car was packed and i was off… with a stuffed car and a wired ear. praise the Lord, i did have amazing friends to talk with along the way — thanks for keeping me company.
i also had the opportunity to stop and eat at one of the original Chick-fil-a restaurants, named the “Dwarf House” while in the Atlanta area. Don’t believe it’s a Chick-fil-A restaurant…
mmm… the chicken club… my favorite fast food meal… especially with that honey bbq sauce.
… and this is what i call my “travel dope” (ha) — used to keep me awake if i feel serious road fatigue and i’m the only driver. always takes just one of these, an iPod, and a cell phone to use as a microphone and i’m good. (fun fact: i usually think of shelley, the sugar nazi/my former assistant, when i have this stuff)
…and this gave me a little inspiration when i passed it (oh yes — the joy)
and this was a special moment (the florida line). and then as soon as i got home (well, the next day, really)…
… busy unload time. just a little crazy, but still glad to get done.
so many thoughts, so many ideas… just yesterday i set some things in motion at home, including pulling the TV out of the girl’s room and cleaning the garage. viviana even turns six tomorrow — we’re all excited. and now i’m off… out to solidify employment and get my life started in this new season. a special thank you to all of you who’ve played a role supporting me (really).
Erik! I miss you! I hope you are doing well…
i like the roaring dinosaur poster in the back seat window… i’m sure you frightened many a child on the road – i would have died laughing if i had passed you on the road with that 🙂
Glad you made it safely. I’ll pray that you get the right job. Just make sure you give a extra hug to Viviana tomorrow. have fun. I don’t know why your computer freezes up on my site. I’ve had others check it out for bugs and nothing. I’m sorry, i don’t know what to do. rex
remember to pray ALL ways..
you’re hilarious Erik…the fun dip picture especially made me laugh:)
woo-hoo! Erik’s in Gainesville!
for TWO WEEKS you counted down my birthday?
wow. that’s impressive.
thank you friend.
Have a beautiful day in florida!! 🙂
-sam
My heart jumped with excitement for you when reading your post. I love new beginnings, opportunities, ideas, people to influence, places to grow….mmmm
Erik-I love your love for Vivian, I think it’s beautiful. Your family is truly blessed with your presence there…
Look forward to talking to you sometime…
Viviana*
Where in Florida?
I have a good friend who just moved to TAMPA.
I randomly came upon your site through mutual friends, and just wanted to say welcome back to Florida (i live in Tampa until I transfer to UF in may). Good luck in this new season 🙂
Heather
That’s so funny, I was just reading Truett Cathy’s book on how he came to open Chick-fil-A and in it he discusses the Dwarf House. It’s so tiny!
I hope and pray everything goes well for you in this new transition!
~Liz
I have not forgotten…once this medicine stuff turns into a career…jetskis are on the way!!
so xanga says they are hiring…lol. congrats on the safe trip and happy job hunting in the sunshine state.
later
Erik, it is good to hear that you made it safely to Florida…🙂 changes are good…at times….I will be praying for you, could you be praying for me? marriage is a big step and I have only 75 days of being single….I am soooo excited!!! I hope everything works out and you will be able to make it to the wedding….🙂 keep me posted on whether you will be able to come, ok? You are an awesome friend and Chris and I would both like for you to be there if you are able…😉 I hope to hear from you soon…call me if you would like…(832)604-6755 ,ok? I would love to talk with you and see ho with things have been going for you…
Leigh-Anne
Fun-dip rocks! Its a classic…
Hey!! great post and welcome home!!!
~M~
ah yes…24
but i don’t think staying up till 4 am to finish the season constitutes an addict…necessarily
I can’t believe you.
The sugar nazi will prevail and you will learn to rue the day.