I'm a fairly private person, so this will be an unusual post for me.....
I lost my wife of 40 plus years a few weeks ago to ALS or Lou Gehrig's disease. We were high-school sweethearts and we have been growing up together for a long time. She was diagnosed nearly 5 years ago and we made the most of these past few years, with some travel and a lot of car shows (she loved to watch people). She was very courageous and fought this monster with grace and style. But, this insidious disease just keeps taking away your ability to function. So, while I miss her, she's in a much better place now -- and smiling again.
I have no responsibilities, having retired just before her diagnosis, and fortunately I don't have too many financial worries. My 2 sons are happily married and are in good shape. My life is now an empty page.... and I have no idea what to do. My youngest son suggested that I hop in the Challenger and hit the road for a while. After thinking about it, that is what I now plan to do. I'm not sure if I will go for a week; a month or for several months. I don't know where I am going or for how long. I will probably head south from Vermont to get out of the snow and check out the South, Southwest and ultimately California. I have some relatives along the way and really have no schedule or route. I've always wanted to check out Route 66..... so that's about the only thing that I've thought of so far.
I don't know if a "blog" is appropriate here - but if it is ok with the moderators, I may post some of my experiences while on the road. I also may need a little assistance, especially if I break down or need a little mechanical advice and/or referrals. So, if you see a Plum Crazy '70 Challenger Convertible -- it might be me.....
A bit of advice: Life is short. Give your significant other -- or your kids -- a hug. Laugh and smile often. You never know when your world is going to be turned upside down (even if you think you see it coming).
Thanks for listening.
Doug
aka VT Mopar
