Flight delayed!

First off, I figured out how to add pictures. I added a couple to previous posts to test it out. If you click on the picture you can see it in original size, evidently.

So, here it is the 11th and I was hoping to be on the road today.

Hit a snag with the trailer this time. I had to do more McGyvering and make several trips to the lumber store AND the hardware store. Got the problem solved and just need to rig up some tie down points on the bed of the trailer.

One great thing I've learned from this adventure so far is...I can still do stuff.

I've been sitting around wishing I could build stuff for the yard and do things inside the house, but my back is pretty much constantly in pain. So I've been putting it all off and hiring out any jobs that need doin'.

What I've discovered is, I was still thinking like the young carpenter's helper that I was 30 years ago. Everything had to be done fast and there was no fooling around back then. I still had that mindset but I just can't do that anymore.

I've found I can still accomplish things if I just take it slow and easy. I use leverage and dollies to move stuff around. I take breaks every chance I get. I measure 3 times, take a nap and then cut once.
It's slow but I'm actually doing it myself. Feels pretty good!

I'm starting to think of projects around the Rancho that I've wanted to do but have been putting off. When I get back I think I'll start on them.

But first I have this trip to get moving on.

I talked to Richard in Kansas and told him I was delayed and it turns out he'll be at home between the 23rd and the 1st. That gives me more time to deliver the bike and lets off the pressure. Plus I'll be able to take my time on my way to Kansas...which IS the reason I'm on this trip.

You can't find good pie if you jam down the Interstate with your eye on the clock.

...more follows...