Leaving today. I’ve wanted to drive across the country for about eight years, ever since I picked up William Least Heat-Moon’s spectacular memoir Blue Highways. Thanks to everyone who made this possible, especially my family and the HMS UA team. Because of your support, I won’t have to do the dishes for the next few months.
The plan is to stay off the interstate and other gross roads as much as possible. I bought a National Parks pass, so chances are I’ll make my way to some of those, but I’m trying not to plan more than a couple days in advance. To make some pocket change, I’ll play music on the street, and to save money, I threw a mattress in my back seat in case I feel like car camping. This will be the only picture of me, so enjoy it:
I’ll let you know where I end up today. Only the beginning!
Safe travels Jake ! Good luck to u have a great time and be safe luv you cous.
Hope you had a good Day 1, Jake! I will be following your journey across the country via your blog. So glad you will be taking the time to describe your adventures. Be safe!
Love, Grandma
Bon voyage, Jake! Excited to hear your travel tales ❤️