Hello, everyone.
First of all, I want to thank the Duff family again for everything they did for us. We had a wonderful time with you guys. Thank you for all your help, too. And that flight simulator, by the way, was amazing! Thank you so much for taking us. We’ll never forget that.
We’re in St. Augustine, Florida now. It’s the oldest city in the United States. We had fun walking around last night looking at the city and watching the city lights reflecting off the waters of the river. We’re staying at the Pirate Haus Hostel and Inn. Everything is pirate themed, even the pancakes (they all have faces with eye patches). It’s a cool place with people like us who love to travel.
Now for the bad news… Last night I received a call from my dad concerning the dog bite. I can’t go into details, but I have to go back to Knoxville, TN to take care of things and it will take quite some time to take care of it all. It’s unavoidable. If there were a way out I would take it, but there isn’t. Needless to say, the Epic Road Trip has come to an end.
I want to thank everyone for reading. Overall, this has been a wonderful, unforgettable trip. I hope you’ve enjoyed reading about it as much as Caitlin and I have enjoyed taking it.
I also want to thank everyone who showed us kindness along the way. We did touristy things and we saw a lot of beauty, but the people are what we’ll remember most. You’ve confirmed my beliefs in mankind and, even though the errors of a few have taken the trip from us, the many have given me something that can never be taken away. Thank you for the compassion, trust, and faith. You’re amazing people and you’ll always be with us.
Goodbye for now.
And may your tires be trued and the wind be at your back.
July 25th, 2008 at 5:19 pm
Just take a break and regroup. After the details are taken care of continue on. you don’t have to quit.
July 25th, 2008 at 6:18 pm
Sorry you have to get those shots. I understand they are not so bad nowadays. Get your treatments, take the month to relax, then decide what you want to do next – visit Grandma, more biking, schooling, your choice of jobs – the world is yours! Whatever you want, you can make it happen. (You will notice I listed the best option first.)
Love you much. Grandma
July 25th, 2008 at 7:38 pm
I saw you & Catilin here in Jacksonville,Fl wandered if this was what you guys were doing, riding across the US. or as far as the road will take you. That night my brother-in-law, said he saw u guys @ a place to eat & talk w/u, also he gave me your blog. I will be tracking your journey & wish you & Catilin the best. God be w/you 2! please watch out for those drivers that don’t like the bikes.
I’ll be in touch.
July 26th, 2008 at 11:18 am
I’m so sorry your trip had to end this way…and so early, too. I know you were looking forward to what the future had to offer you as you did your traveling. I hated to hear you were bitten by a dog, Ethan! I wonder what caused her to want to bite? Take care of that…they can be serious, you know.
Keep in touch. Let us know if you decide to continue your trip at a later date. By the way, how are you getting back?
July 28th, 2008 at 2:09 am
Man!!!! Sorry to hear that you’ve decided to end the epic trip, but as you now on life you have to take care of yourself first and those close to you. Anyway, I was looking forward to following your trip, I hope you do decide to pick up the pieces and continue in the near future. Before my motorcycle trip…
love
cleo J
Black guy in St augustine @ the subway