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Travel Dreams…the countdown to the Big Day!

Travel-dreams

Travel dreams soon to become a reality.
Stay tune– motorcycle!
Stay awake– Corey!
We pick up the motorbike today, I have yet to get on it.
We had new brakes added.
The check list is being checked off.
House sitter in place. (I forewarned her about the neighbors!)
Drip system added to the courtyard.
French Husband just added a mountain of stuff to the molehill pile.
Locks for the bike, lock for the helmets, and those locks are chunky-monkeys, they take up the minimal space we had.
I told him those locks replace the black nightie I had in mind, he said we need locks, I said really? He looked at me funny, "What is a black Knee-tee?"
Tomorrow we head out… the adventure begins.

P.S.
Thank you for the great tips you have added! I appreciate them. I have added plastic sacks, toilet paper, and laundry soap to our check list.

P.S.S.
I will add a photo of our motorbike late today. What should we name it?

Comments

44 responses to “Travel Dreams…the countdown to the Big Day!”

  1. Caty

    wao!!!!! HAVE A WONDERFUL TRIP!!!!!! Collect smiles and happy moments! bring them back
    may all the love surround you and French husband and keep you safe!
    xoxo

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  2. Gina Baynham

    Safe travel !!!

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  3. Marilyn

    Enjoy the adventure! Be safe~
    Marilyn
    in Oregon

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  4. hhb

    Just a thought….a light silk scarf is perfect for wrapping round your neck under your jacket. it keeps out any tiny niggling draughts….drive safe. My Dad will be so pleased that you are taking plastic bags for ease of getting over trousers on!!!

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  5. Julie M.

    You should name the bike, “Heidi”…or perhaps, “The Captain”…for Captain Von Trapp…is that too prosaic? : ) I can’t remember if you said you were packing sunscreen. Our town clerk just returned from a bike trip with her husband from Wa. to Yellowstone. She is TAAAAAAN!!!
    : )
    Have a fun and safe and wonderful journey!
    Julie

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  6. Julie M.

    ps If you do name the bike “Heidi”…would your husband pronounce it, “I.D.?” Don’t forget that either…your I.D.
    : )
    Julie M.

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  7. Julie M.

    pps DON’T try to be too romantic…hot pink scarves blowing in the wind and motor bikes do not mix!

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  8. Ana Jacas

    Spirit is a good name, for your spirit of adventure, the spirit of your father who is with you always, your spirit and French Husbands to take on a fabulous journey of discovery all over again and simply your spirit for life, love and laughter.
    I am thinking of you now, it is the first thing I do every morning, hoping that some of your spirit will rub off on me!
    Love Ana

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  9. Kathleen

    Bon Voyage you two!Looking forward to a full and frank report of your adventures hopefully all good!Stay safe!What about “Intrepid”?

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  10. Jeanne

    Have a great trip you two.
    Travel safe
    Be well
    Test drive for your long hike across America
    Love you
    Kisses♥

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  11. Diane

    Hang on tight & you two have a great adventure! D.

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  12. TACE

    Have fun!!! It sounds so exciting, I hope you have fabulous trip.
    I think you should name the motorcycle
    Mr Rirrley McWheelie-dopple.
    Just a thought, if that’s too formal ya could always call it Rirrrr for short. 😉

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  13. Rhonda

    Have a great trip and keep safe. I’m sure your Father would have been proud. And I agree with Ana Jacas, SPIRIT would be a lovely name for the bike. Just enjoy every moment together.

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  14. Mary Ellen

    I think you should name it Dreamride. Good for you to have this adventure! My only advice: Pay attention!

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  15. La Framéricaine

    BORN TO BE WILD
    From the 1968 release “Steppenwolf”
    Words and music by Mars Bonfire
    Get your motor runnin’
    Head out on the highway
    Lookin’ for adventure
    And whatever comes our way
    Yeah Darlin’ go make it happen
    Take the world in a love embrace
    Fire all of your guns at once
    And explode into space
    I like smoke and lightning
    Heavy metal thunder
    Racin’ with the wind
    And the feelin’ that I’m under
    Yeah Darlin’ go make it happen
    Take the world in a love embrace
    Fire all of your guns at once
    And explode into space
    Like a true nature’s child
    We were born, born to be wild
    We can climb so high
    I never wanna die
    Born to be wild
    Born to be wild

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  16. becky up the hill

    Does this mean you are not coming by my house on the way to Yosemite? lol…what an adventure Corey!

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  17. jend’isere

    bon et safe voyage

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  18. Jeanette M.

    I do like Captain that someone suggested but I think “willow” would be a good name to remind you of home. Have fun – my husband is jealous but I am not.

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  19. Kathie

    Boa viagem!

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  20. if jane

    wow!! and you are going!!! and so quick!!
    do have a lovely time…be safe…and enjoy!
    xx
    ps yoru hair looks fantastic corey! 😉

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  21. Diogenes

    Corey,
    I hope you have a wonderful safe trip, with a lot of great adventures.

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  22. caren

    GOOD LUCK! YOU WILL BE IN MY PRAYERS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! It is an adventure……….

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  23. martina

    Zephyr, Spunky, Aventura, Bucephalus or Passepartout. I love coming up with names for things.
    Bon Voyage Corey and Yann. Be safe out there and post updates of your journey!

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  24. Joanna

    A name for the bike? The Black Knee Tee?

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  25. Jennifer

    Hi Corey!
    Good luck on your trip!!
    Just recently drove from Portland, Or- valley Springs , Ca and when I saw Willows, I thought of you!
    Name your bike Willow, it’s a girl, yes? The name honors your hometown, your dad and willows are carefree, breezy and beautiful…a hope that your trip will be be that way too.
    ~Jennifer

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  26. jani

    i like ~willow~ too…….soft & flexible & this is a memory ride….! have non-stop fun….we’re with u all the way..happiness….jani & rod

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  27. v.j. kohout

    I suggest La Tempesta. It is a female, n’est-ce pas? vj

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  28. Michelle in KY

    Oh Corey my dear…I definitely think you should name it Willows. A fitting tribute to your Dad…or you could always name it your Dad’s nickname.
    I wish you and FH safe, romantic, and sunshine travels my friend. I’ll be praying and staying tuned!
    ENJOY yourselves.

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  29. Julie Ann Evins

    Imagine there was a queue for housesitters ! Wish it was me. Bon Voyage and I think the French word for “Willowa” (unless its awful) in honour of your Dad with a nod to the driver – Yann the Imp. Safe journey, Jx

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  30. Mindi

    Ooooooooo I love the name Willow for the bike. Have a great Adventure and Enjoy the ride!

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  31. Pam Carriker

    Wow! What an exciting adventure!

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  32. Carolyn Mallin

    Have a safe and wonderfully romantic trip.Looking forward to reading your tales of adventure.You are one brave, gutsy lady.
    I think Willows is a fitting name for your bike. It’s so much a part of who you are.

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  33. Kathie

    Willow – la Saule, en français!

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  34. Franca Bollo

    The lean, mean, booger-green machine.

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  35. Anne A

    Very very EXCITING 🙂 :-)Hope you both have a wonderful and safe trip!!

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  36. Mardog

    put the black knee-tee in your pocket.

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  37. Carol

    Happy travels Corey and Yann!
    My thoughts and prayers for safety and good weather go with you.

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  38. suesue

    live, laugh, love! sounds like a perfect trip!

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  39. Kathie

    Don’t be in too big a hurry to get to Prague. Remember the old advertising slogan, getting there is half the fun!

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  40. Ren in Az

    Both of you are the quintessential “Easy Riders”! Enjoy!!!

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  41. Meppy BN

    Safe travels to you both,btw a BMW 1150 is definitely masculine to me – wait till you get to know it a few days and a name will come to you….. and keep having adventures everywhere (as we all know you will!)

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  42. Merry

    You GO, girl! Just hang on to your hat – no, your helmet … never mind the knee-tee, n’est-ce pas? Have a fantastic adventure … all good thoughts for the two of you kids!

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  43. kay

    Hold tight!!

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  44. Grant

    Have a great trip!
    And do check out http://www.HorizonsUnlimited.com – the website for the motorcycle traveler – you’ll love it!

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