We have started our trip. The first leg ended with a stop in Buffalo Grove Illinois, to visit Jim and Laura Bernard (Pat's brother and sister in law). This was a momentous stop, as it is the first time that Laura has allowed a dog in her house. Gus is quite comfortable, and so is Laura.
Leaving the house in Ann Arbor was a bit complicated. I couldn't find my cell phone and just as Pat was doing one of the final washes, I realized the pants and phone were already in the machine and under water when I realized. ATT is sending a replacement phone to Salt Lake City, and it will be there when we arrive. I am glad it was covered by the insurance I had purchased.We are both happy to be done with the clearing of the house phase, and are now on the road. We met Laura's brother and sister in law for dinner at "Mambo Italiano" restaurant and had some good Italian food.
When we arrived in Buffalo Grove found that the key to the Novato condo had arrived at Jim's house. (our landlord had to overnight it to Jim's--we are picking up equipment all along the way).
Most of you probably hadn't heard that Jason and Lindsey are expecting a baby in July. They have known for a while but wished to not share it until after the firs trimester. So last night we found out the great news---Jay and Lindsey are having a son! another boy! boyoboyoboy. Plus, she is 2 weeks further along than we all thought, so her due date is July 15th. Life is good.
Friday was a laid back day, didn't do much but decompress. Laura made duck for dinner, and we just kicked back and watched a movie and went to bed early. We needed a day like this this.
Today we are off to Des Moines to visit with Melisa. Pictures will be added later, when we have access to our computer, so check back in a couple of days.
Dan and Pat
