have to get me some of that stuff imported from Germany. Talk about a morning pick-me-up!
As we left we swung by the Gilbert Arizona Temple. It was stunning. My goal in life is to see as many temples as I can and the fact that we got to see not only the Gilbert Temple but then we drove and saw the Mesa Temple was a joyous thing. Arizona- you are so lucky to have such beautiful temples in your state. Seriously, gorgeous.
I ended up leaving earlier than everyone else a I had to be in Utah (Which is 12 hour drive from Sandpoint) on the Saturday the 16th of August. I received a blessing from my Father that morning which I was truly grateful for. And then boom, said my goodbyes and I was gone. I must admit I wish I’d have taken a picture. It was so nice to see all my family on the porch waving goodbye to me. It wasn’t until I was a little way down the road that I could finally pull over and take it all in. I was trying to hard to not cry before I left (which if you know me at all, realize that I really suck at crying and yes some tears shed) but I just had to let it all go once I was out of plain view. As much as there are day when I just can’t stand them (we ALL have days like that) I really do love them. They are my best friends. Knowing that I was off to live in a state I had never been to, in another country, where I knew no one- it was pretty scary and that’s when it finally hit me. I hope they know just how much I love them, even when I don’t always express it.
The drive as you can imagine was boring. Thank goodness for IPods. It got me through the drive. Because of where I was in Idaho to get to Utah made me have to go back through Montana, then back into Idaho, then into Utah. It was a long long long drive and when I finally made it to Salt Lake City I was on top of the world. I met up near Temple Square to see my darling friends Jessica and Dixon. In fact when I did see them I raced over to them yelling “My Friends! My friends!!!” How WONDERFUL to be reunited with these two!!! We went to Sonic Burger that evening (one of my favorite burger places) and talked, laughed, sang Pokémon songs to the staff, and just caught up. It was such a joy.
The following morning I was greeted by pancakes and bacon-perfection. Went to church with Jessica and funnily enough saw some people I knew randomly at her YSA ward. That evening I met back up with Dixon and did one of the most fun things I did all summer. WE WENT ROCK CLIMBING!!! Now I have a HUGE fear of heights and this was something I NEVER expected to have done. Dixon was very sweet and patient with me and showed me what to do, let me practice before making the actual climb and then he showed me what to do, by him going up. I had to belay him all by myself, my first time. Thankfully there was a group of experienced rock climbers next to us who were just so kind and generous. They helped me throughout the whole thing and helped boost my confidence. It was extremely nerve racking knowing that if I messed up he would fall. But thankfully he lived to tell the tale J.
Then it was my turn. I raced up the wall like a freaking spider monkey. Pulling up my body wasn’t exactly the easiest and the whole finding footing when it looks like there isn’t any was nerve wracking but hey I did it. The group that was by us all came to see what I was doing. They said they LOVE seeing a first time rock climber go for their first time. Everyone was so patient with me and helping me find my footing. Once I was at the top I made sure I took a good long look. That view was insane. SO so beautiful being up at the top. It wasn’t until I was foolish and looked down that I freaked out. I instantly clutched the wall and just wanted to cry! I WAS SO HIGH UP!!!! They all kept yelling at me to lean back and put my bum down. DOWN ON WHAT?!?!?!?! Letting go was one of the scariest moments of my life. I know that sounds silly, and I knew that I was safe and that Dixon knew what he was doing. But it was very nerve wracking no matter what. However I did it. One I reached the bottom I was greeted with cheering and that adrenaline high was amazing!! I was jumping up and down, screaming for joy and hugging people. I DID IT!!!!! I tell ya, that high was amazing! I don’t understand why people do drugs, heck if you want a high, go repel down the side of a mountain. That will give you a great high! I was so excited that I turned around and climbed right back up! Honestly, THANK YOU DIXON for and AMAZING experience and helping me prove to myself that I can overcome fears! That evening I got to go over to Jessica’s sisters house and play some games with her family and friends and just all in all it was a great time. The game “bang” is probably one of the funniest games and I am so excited to play that game again. Jessica’s family is pretty funny and so welcoming. Something I really appreciated.
The following morning was it. Jessica and me packed up Artie (my car) again, this time the Tetris game of fitting everything in was a little more difficult because we had extra stuff but we managed to do it! We started the drive and grabbed a bite to eat at Café Rio- because that place is amazing and filled up. Our first part of the trip was stopping Colorado City, Utah. This is where legit polygamists live. I have watched many documentaries on this place. One of the biggest things I learned was that once a vehicle they don’t recognize enters their community they will follow it. Typically in a white truck. Well folks- that happened. The minute we entered we realized that we were being followed…coincidence? I think not. AS we drove around we saw countless vehicles with either parents driving with children on their laps, 20 young boys in the bed of a pickup truck, multiple children jammed into a car. A big question I had was “how the heck are these people not getting arrested” they are clearly in violation of some pretty big traffic laws, and if I can get a speeding ticket they surely can get a ticket for driving with a baby on their lap! NOT SAFE!!! They were all dressed in very dated clothing. It was almost like going back in time for sure. As we were leaving the community we passed by a truck that had 2 young boys in it. The drive couldn’t have been more than 10 years old. 10!!! What the heck people!!! I dropped my mouth I amazement and the driver saw, and made fun of me back, opening his mouth up really wide and mocking me. Normally I am not a fan of being mocked but this was just hilarious. It gave me a right chuckle and on our way we went.
That drive was nothing short of crazy weather. We literally drove through a raging storm. The rain was piling down on us so hard and the lightning was directly over us. It was very scary. Yet we both knew we were safe and that it would pass. Which it did.
Our next stop was so grand. That’s right people. We hit up “The Grand Canyon” the weather was still pretty crummy but for the few minute we were there the sun came out, the sky cleared up and my friends my eyes beheld one of the grand treasures this planet has. It was seriously stunning. The rock formations, the colours, the incredible feeling of wonder and amazement. I felt so small but yet so significant at the same time. It reminded me of that primary song we sang all the time growing up “Whenever I hear the song of a bird, or look at the blue blue sky. Whenever I feel the rain on my face, or the wind as it rushes by. Whenever I touch, a velvet rose, or walk by a lilac tree. I’m glad that I live in this beautiful world Heavenly Father created for me.” Oh man he must have loved us a lot to give us that beautiful Canyon. The parting of the clouds was a nice little reminder of that love and kind of of a ”hey, this is my gift for you”. Although we didn’t stay long, it is defiantly a place I would love to revisit, maybe next time hike it though. Really, go see it.
When we finally make it to Jessica’s friends house sleep was all we could think of. We managed to get in a great nice rest and their hospitality was much appreciated. Their house was HUGE and probably one of the nicest places I have ever stayed in. They were such lovely people and the “Mormon coffee” they gave us that morning was incredible. I have to get me some of that stuff imported from Germany. Talk about a morning pick-me-up!
As we left we swung by the Gilbert Arizona Temple. It was stunning. My goal in life is to see as many temples as I can and the fact that we got to see not only the Gilbert Temple but then we drove and saw the Mesa Temple was a joyous thing. Arizona- you are so lucky to have such beautiful temples in your state. Seriously, gorgeous.
As we hit the road w managed to drive
through New Mexico. This is where I had some seriously yummy food. First off-
CRACKER BARREL! WHERE THE HECK HAS THIS PLACE BEEN ALL MY LIFE????? For real.
There is something so delicious about sweet potatoes and brown sugar. I had
country biscuits and corn bread. I told them I wanted the most southern things
they had, and that’s what they brought me, along with some lemonade of course.
It was so cute to walk about the little shop attached to the Cracker Barrel,
filled with random trinkets but I loved it. They were so kind to us and even
let us try some of their chocolate candy corn (I like to think my good looks
and charming personality won them over, but it probably was just the accent
throwing them off and they just wanted to hear me talk more haha)
Here’s the thing New Mexico…. you are gross. And I mean gross in the way that when we stayed in a hotel that night, there were SO many bugs (crickets, moths, stink bugs) outside it freaked the heck out of me. If you know me, you know I HATE bugs!!!! Thank goodness there weren’t any in our room!!! I would have LOST it!!!! But at nighttime, those suckers are everywhere! It didn’t help that it was a hot a hell I’m sure. I felt like I was constantly pinned up against the wall and would rush past them when I saw them. There was seriously no escaping them. Until the morning.
What a joy morning bought. We said peace out to New Mexico and hit up one of the states I have been dying to visit my entire life. HELLO TEXAS!!!! For real’s. I am IN LOVE with Texas and can’t wait to return!!! They have such pride for their state and the people were really friendly. We stayed with an old friend of mine (thanks so much Bill and Cathy!!) and really did make us feel like we were home. We hit up a TexMex restaurant that night and although it wasn’t nearly as joyous to my heart as Cracker Barrel was, it was still delicious. Dallas, Texas is a truly amazing city and from the lights, the sounds to the people and food I was truly happy to be there. Oh also, Texan BBQ. You are heaven. Pure heaven to my taste buds. Never had anything quite like it and oh boy I gotta get me some more of that delicious thing called a brisket. Your ribs were delicious and I couldn’t get myself enough of that sauce. Yum yum yum. Apparently we didn’t even eat at the greatest BBQ place. It was more of a chain that we ate at. Dickies-for those of you who know it, know that is delicious.
After saying goodbye to Dallas, which trust me was a sad moment we made it to Arkansas. We were welcomed by rocking chairs on the porches and a thick accent that was pretty tough to understand. In fact I couldn’t stop laughing at the people at the visitors centre and kept trying to not make fun of them, but it was tough!!! It was just SO thick!!! Sadly not much happened throughout Arkansas as there were no planned stops. Just driving. But it was still a blast. I really did love travelling with Jess. She always kept us laughing and when we weren’t sleeping (which, trust me, we were tired….sooo tired) we were catching up on each others lives, and there was a lot to share) We decided to make a music video to the song “Zero to Hero” from the Disney movie Hercules. It was a song that when we both first met we ended up singing throughout the whole week of EFY. You should definitely check it out sometime. It’s pretty funny if I do say so myself.
After driving through Arkansas, which felt like forever, make it to Tennessee. Hot Dang it love this place! We managed to make it to Nashville, which I swear is one of my new favorite places on the planet. Upon our trip planning I begged and begged to stop by “The Bluebird Café”. It’s a tiny little café where all the great country music artist and songwriters have performed. We arrived there late and didn’t realize just how packed it would be, but by some little miracle we managed to make it in for a show. This was my heaven. They artists all sat around in a circle and you sat in there right with them. They spoke to us and had us sing along sometimes. Afterwards we got to just mingle with them and ask them questions. It was pretty awesome to be able to sit in a place that so many of the greats started out. I just couldn’t stop smiling. It really was incredible. The Café itself has become super famous due to the show “Nashville”, which I highly recommend watching. Love me some Connie Britton and Hayden Panettiere. Many people there because of the show. I like to think I was there because I’ve been in love with that place since falling in love with country music J
We finished that show around 11, and knew that the next part of journey was probably going to be the worst. It was the last 7 hours of driving, but doing it through the night was going to be tough. Taking turns to snooze along the way was great, but if you’ve ever slept in a car I’m sure you can relate that it is not the most comfortable (I always wake up with a stupid neck ache or something) and the sleep usually makes you feel worse the rested. But I had to be at the school for auditions and an appointment early that morning. So we started the trek. Around 5am Jess woke me up by pulling over for the last state line-crossing picture and running through the rain and the mist to that last sign, I was SO excited!!! We had made it to Virginia!! Wahoo!!! It was really cold at 5am so after that final picture we jumped back into the car and headed for Buena Vista. Around 7:30am I awoke again to find out that Jess had pulled over in a parking lot to take a small snooze and found us somehow wrapped up awkwardly in the front of the car trying to get comfortable. Note, you can’t haha. Back on the road again and exhausted, we did it. We made it to Buena Vista. A lot of thoughts went through my mind upon arriving in this tiny town. I couldn’t believe how small it was!! It really is tiny, but so lovely! The school is stunning to view and to be in the Shenandoah valley it a true treat. It is really beautiful out here. The colours were incredible and moving into my new place was fun! Getting to this school, get to know people, and start planning out my next few years here is going to be another adventure for the books for sure.
Now to start planning my trip back at the end of the school year.... What States shall I drive through then?? 16/50 so far....
xoxo Stay Beautiful
Here’s the thing New Mexico…. you are gross. And I mean gross in the way that when we stayed in a hotel that night, there were SO many bugs (crickets, moths, stink bugs) outside it freaked the heck out of me. If you know me, you know I HATE bugs!!!! Thank goodness there weren’t any in our room!!! I would have LOST it!!!! But at nighttime, those suckers are everywhere! It didn’t help that it was a hot a hell I’m sure. I felt like I was constantly pinned up against the wall and would rush past them when I saw them. There was seriously no escaping them. Until the morning.
What a joy morning bought. We said peace out to New Mexico and hit up one of the states I have been dying to visit my entire life. HELLO TEXAS!!!! For real’s. I am IN LOVE with Texas and can’t wait to return!!! They have such pride for their state and the people were really friendly. We stayed with an old friend of mine (thanks so much Bill and Cathy!!) and really did make us feel like we were home. We hit up a TexMex restaurant that night and although it wasn’t nearly as joyous to my heart as Cracker Barrel was, it was still delicious. Dallas, Texas is a truly amazing city and from the lights, the sounds to the people and food I was truly happy to be there. Oh also, Texan BBQ. You are heaven. Pure heaven to my taste buds. Never had anything quite like it and oh boy I gotta get me some more of that delicious thing called a brisket. Your ribs were delicious and I couldn’t get myself enough of that sauce. Yum yum yum. Apparently we didn’t even eat at the greatest BBQ place. It was more of a chain that we ate at. Dickies-for those of you who know it, know that is delicious.
After saying goodbye to Dallas, which trust me was a sad moment we made it to Arkansas. We were welcomed by rocking chairs on the porches and a thick accent that was pretty tough to understand. In fact I couldn’t stop laughing at the people at the visitors centre and kept trying to not make fun of them, but it was tough!!! It was just SO thick!!! Sadly not much happened throughout Arkansas as there were no planned stops. Just driving. But it was still a blast. I really did love travelling with Jess. She always kept us laughing and when we weren’t sleeping (which, trust me, we were tired….sooo tired) we were catching up on each others lives, and there was a lot to share) We decided to make a music video to the song “Zero to Hero” from the Disney movie Hercules. It was a song that when we both first met we ended up singing throughout the whole week of EFY. You should definitely check it out sometime. It’s pretty funny if I do say so myself.
After driving through Arkansas, which felt like forever, make it to Tennessee. Hot Dang it love this place! We managed to make it to Nashville, which I swear is one of my new favorite places on the planet. Upon our trip planning I begged and begged to stop by “The Bluebird Café”. It’s a tiny little café where all the great country music artist and songwriters have performed. We arrived there late and didn’t realize just how packed it would be, but by some little miracle we managed to make it in for a show. This was my heaven. They artists all sat around in a circle and you sat in there right with them. They spoke to us and had us sing along sometimes. Afterwards we got to just mingle with them and ask them questions. It was pretty awesome to be able to sit in a place that so many of the greats started out. I just couldn’t stop smiling. It really was incredible. The Café itself has become super famous due to the show “Nashville”, which I highly recommend watching. Love me some Connie Britton and Hayden Panettiere. Many people there because of the show. I like to think I was there because I’ve been in love with that place since falling in love with country music J
We finished that show around 11, and knew that the next part of journey was probably going to be the worst. It was the last 7 hours of driving, but doing it through the night was going to be tough. Taking turns to snooze along the way was great, but if you’ve ever slept in a car I’m sure you can relate that it is not the most comfortable (I always wake up with a stupid neck ache or something) and the sleep usually makes you feel worse the rested. But I had to be at the school for auditions and an appointment early that morning. So we started the trek. Around 5am Jess woke me up by pulling over for the last state line-crossing picture and running through the rain and the mist to that last sign, I was SO excited!!! We had made it to Virginia!! Wahoo!!! It was really cold at 5am so after that final picture we jumped back into the car and headed for Buena Vista. Around 7:30am I awoke again to find out that Jess had pulled over in a parking lot to take a small snooze and found us somehow wrapped up awkwardly in the front of the car trying to get comfortable. Note, you can’t haha. Back on the road again and exhausted, we did it. We made it to Buena Vista. A lot of thoughts went through my mind upon arriving in this tiny town. I couldn’t believe how small it was!! It really is tiny, but so lovely! The school is stunning to view and to be in the Shenandoah valley it a true treat. It is really beautiful out here. The colours were incredible and moving into my new place was fun! Getting to this school, get to know people, and start planning out my next few years here is going to be another adventure for the books for sure.
Now to start planning my trip back at the end of the school year.... What States shall I drive through then?? 16/50 so far....
xoxo Stay Beautiful
Oh coras....I think about that often. Awesome road trip you had though!!!
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