And They Are Off!

The great departure was Sunday 5/27/2007 at approximately 10:30 am PDT. It was really something to see all the planning and preparation come together and watch them drive away. Lee called yesterday morning, they had an uneventful border crossing, but did have the misfortune of running out of gas. It seems the little town where we've filled up in the past has closed down both their gas stations. Alas, they didn't quite make it to the next stop. Some kind hearted Canadians (as is our experience with most we have met) picked Lee up, drove him to town and back.

I expect that they began the first 'mini-expedition' of the trip kayaking around the Bowron Lakes circuit today and will emerge sometime next week. I'm thinking of them as I look outside at the beautiful weather here and wish I were paddling along with them!

Until next time,

lori

The Final Push!

With Lee away all week on a business trip to Vancouver, BC, there were many things to accomplish. He was up at the crack of dawn getting the toy house washed and waxed. All the gear had to be loaded, the kayaks, bikes and all the accessories, before heading out on the big trip. It has been a very busy day and at 10:30 pm we are just at the point where we can end for the day. We'll load up the clothes in the morning and Lee and Johann will leave port.

Absence Makes the Heart Fonder

Lori is a very understanding wife and a great mother. She calls us her boys and treats us better than we deserve at times. Her patience is only bested by her love for us. Lori has been very supportive of the expeditionary trip every step of the way and has been an active participant in helping us prepare, She is as excited as we are. When asked by others "how can you let this happen?... or won't you miss them?" she replies that opprotunities like this are very rare and should not be passed by. She feels very strongly about fathers and the time they spend with their sons. Lori not only supports us fully, she encourages us to go. She is an integral part of the RubiKon team. We could never pull this off without her support and love. We are hoping Lori can join us later in the trip. We will miss her dearly.

Departure Date: May 26, 2007

Great Group Therapy for Old Homes

If you own a Toyota Motorhome, you need to join this group. Many thanks to all that helped us get our Toy house expedition worthy, These folks are the "A-Team" in the world of Toy campers.

Departure Date: May 26th, 2007