9/25 Back To Radford then back to reality.

Pulled into our old alma mata to briefly remember the glory daze. The Campus has grown but Peery 209 and the Deli Mart remain as monuments to a bygone era.

Had a quick draft at the Hideout, now BT’s. The bartender showed us the historical photos of when the hideout opened. We were at the opening but did not make the story. Very fond memories of Radford. Many life lessons here have served Toj and I well.

Had to stop at White’s Truck stop on I-81, just as we did in college. This really is the last stop.

During our travels we felt the impact of two hurricanes and saw people everywhere as caring and resourceful. We met many tourists especially from Europe, who were making a pilgrimage to the American West, They were not supportive of our current administration but knew the difference between the American people and American politics.

It’s been an incredible trip. Writing in the back of the camper while going down the road has passed the miles. I once meet a cross-country bike rider and followed his trip on the web, which inspired me to do this web journal. I enjoyed his trip vicariously and hope this may have done the same for you.

Thanks to everyone we met along the way and thanks to family and work friends who helped cover the bases during the trek.

Cheers

Tom, Cam and Toj.