The morning I left for My Bloggy Little Roadtrip #G2NO (Friday, I think!) three out of four of the kids were off from school — my 16yo attends a specialized high school, they run on a slightly different schedule and no she was NOT happy about it — but, my son was still VERY upset.
"I had a dream that you died."
Grrrrrreat…best send off…EVUH…right?!?
"Is there something you're not telling us, Mom?"
Even if there was, it wouldn't matter, teenagers will make up their own stories.
"Like, do'ya have some sort of disease?"
See what I mean?
"An incurable flesh-eating disease or something?"
[eyes go wide]
"Aaaand, you're going away so we don't have to watch?"
A bit extreme, I know (even for a 13yo boy) still, I guess it's sort of difficult for the kids to understand, knowing how much I hate…Hate…HAte…HATe…HATE to drive in traffic (seriously, it's tour-chuh!)
So, why would I even consider driving 6 hours to go and visit with my friend Sue up in Cape Cod and, you know, NOT take them with me?
Because, my husband Garth (NHRN) made me do it (yes, I'm keeping him!) Although, he didn't have to try and convince me, all that hard, really.
Garth (NHRN) let me borrow his car (it's way nicer and cleaner than mine) I had the guys at the gas station fill up the gas tank (for the last time, before having to do it myself) and made sure my co-pilot, Tom Tom, was comfortable.
Aaaaand, I clocked about 100 miles before making my first pit stop in Connecticut and, judging by the size of the iced coffee I finished 50 miles back, I was AMAZED that my bladder made it THAT long.
Made a second pit stop in Mystic (also in Connecticut) and, having clocked nearly 200 miles at this point in my trip, I was AMAZED about my, you know, STILL being in Connecticut…DAMMIT!
I blew right through Rhode Island (sorry about that, I haven't had diet soda in a while) and made my third and FINAL pit stop in Dartmouth, MA. I was a little taken aback by all the "Residential Quiet Zone" signage insisting that drivers "BE RESPECTFUL" and then did what any self-respecting Jerseyite would, you know, do.
I blew the car's horn…YO!
What?!? I'd been on the road for nearly 4 hours and was feeling a little stabby. Perhaps if they had asked nicely, in lowercase, I would have found a way to restrain myself.
I made it to Cape Cod just in time for wine o'clock (WHOOT!) where Sue and I hugged (repeatedly) then sipped on a glass of crispy-sweet white wine, before heading down to one of her favorite spots, where I forgot ALL about how tired I was AND life was good.
UNTIL! We went out to dinner and I was coerced into being very, very bad…downright filthy, in fact…I blame the Red Nun!
Next up: Day 2 – Swimming Our Way Thru a Last-Minute Snowstorm and An Invitation to Sunday Suppah on Saturday.
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72 responses to “My Bloggy Little Roadtrip #G2NO: Day 1 – When Getting There is HALF the Fun”
Mystic PIZZA! I’ve been there! OK, now I am a bit jealous!!!
Mystic PIZZA! I’ve been there! OK, now I am a bit jealous!!!
Mystic PIZZA! I’ve been there! OK, now I am a bit jealous!!!
Mystic PIZZA! I’ve been there! OK, now I am a bit jealous!!!
Mystic PIZZA! I’ve been there! OK, now I am a bit jealous!!!
Mystic PIZZA! I’ve been there! OK, now I am a bit jealous!!!
Mystic PIZZA! I’ve been there! OK, now I am a bit jealous!!!
Mystic PIZZA! I’ve been there! OK, now I am a bit jealous!!!
What a great place, right?!? Also, one of my most favorite movies EVUH!!!
What a great place, right?!? Also, one of my most favorite movies EVUH!!!
What a great place, right?!? Also, one of my most favorite movies EVUH!!!
What a great place, right?!? Also, one of my most favorite movies EVUH!!!
What a great place, right?!? Also, one of my most favorite movies EVUH!!!
What a great place, right?!? Also, one of my most favorite movies EVUH!!!
What a great place, right?!? Also, one of my most favorite movies EVUH!!!
What a great place, right?!? Also, one of my most favorite movies EVUH!!!
We miss you so much, we can’t wait for you and the whole family to return! Or maybe I will have to make a 6 1/2 hour road trip by myself!!! I do like “the Boss”.
We miss you so much, we can’t wait for you and the whole family to return! Or maybe I will have to make a 6 1/2 hour road trip by myself!!! I do like “the Boss”.
We miss you so much, we can’t wait for you and the whole family to return! Or maybe I will have to make a 6 1/2 hour road trip by myself!!! I do like “the Boss”.
We miss you so much, we can’t wait for you and the whole family to return! Or maybe I will have to make a 6 1/2 hour road trip by myself!!! I do like “the Boss”.
We miss you so much, we can’t wait for you and the whole family to return! Or maybe I will have to make a 6 1/2 hour road trip by myself!!! I do like “the Boss”.
We miss you so much, we can’t wait for you and the whole family to return! Or maybe I will have to make a 6 1/2 hour road trip by myself!!! I do like “the Boss”.
We miss you so much, we can’t wait for you and the whole family to return! Or maybe I will have to make a 6 1/2 hour road trip by myself!!! I do like “the Boss”.
We miss you so much, we can’t wait for you and the whole family to return! Or maybe I will have to make a 6 1/2 hour road trip by myself!!! I do like “the Boss”.
Today was so boring but beautiful! No one stopped into visit. My, “the Boss” is sitting proudly on my table enjoying dinner with us. Don’t forget to soak your leaves in water and watch them root. Put a lobster in the water to help them grow. Loved having you for Sunday suppa on Saturday. Can’t wait for Chatper 2. Hugs
Today was so boring but beautiful! No one stopped into visit. My, “the Boss” is sitting proudly on my table enjoying dinner with us. Don’t forget to soak your leaves in water and watch them root. Put a lobster in the water to help them grow. Loved having you for Sunday suppa on Saturday. Can’t wait for Chatper 2. Hugs
Today was so boring but beautiful! No one stopped into visit. My, “the Boss” is sitting proudly on my table enjoying dinner with us. Don’t forget to soak your leaves in water and watch them root. Put a lobster in the water to help them grow. Loved having you for Sunday suppa on Saturday. Can’t wait for Chatper 2. Hugs
Today was so boring but beautiful! No one stopped into visit. My, “the Boss” is sitting proudly on my table enjoying dinner with us. Don’t forget to soak your leaves in water and watch them root. Put a lobster in the water to help them grow. Loved having you for Sunday suppa on Saturday. Can’t wait for Chatper 2. Hugs
Today was so boring but beautiful! No one stopped into visit. My, “the Boss” is sitting proudly on my table enjoying dinner with us. Don’t forget to soak your leaves in water and watch them root. Put a lobster in the water to help them grow. Loved having you for Sunday suppa on Saturday. Can’t wait for Chatper 2. Hugs
Today was so boring but beautiful! No one stopped into visit. My, “the Boss” is sitting proudly on my table enjoying dinner with us. Don’t forget to soak your leaves in water and watch them root. Put a lobster in the water to help them grow. Loved having you for Sunday suppa on Saturday. Can’t wait for Chatper 2. Hugs
Today was so boring but beautiful! No one stopped into visit. My, “the Boss” is sitting proudly on my table enjoying dinner with us. Don’t forget to soak your leaves in water and watch them root. Put a lobster in the water to help them grow. Loved having you for Sunday suppa on Saturday. Can’t wait for Chatper 2. Hugs
Today was so boring but beautiful! No one stopped into visit. My, “the Boss” is sitting proudly on my table enjoying dinner with us. Don’t forget to soak your leaves in water and watch them root. Put a lobster in the water to help them grow. Loved having you for Sunday suppa on Saturday. Can’t wait for Chatper 2. Hugs
Can’t wait to hear about the rest!
Can’t wait to hear about the rest!
Can’t wait to hear about the rest!
Can’t wait to hear about the rest!
Can’t wait to hear about the rest!
Can’t wait to hear about the rest!
Can’t wait to hear about the rest!
Can’t wait to hear about the rest!
6 1/2? I thought it was supposed to be “only” five. Anyway, I’m certain that the time you spent in Garth’s (NHRN) car was a distant memory once you got to spend time with Sue. I’m so glad you had fun! (not surprised, though!) 🙂 xo
6 1/2? I thought it was supposed to be “only” five. Anyway, I’m certain that the time you spent in Garth’s (NHRN) car was a distant memory once you got to spend time with Sue. I’m so glad you had fun! (not surprised, though!) 🙂 xo
6 1/2? I thought it was supposed to be “only” five. Anyway, I’m certain that the time you spent in Garth’s (NHRN) car was a distant memory once you got to spend time with Sue. I’m so glad you had fun! (not surprised, though!) 🙂 xo
6 1/2? I thought it was supposed to be “only” five. Anyway, I’m certain that the time you spent in Garth’s (NHRN) car was a distant memory once you got to spend time with Sue. I’m so glad you had fun! (not surprised, though!) 🙂 xo
6 1/2? I thought it was supposed to be “only” five. Anyway, I’m certain that the time you spent in Garth’s (NHRN) car was a distant memory once you got to spend time with Sue. I’m so glad you had fun! (not surprised, though!) 🙂 xo
6 1/2? I thought it was supposed to be “only” five. Anyway, I’m certain that the time you spent in Garth’s (NHRN) car was a distant memory once you got to spend time with Sue. I’m so glad you had fun! (not surprised, though!) 🙂 xo
6 1/2? I thought it was supposed to be “only” five. Anyway, I’m certain that the time you spent in Garth’s (NHRN) car was a distant memory once you got to spend time with Sue. I’m so glad you had fun! (not surprised, though!) 🙂 xo
6 1/2? I thought it was supposed to be “only” five. Anyway, I’m certain that the time you spent in Garth’s (NHRN) car was a distant memory once you got to spend time with Sue. I’m so glad you had fun! (not surprised, though!) 🙂 xo
Oh boy…can’t wait to hear what happened at the dirty Red Nun! Or who was dirty, or…never mind. Stopping myself now. 🙂
Oh boy…can’t wait to hear what happened at the dirty Red Nun! Or who was dirty, or…never mind. Stopping myself now. 🙂
Oh boy…can’t wait to hear what happened at the dirty Red Nun! Or who was dirty, or…never mind. Stopping myself now. 🙂
Oh boy…can’t wait to hear what happened at the dirty Red Nun! Or who was dirty, or…never mind. Stopping myself now. 🙂
Oh boy…can’t wait to hear what happened at the dirty Red Nun! Or who was dirty, or…never mind. Stopping myself now. 🙂
Oh boy…can’t wait to hear what happened at the dirty Red Nun! Or who was dirty, or…never mind. Stopping myself now. 🙂
Oh boy…can’t wait to hear what happened at the dirty Red Nun! Or who was dirty, or…never mind. Stopping myself now. 🙂
Oh boy…can’t wait to hear what happened at the dirty Red Nun! Or who was dirty, or…never mind. Stopping myself now. 🙂
I am laughing so hard that I have tears. I SO needed this today. You make me smile. I am so jealous you got to get hugs from Sue- she is one of THE BEST huggers I know 🙂
I am laughing so hard that I have tears. I SO needed this today. You make me smile. I am so jealous you got to get hugs from Sue- she is one of THE BEST huggers I know 🙂
I am laughing so hard that I have tears. I SO needed this today. You make me smile. I am so jealous you got to get hugs from Sue- she is one of THE BEST huggers I know 🙂
I am laughing so hard that I have tears. I SO needed this today. You make me smile. I am so jealous you got to get hugs from Sue- she is one of THE BEST huggers I know 🙂
I am laughing so hard that I have tears. I SO needed this today. You make me smile. I am so jealous you got to get hugs from Sue- she is one of THE BEST huggers I know 🙂
I am laughing so hard that I have tears. I SO needed this today. You make me smile. I am so jealous you got to get hugs from Sue- she is one of THE BEST huggers I know 🙂
I am laughing so hard that I have tears. I SO needed this today. You make me smile. I am so jealous you got to get hugs from Sue- she is one of THE BEST huggers I know 🙂
I am laughing so hard that I have tears. I SO needed this today. You make me smile. I am so jealous you got to get hugs from Sue- she is one of THE BEST huggers I know 🙂
What great start to your trip! I’m glad you got there safe and I can’t wait to read more!
P.S. Your kids are too funny.
What great start to your trip! I’m glad you got there safe and I can’t wait to read more!
P.S. Your kids are too funny.
What great start to your trip! I’m glad you got there safe and I can’t wait to read more!
P.S. Your kids are too funny.
What great start to your trip! I’m glad you got there safe and I can’t wait to read more!
P.S. Your kids are too funny.
What great start to your trip! I’m glad you got there safe and I can’t wait to read more!
P.S. Your kids are too funny.
What great start to your trip! I’m glad you got there safe and I can’t wait to read more!
P.S. Your kids are too funny.
What great start to your trip! I’m glad you got there safe and I can’t wait to read more!
P.S. Your kids are too funny.
What great start to your trip! I’m glad you got there safe and I can’t wait to read more!
P.S. Your kids are too funny.