Traveling: Flying Solo

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Since it’s summer, and by extension vacation season, I have seen a number of discussions about traveling. The topics range from where we’re going to where we’ve been. I hope you’re enjoying the daily discussions John has been posting about his most recent excursions. I’ve recently taken a couple of jaunts (unintentionally going to many of the same places he recently visited), so I want to talk about how I travel. Recently Lori asked about traveling companions, saying she enjoys going places with her sister-in-law. John and I both mentioned we “fly solo.” NOT flying as in taking a plane but traveling. WHY? I like the spontaneity of it. John meticulously plans his long travels (which is understandable, lest you find yourself Griswold’d). I haven’t been on a long trip for anything except a concert in a long time, so I have enjoyed the luxury of seeing a brown informational sign, saying “Hmm, that sounds interesting,” and following it. On my trip to Memphis the only thing I had in mind to absolutely see was Mud Island. And, although I have vastly improved over the years, I’m an impatient person. I went to a show with some friends, and it took them nearly two hours to get ready. That’s their style, but it isn’t mine. There’s more to tell in future discussions. I hope John will talk about his planning as well. I think the more ideas presented the better someone’s vacation can be! And here’s the obligatory Poco song.....