ON THE ROAD AGAIN

As Wille so aptly said it....
"On the road again,
Just can't wait to get on the road again
like a band of gypsies we go down the highway
We're the best of friends
insisting that the world keep turning our way
AND WE CAN'T WAIT TO GET ON THE ROAD AGAIN"
ROAD TRIP- a journey via automobile

I guess driving the 22,500 miles to the Arctic Ocean last summer wasn't enough. So after overpacking the SUV again we are off and running to celebrate the open road. This year we are headed to the Eastern half of the good ol'USA on up to St. Edwards Island and Newfoundland. More family, friends, Fishers, faith and forests. Will we qualify as Professional Road Trippers? Is this the Baby Boomer version of hitchhiking? Does Dashboarding count as exercise? So glad I can pack the "extras" and not pay "extra" and so love not having to stand in line to take off my shoes to change states. Besides it's an excellent way to shed some skin and live out loud. Check out the schedule and see if you're on the trip tick. Our most valuable souvenir are the hugs and stories we can't wait to share. Look over at the archived blogs on the right side as it stores the "older" blog entries there....don't want you to miss the trip from day one!

CONFIRMED ROADIES

After last summers "once in a life time road trip" we were hooked-if bored one evening see pamelacollins.blogspot.com (North to Alaska) for sordid details. There are plenty of reasons to hit the road and celebrate America's (and Canada too!) cultural heritage and natural wonders. Although we haven't experienced the meandering version-our trip is kinda planned and suits our purpose. Our focus are the FIVE F'S (family, friends, fishers, faith, forests). With the blessing of health and time we are free to visit and experience our F's. We have also learned the way to a healthy life style on a long road trip....goal for this trip is to eat green and healthy- no more Bubba's Jerky and Corn Dogs. Bubba is even bringing his Vita Mixer. Nothing like a Slimey I mean green smoothie to start the day off. Pleep only indulges in the banana smoothies...no green for the Pleepmeister. And yes there has been a new addition to the Collins Road Family- Pleep now has a sister- Pleetisha (aka Sis). After he laid down the rules of the road to Sis and made it clear who is in charge of this rig she smiled sweetly and said "you bet Bro!" So come along for the ride- Happy Trails!


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Saturday, September 4, 2010

Day 19 BOSTON VA FISHER HOUSE AND FRIENDS

FISHER HOUSE  BOSTON VA MEDICAL CENTER

Then newest Fisher House and what a stunning beauty.  Our House Manager, Elizabeth St.Pierre, was out on leave but we were given a wonderful tour by the Janice-housekeeper and back up for Eliz.  We had the opportunity to meet a lovely woman and her granddaughter who were guests of the Fisher.  Her husband was having heart surgery at the VA and they were so grateful to be able to stay at the House as they lived up in Maine and this VA was the closest to do his surgery.

As the President told us at his speech Tuesday evening, it is the end of American combat mission in Iraq.  There will be lots of homecomings for these troops and lots of opportunity's for us to support the troops, veterans and their families.  While our military families are strong, resilient and proud to serve their country WE too need to be part of that "war" effort.  How can we support and engage these folks?  Those of you who have a military base in your community- jump in to the many opportunities to help, love and hug.  And how about your local VA Hospital or Clinic?  Again, opportunity abounds-a simple visit means so much.

Check out www.serve.gov to see how others are helping out.  Keeping in mind less than 1% of our population is doing 100% of the fighting for all of us.  I can't wait to hear your story-the one of respect and gratitude that each of us holds for them in our hearts.  Keith and I are so blessed with stellar family and friends like you.  Amen!



JOHN MARAGOS AND CONSTANCE METROPOULOUS-it's all Greek to me!

John is an old South Chicago childhood friend-we are talking Boca's roots-now the Renaissance Man of Orthodox Boston and excellent tour guide.  Contance is finishing up her Phd in Audiology, and not only beautiful but pure delight and ANOTHER  one of Father Chris' and Prez Georgia's (Ft. Lauderdale/St. Demetrious Greek Orthodox Church) accomplished kids.  Of course we had to eat at a Greek Restaurant- The No Name at the dock area.  After driving around Boston all day and living to tell the story, Bubba was apoplectic.  Bring on that Ouzo please-Opa!
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Another Long & Winding Road

Another Long & Winding Road
3,300 Miles Is A Short Haul For This Crowd