Last stop before Canada

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Here are a few pictures from the beginning of our road trip all the way to Seattle to surprise Sam's old roomate Alica. Leaving AZ was a little sad, but it was fun to finally get on the road and stop taliking about it. The drive through Utah was pretty. We drove through the tunnel in Zion and went for a little hike. We stayed on the interstate through southern Idaho (super boring drive) and finally got on a scenic highway through Oregan. It was amazing, but of course pictures never do it justice. We camped on the Oregan coast before ariving in Seattle. We had to sneak into Seattle so as not to ruin the surprise for Alica and we went out to see the famous Seattle band scene. Pictures to come.

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Photos

Leaving Flagstaff
The truck is super weighted down and most of our friends are laughing and shaking their heads because it doesn't look like it will get 5 miles down the road.

Ready to go
Ruby's ready!

first night
We camped out in Lee's Ferry the first night. This is the last of the Arizona big sky views we'll see for a while.

Off the interstate
Oregan was Beautiful! We were surprised at the similar high desert climate of Flagstaff before we crossed the Cascades. Yes, Rodney (the new name for Sam's truck) actually made it across a major mountain range. Yeehaw!

Camping on the Pacific
We found a graet campsite and went for a run on the beach in the morning. We decided that our summer sleeping bags are no longer sufficient for camping as we keep travelling north.

Seattle surprise
Surprise Alica!

Comments

[Cousin LeeLer]

Lee's Ferry?
Hey! I know my wife is a total homo, but she ain't no ferry!!! You guys look so hot!! Can't wait to see more! Blowin kisses in the wind from Aussieland. WE LOVE YOU!XXXXXXXXX

[Jonah]

ALASKA!
wow, the photos look great!! your gonna have to fill me in on whats going on. Your leaving Arizona and moving to ALASKA!! just a heads up, i heard it gets really cold there. i've never been there, buts thats what i hear. have a safe trip. Jonah

[Meagan]

Just the start...
Ah I wish you kids the best of luck! its going to be an amazing time! Though you didn't stop off in Northern Nevada like you said you would, I still lub ya!

[Miller]

Meat Steak Brain Food!!!
Hey guys, Carrie and I have been thinking about you. Thanks for sending us the blog information. Looks like a cool adventure so far. Hey Sam, that picture of you guys on the beach by the Pacific reminds me of Cresent City. Run on the beach and breakfast at the Apple Peddler, anyone?

[Millers]

Hey Hey
I hope that all the pictures we left you with are keeping you warm and fuzzy along your way wink wink! I know you would be lost without them! I think everyone is still recovering from our wild party night! We miss you guys like crazy already! Be safe and keep on truckin!

[Jon & Janel Sullivan]

Have a great trip!
It's great to hear from you two! We wish you safe travels. Keep us posted.

[brenna]

hell yeah!!!
Hey you crazy kids, just wanted to drop a little hello. I'm not sure how these high tech blogs work, but hopefully you will get this. Pat and I just stopped by the library and I was so excited to see this in the old in-box. It looks like you are on your way to great adventure. Keep the pictures and updates coming. Alaska is so amazing....I am very happy for you both to be experiencing. Hope Oregon and Washington treated you well, as they are two of my favorite states. Wish you well. Peace out Yo's, Brenna And Pat

[Auntie Jenny]

Hello
I sure enjoy your blog, but you are crazy to pee where bears lurk. It's bad enough living in the desert with scorpions, rattlesnakes and Al. Please take extra good care of yourselves.

[Auntie Jenny]

great traveling
I love your pictures. Please be careful on your way to KY. Take care of your shoulder, dog and each other. Lots of love and hugs and kisses, Auntie Jenny