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On Again

I received a shock yesterday morning when I read an email that said our Wilderness Volunteer Vermont service trip was back on again!
Evidently, the powers to be decided our volunteer group could be of assistance in cleaning up after Hurricane Irene. They would see that our dorm facilities would be operational. (We usually sleep in tents.)

I will be driving, starting off Thurs., Sept. 30. So this off and on again thing didn't affect planning. I'm sure some people with plane reservations cancelled--I know of at least one couple.

In the meantime, I'm having my truck checked over today--oil change, tires rotated ,etc. I need to work on my trip itinerary somewhat, but as usual, I'm semi free-wheeling it. Details aren't my thing.

I'm excited about going--sight seeing, working, eating, socializing. I need a change in routines.

posted on Sept 21, 2011 4:54 AM ()

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Guess if you are off, you will not read this for a while, but cleaning up after Irene is a most worhty endeavor. Thank you for your assistance.
comment by dragonflyby on Sept 22, 2011 9:17 PM ()
I'm here! Won't leave 'til the 29th--next Thurs. Cleaning up after Irene wasn't my original intention/reason for going, but I feel good about helping out in some small way. By the way, have you ever gotten out to Honeymoon or Caladesi Island? You're so close, and it's such an idyllic setting. Good for painting ideas.
reply by solitaire on Sept 23, 2011 4:48 AM ()
Regarding your comment---I use to take off July 15-August 15 every year--get in my car with my AAA book (and gay guide) and drive around the USA--one summer the southeast, the next the southwest, then the northwest and then the northeast--up to Canada, down to Mexico--stopped where I wanted, when I wanted for as long or short as I wanted--saw all the crazy tourist traps in the USA, etc. They were GREAT trips! I love driving!
comment by greatmartin on Sept 22, 2011 7:53 AM ()
My apologies. That's what my "forced" trips are like. I say "forced" because otherwise, I'd just stay at home. Traveling is fun and enlightening.
reply by solitaire on Sept 23, 2011 4:44 AM ()
yeah! Have fun! Enjoy the freedom!
comment by crazylife on Sept 21, 2011 8:36 PM ()
Yes, it's the freedom to do what I want to do. I've got no strings to hold me down. It hasn't always been like that (with 4 kids).
reply by solitaire on Sept 22, 2011 5:14 AM ()
Hooray! Great news! Please share what you'll be doing and where you'll be working. It is a great thing to do.
comment by marta on Sept 21, 2011 6:58 PM ()
Thanks. It's really not something I think of "great to do". I'm more into the idea of something/some place new and different. It's an adventure, more than anything. Life to its fullest, and all that jazz.
reply by solitaire on Sept 22, 2011 5:12 AM ()
"A change is as good as a rest."

There have been a few times we have almost had to spend the night in the car thanks to DH's liking for "free-wheeling it".
comment by nittineedles on Sept 21, 2011 2:14 PM ()
Oh, I've been there many times! And I HAVE spent the night in my vehicle. Think of the money I've saved!
reply by solitaire on Sept 22, 2011 5:09 AM ()
Great news!
comment by troutbend on Sept 21, 2011 1:33 PM ()
Yay! I'm excited for you and can't wait to read the details!
comment by juliansmom on Sept 21, 2011 12:30 PM ()
I always keep a journal on my trips. The anticipation is usually greater than the actual results, however. We'll see.
reply by solitaire on Sept 22, 2011 5:07 AM ()
I'd love to make the trip with you!!!!
comment by greatmartin on Sept 21, 2011 7:49 AM ()
Oh, you big fibber!! You would NEVER do something like this! But I have a smile on my face.
reply by solitaire on Sept 22, 2011 5:06 AM ()
That sounds wonderful. The leaves should be turning too so it should be beautiful. Physical fitness and nature appreciation all in one. Your wood chopping muscles will come in handy.
comment by boots586 on Sept 21, 2011 7:38 AM ()
Thanks. Hopefully, the devastation of the area won't affect the color of the trees--that is, the enjoyment of viewing the colors. Oh, you know what I mean!
reply by solitaire on Sept 22, 2011 5:04 AM ()
Awesome! Now you can meet some mybloggers people! That sounds kinda funny but you know what I mean.
comment by kristilyn3 on Sept 21, 2011 5:53 AM ()
I bet we would have more bloggers if our name was different. It's unique!
reply by solitaire on Sept 22, 2011 5:02 AM ()
I am so glad. Be sure and reschedule your trip with Fredo and Mike.
comment by elderjane on Sept 21, 2011 5:28 AM ()
We're in contact. Eager to meet them!
reply by solitaire on Sept 22, 2011 5:00 AM ()

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