Not with a bang, but a sniffle

A head cold descended upon me full bloom somewhere between Lincoln, NE and Highlands  NC via Kansas City. It was a polite cold. It didn't knock me out until I was safe in Highlands. When it hit, though, it hit full force. I am now back in Sarasota, after an indolent week in Highlands, and regaining my wits.

The traveling has stopped for now, but the trip continues. I have returned to a blank slate. I am living moment to moment (all thanks to the universe for such a long string of sterling moments). I have not had a home for almost 6 years. Coming back to this loveliest of settings, where I am most fortunate to live in the company of my dear cousin, I realize that this is not home. Maybe I will never have a home again this life, It's of no great matter because, as my travels have taught me, I can settle in almost anywhere. Caution to anyone who invites me to "make yourself at home."

I will blog about the rest of the trip which was very family-centric and enjoyable. I may also try and put in words some of the thoughts that came to me - and are still coming to me. For now, I felt the need to put something down. 'Til next we meet....

Stops on the trip

A. Osprey, FL
B. Highlands, NC
C. Alexander City, AL
D. Tupelo, MS
E. Jackson, MS
F. San Antonio, TX
G. Columbus, NM
H. Las Cruces, NM
I.  Albuquerque, NM
J. Santa Fe, NM
K. Farmington, NM
L. Sedona, AZ
M. Palm Springs, CA
N. Los Angeles, CA
O, San Francisco Bay Area
P. Telluride, CO
Q. Lincoln, NE
R. Kansas City, MO
S. Highlands, NC
And that brings us back to A!