A GPS is back on Christmas list after my return trip from Arkansas.
My day started out wonderfully, a quiet morning with my grandma, and a lively afternoon visit with my Ulmer family. I'm so glad to have had the chance to see them, even if briefly!
The remainder of my day was spent on the twisty roads out of Arkansas and up through Missouri. I about lost it in Arkansas when, for the life of me, I could not tell if I was on-track or how much further and in which direction I needed to travel to get the heck out of there! Fortunately, I stopped long enough for a cup of patience (in this case a black forest mix from Braum's, Mmm!) and a phone call to a supportive friend. After that I was back on track!
That is, until night fell and I made a second, failed attempt to get food. I had called to check-in with my grandma when I noticed an all-too-familiar sign. I had gotten back on the highway going the the wrong direction! Doh! Thus adding an additional hour-and-a-half to my already epic journey. Again, I was saved by my cell phone and a compassionate friend. Hooray for technology that-almost-always works!
I've decided that in addition to the GPS, I will be adding a pair of sparkly red shoes to my Christmas list. I enjoy traveling, but there are times when there really is no place like home.
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