About Ramblings from the Road

Life is an adventure. We are never quite sure where the road will lead. Each time I am on the road I love to watch people. Each one brings a new epiphany. Sometimes the surroundings are beautiful, sometimes not so much, and others are just plain funny. If you would like to follow my travels and the small giggles from the road, stay posted.

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