We are off to the west coast!

Tomorrow is our departure from Eugene to the coast to restart our journey down Highway 101!  "Santiago" looks forward to drying out the wetness he has absorbed in the last few rainy weeks in Oregon.  I think he took on about 100 lbs!  "Metro Millie" (our scooter) even got a little TLC and is ready to go, too!

This parking lot at Valley Covenent Church was our home for the last 5 weeks ... they have been amazing hosts.  On Christmas Eve I helped them light luminarias around the church before the evening service where I was welcomed with open arms.  The folks at St. Vincent de Paul found the parking spot for us when we felt lost and needed a place to land.  The staff at "First Place" was awesome!

Boy, do I miss the sun on my face.  We will be adding more color to Santiago once we have more than 30 minutes of sunshine.  He is SO ready for more sass!

This is me and Mike.

He has shown me the sights and sounds of Eugene over the last month.  Thanks, Mike!

This is Adam.

I have been working for him for the last several weeks in his home office.  You know how I love to organize!  We have also become very good friends.  Our friendship may even last awhile, IF I don't bonk him over the head first.

There is something about the people in this quirky and diverse cultural climate.  When I first arrived I found myself judging their actions based on what I expected to see here ~ love bugs, peace signs and smiles.  And they may not be friendly at first glance, but what I have observed after letting go of those expectations is compassion, depth of character, and their sense of connectedness with the universe. 

A little word of advise ~ get out there in the world!

Listen to your heart and

acknowledge your dreams.

I did it and look what I have found!  Love, friendship, new adventures ... strength, courage, wisdom ... listening to your heart has its advantages :)

Ciao for now!