Hope you have been enjoying and being inspired by my posts about our trip around the US. As I am writing I am bringing back these good memories as we move forward in our travels, I love it. Also, hope you are enjoying the photos I have been attaching. Included in this email are a few more photos of the wonderful trip we are having.

I am hoping that, through my writing, I will help inspire and help you to lead a better life. I’m thinking that you are on the trip with us, a nice thought. Did I ever write you about my daughters?

I am proud to say that my daughter Jasmine has done excellent in her schooling. Currently attending Kent state in Kent, Ohio, studying fabric and design, she has learned much and excelled. Last year she attended Kent State in their New York City school, while she also worked at designing, helping and learning. Hard to believe she did so well in that difficult city. She has a great future ahead of her–yes–the proud father coming through.

Also inspiring is my second born with Mary Ellen, April has done well in her life. Studying hard, she advanced to the top her class all through school. Graduating last year from Penncrest High in Media, PA, she stood out as one of the best students at her School.

Every summer April works at
http://www.blackrockretreat.com/
helping kids grow and learn.
She initially went there as a student, now she teaches.
April loves it there.

Here is April on FaceBook:
https://www.facebol. ok.com/aprilsh0w3rs?fref=ts

Since graduating last June, April has decided to take a year off before starting college–going to Peru through
http://first-serve.org.uk/
–to help kids there. I’m sure she will touch many lives in a great way.

But, the trip down there will cost, money I don’t currently have.

I am hoping to help April raise $8,000 for her trip to Peru, she will spend 3 months in Scotland for training, then three months in Peru; what a life-changing experience for my daughter! She is sure to advance much as she helps others advance. This will be so good of you to help in any way, we really need your help.

I believe this will be a tax write-off for you (or, is it, right-off? the English language is strange), I will study and find out.

In helping April you will be helping struggling kids in Peru, in that she will inspire much and help many. Any help you can send would be joyfully received.

If you have a Paypal account (easy to set up) you are welcome to help financially by sending to my email:
kitsummers@gmail.com.

Or, your check can be sent to:
Kit Summers
PO Box 424
Hereford, PA 18056

Either way, if you can help or not, I will be sending future updates on April and how she is helping.

April also has a blog site, you can read all about here:
https://plus.google.com/116924545088275098846/posts
and:
http://aprilsadventures.my-free.website/

Now, after that brief interlude, back to my travels . . .

August 10th –In Michigan we went to Lake Gogebic, where I pulled off the road at a place where we were going to sleep. Then, I wanted to see what was just around the next bend, what we found an excellent place. This was like a small nook of Michigan that was beautiful. We parked on a large lawn where other cars were parked–this is where we slept the night. Right across the way was a bar/restaurant where Tina spent time that was right across from the van:
https://www.facebook.com/Hoopnholler?rf=186596724686530
while I worked on things in the van.

This place was in the middle of no where, it seemed.
Then, they started showing up as the evening came, people filled up this bar and had a good-ol-time.
This is a place that we want to go back to.

August 11th — Out of wonderful Michigan and into Wisconsin. Still seeing much beauty in the landscape, very nice.

The first night in Michigan we stayed at Lake Day:
http://www.fs.usda.gov/recarea/cnnf/recreation/recarea/?recid=27725&actid=31
And, a nice stay it was.

The best part was we were the only ones staying at this campground on this night.

A few more things:
We saw a big Eagle’s nest​.​
Took long walk on beach, we ended up taking a drive to find the beach and we took a naked swim to clean​ ourselves​ up.
Only people staying at this camp​. Solidarity, how nice​.
​We took a short bike ride.
Tina saw much of the meteor shower, then slept in the next day until 8am.
Birds were there, but did not make​ much​ noise, even in the morning, very strange.
​ Once we set up camp we were off to the beach to bathe. We walked a trail for quite a while following an initial sign–never did find it. Inline image 5
Most of the time Tina was whistling loudly (I never could whistle myself). I thought she was whistling out of joy, found out she thought it scared off any wild animals that might be around. So, out of fear, not joy, her whistling was produced. It worked though, no lions, tigers or bears approached us.

We ended up going back to the van and driving to a campsite that had an access path to the lake. Yes, there was sort of a beach.

Perhaps because of budget cutbacks there are parts of the national parks and the campgrounds that are closed off. In fact, we saw parts that had been developed at one time having overgrowth of local plants growing over. National parks we saw looked spectacular.

​Most campgrounds we go to do not even have anyone watching and taking care of things. People simply put their fee in an envelope and place the envelope in a slot into a locked box. We could have easily just stayed for free and all the campgrounds we have been going to, but we are paying our share.

In fact, because I have been diagnosed as permanently disabled, we stay for half price. So, the price is only from $5 to $7 at each campsite each night. I never would think of myself as disabled, but, that has been what was determined. Along with with the camping, I got a pass to go into every national park at no charge.

Also, through my doctor I was able to get a placard to be able to park in the disabled parking space. I do not take advantage of this very often (but, I often see people who are physically able parking with their placard when they can walk fine.) I use it now and then, when there are enough handicap spaces open and when the lot is full.
​
August 12-16, stayed at Spearhead Point Campground.
http://www.fs.usda.gov/recarea/cnnf/recreation/recarea/?recid=27799&actid=29

​Saw an eagle flying about 30 feet from us above the lake, it was glorious. This magnificent bird made three passes up and down the river. ​

​Dark and quiet, very nice.​
Gathered much firewood for fire, a fire is quite comforting.
At most campgrounds there is a pump to pump fresh well water, loved it.
We had a lakefront to ourselves, with our own dock.
The birds were singing.

​August 16 (afternoon) –​F​r​om being in the wilderness to being in the city–yikes. Through Couchsurfing.com we found Jerry in Chicago who agreed to host us and let us stay with him for Tuesday night, I will later let you know about that. So, we had three days to drive the 353 miles.

Driving south on I-39 while Tina was driving we saw a sign that read, “Watch out for low flying planes”. And, what are you supposed to do about that? Where do they find these people who produce signs that say words that are so ridiculous?

August 17 — Sleeping last night, Sunday night, at a Walmart parking lot in Portage, WI was a nightmare. At 1:30am a group of five cars showed up and parked near us. Then the horns honked, the people started making drunken noise–yikes. So, we make a short drive to a McDonalds parking lot, they were closed. But, there were two cars that were in the drive through line (for some reason) and they were making noise, too. We could not get away from these idiots! At this point if was 3:30am. We drove across the street to a motel and parked in their parking lot–finally–some quite. But, I awoke at 5:30am and walked over to the McDonalds to put these words together for you.

We both, obviously like the wilderness much more than any city.

Please remember about April, we could use your help.

​Thanks>>>>>>>>>>>Kit

​Every new blog I write I think to myself, what kinds of things could I possibly write about? Then, as you have seen, thoughts form and words come together to get off to you, many words each time. I am hearing good comments about what I am writing, always good to hear, thank you for that.

It’s funny, when I am living my life now I am thinking about what I could do to include in these words to you. It seems to make my life more full, because I will look for things to do to be able to write here, to you. That is something you might want to look to for your own life–it may make things happen that you did not expect.

August 5–Moved on to Tahquamenon Campground in Michigan. Many people here, hard to stay outdoors, camping if you will, with this many people around. I like more to be rustic, little or no people around and enjoying nature. Talk about tourists–even on a Wednesday there were gobs of people–the weekend must be horrendous.

We did go to see Tahquamenon Falls, a little drive and little bit of a hike. Nice to look at, but the hordes of people, yikes. For these falls, I would rather look it up on YouTube and see videos, such as:

and see the falls that way, then deal with all the people. Not that I don’t like people (you are at the top of my list of the people I like), it is that I would rather avoid crowds and see more natural nature.

Right near us in the campground were three very large RV vehicles, each probably worth over $100,000. Now, I am not jealous of them in any way, in fact, I like our van much better. You see, with motor homes, you are very limited on where you can go and where you can park. With our van it is just like a car. And, we get much better gas mileage.

What is funny to me is these people drove all the way up to this large outdoor location, and, the one next to us, we hardly saw them, they were inside the whole time. Perhaps they were inside watching their TV that is hooked into the satellite antenna on top of the rolling home. Why did they not just stay home and be in their rig?

There are 191 campsites at the location. The state charges $23 a campsite, and you also have to buy a day pass for $9, for a total of $32 (the most we have paid to stay somewhere). The day pass let’s you into see the falls, both the upper and lower. The campsite was full on this Wednesday, so at $32, the state is making at least $6,112 a day from this campground, $42,784 weekly, for not much, at all, to see.

August 7–On the road again. We are not seeing fields of corn growing anymore, too far north, I guess. There was so much growing in all of the areas we drove in previously, it was amazing. In fact, hardly saw anything else growing but corn.

Speaking of corn, we have been buying fresh ears and enjoying the taste, much. I had read once to just place the whole ear of corn, husk still attached, directly on the coals of the fire. We did this, it made the very best corn we have every tasted.

Place the ear (the corn, not YOUR ear) on the fire/coals, after some minutes turn it over. Wait a few more minutes and use sticks to pull the ear from the coals and place it on the ground to cool. Then, when cool, pull off the husk and corn hairs and consume, you will love the taste. Now, we did this with corn that was picked just two days prior, perhaps that added to the good taste.

At a fabulous campground tonight, much nature and rustic. But–I am seeing cigarette butts–how awful. These idiots who smoke are ruining the earth. Oh, do you smoke? sorry I called you an idiot (no I’m not.) STOP TODAY!

At most every campground we go to the first thing we do is go into the forest to get dead wood for the fire. We gather arms full then take it back to the campsite and break the dry tree limbs into two foot sections.

When Tina does this she seems to kind of do a little dance. I say she is “break dancing” when she does; kind of fun between us. I had forgotten how mesmerizing watching a campfire is. You just stare and your mind drifts to no where, interesting. Have you have this experience?

Strange question, have you ever peed in the woods? It seems so free, so natural. Females might not feel the same about this. Personally, I would rather pee in the out of doors than in any toilet. Of course, I am careful not to let anyone see me.

This is a normal human thing, I do not feel weird in writing these words, as you shouldn’t in reading them, it is a daily ritual for each of us. To continue, did you ever squat and poop in the woods and use leaves to wipe? This also feels so natural, you must try it sometime.

Now away from that to something more special. I drove through the state of Michigan a number of times in my life, yet I never knew how much beauty this state has, especially the north of the state.

You here so many dreadful stories about the city of Detroit in Michigan. In driving through all these fantastic areas of Michigan it is hard to imagine that Detroit is a part of.

We are currently driving through “Cheboygan”, a fun name to say. Do you remember Curly of the Three Stooges doing comedy using the name, “Cheboygan”?

We are the only ones in this campground by the lake. So many trees, so much nature, we love it. As you know, we bring everything we need, including food and water. We could last at least a week if we need. Being self-contained is marvelous.

What a difference waking up in a Walmart or McDonalds parking lot or waking in the wilderness. When we are in the wilderness, we do not have to put up the window covers, which block out light and make it so no one can see in. We like it when we do not have to put up the window covers. And, the silence, what a joy.

August 8–We are still in the north of Michigan. Now at Island Lake Campground, very few people here and rustic, our kind of place. Today, after we had set up, including getting a large pile of wood for the fire, the rain started, nonstop. I put the plants out to soak in rain and we spent time in the van (no, you are not to know what we spent time doing.)

Rustic, but there are toilets to use. And, we found fresh well water. You pump it up from the ground, kind of fun, like the old days. Just down the hill and through the woods (no, not to grandmothers house) is a nice lake, perhaps I will go for a swim tomorrow.

August 9–This morning, while out to breakfast, I had to use the restroom. There is a mirror placed right in front of your face as you are using the urinal. I could not believe it, on my head I saw hairs that were non colored, you might say, gray hair! How could this happen, I still feel like I am 23.

We drove in some miles on a rough dirt road to the Mary Macdonald Preserve, the most northern point in Michigan, and what a wonderful place this is. After parking, with no other people around for miles, we headed down the rocky path to the lake.
Take a look:

There was an actual beach here, although quite rocky. We had not showered for a couple days, so I thought I would just go in for a quick wash off in the lake. Because we were so remote, I removed ALL of my garments and was about to go in. Tina said that someone might come and that I should, at least, have my underwear on (or as she said, “panties.”)

I did not care either way if someone saw me naked, it is a natural thing, just another body (although, some bodies are much nicer than others.) Now, of course, I don’t want you to see my naked body, I know you (but, then again . . .)

When my daughters, Jasmine and April, were young and I embarrassed them when we were out in public, I would tell them, “We will probably never see these people again in our life, so it does not matter what they think”–which is true. When you are out in the public, do not feel embarrassed for anything you might do.

Quite cold, but in I went, slowly enveloping my body in the water as I sank in deeper. Finally, the head went under. Funny how the water felt so very cold initially, then, as your body (mind) gets used to the temperature you feel OK. The quick bath in the lake felt quite refreshing and nice.

Some people did end up walking by us down the beach, but, I would have been completely fine with no clothes on.
August 10–I awoke before the sun started up, as usual, Tina is getting some more shut-eye. As I wrote before, I seem to do better with less sleep.

What we are both finding strange about Michigan is we are not hearing any animal sounds. In San Diego, where I grew up, and near Philadelphia, where I lived for a number of years, I would always hear bird noises in the morning, then other sounds as the sun rose up. Here, only the wind through the trees comes to the ear, with an occasional bird utterance. We find it quite strange.

Quite cold this morning, we had discussed yesterday going in for a swim this morn, too cold for Tina, though.

The drive today was quite amazing, going south on Route 28 along Lake Superior. The drive today matches up with some of the most beautiful drives I have taken in my life–from driving along the coast in central California to Sunset Cliffs in San Diego to driving around the perimeter of Maui in Hawaii.

We drove to and parked across from a cozy bar, in a cozy place to park for the night on the grass. I worked on the van while Tina went in, ate some food, and started on the beer. The crowds started showing up, have no idea where they came from, we didn’t even see many homes.

This new life is absolutely fantastic. Living life how WE want. Still working on writing, such as now, and inspiring people. A few have told me that these words could become my next book–what do you think?

With my blog writing I will be writing things that have helped in my life. These are suggestions for you to try, I think you will be surprised at how this can help. Before finding out about oil pulling (which is the process of pulling and swishing various kinds of oil through your teeth for your health’s benefit) I knew nothing of it.

For a number of years now I have done this method. Never have my teeth felt better or been whiter. I feel it has improve my general overall health. And, this helps me feel better, too. I was to thank:
Tedd Koren​ >>> http://www.teddkoren.com/
For telling me about this method toward tooth health.

Learn more here, and search for other videos on the subject:

In the morning most every human I know wakes with morning breath (if you are not human, please stop reading this.) This smell and feel in your mouth are bacteria that have gathered overnight. You see, we have trillions of microbes in and on our body. These bacteria are in our bodies doing all sorts of things. Many of these bacteria are good, there are bad also. There are kinds of bad bacteria in our mouth that cause tooth decay, discoloration and bad breath. These are the bacteria we want to get rid of.

What is oil pulling?
Oil pulling, also known as “kavala” or “gundusha,” is an ancient Ayurvedic dental method that involves swishing about a tablespoon of oil (I use coconut oil, it is the most popular) in your mouth on an empty stomach for around 20 minutes. This action supposedly draws out toxins in your teeth and body, primarily to improve oral health but also to improve your overall heath.

The bacteria in your mouth are attracted to oil, they cling on when you are swishing it through your teeth. After about 20 minutes you spit it into a trash can or on the ground outside. You see, at below about 65 degrees Celsius coconut oil turns into a solid-like wax-type substance. If you spit it into the sink or toilet it could cause problems, then you would come after me and I could get hurt.

After getting rid of the oil, rinse your mouth with water, then brush your teeth.

On the subject of brushing teeth, I do not use the store bought kind with florid and other harmful stuff.
I make my own using coconut oil. Take a look:
http://wellnessmama.com/2500/remineralizing-toothpaste/

The technique:
When the coconut oil is warmer and liquidy, I add a natural peppermint flavoring and some baking soda, which is good for your teeth. I keep a large container of this mix that will last for many mornings.

When I first awaken in the morning, before I eat anything, I put a spoonful of coconut oil in my mouth. While swishing it around and pulling it through my teeth, I work on other stuff. After this time, it exits me into a container or on a lawn.

The results:

After about a month of doing this, I felt a change. It was pleasant again to rub my tongue on my teeth. Every night I brushed my teeth, this made my teeth feel even better.

You will find that your teeth are whiter, too.

Along with the teeth, I have felt healthier, too. I’ve not had to go to a doctor about feeling sick for a number of years.

Try this for a week or two and let me know the results you find.

July 27, 2015—What a joyful night we had two nights ago in Hapgood campground in NY state, a fabulous place. I regret now that we did not spend another night there.

As you know, we have the freedom to travel where we want to and when we want to, we just have to pick right when to go. So, off to find an internet connection.

I had wanted to get that last blog off you, but, sorry to say, that will come second to where we are at the time and time spent there. The words were written, I just did not have an internet connection.

Last night was spent at a Dennys parking lot under trees and quiet, quite nice it was (see how I used “quiet” and “quite” together, or, are you thinking “quit”?)

A nice breakfast of biscuits and gravy.

Yesterday I drove the miles, today Tina is behind the wheel.

Right now we are driving through yet another small town in America. There is McDonalds, Taco Bell, Sunoco—so much of the same thing in each town. That is why we like to stay away from cities and more to the natural areas.
Although, the other day we drove through some fabulous small towns and many beautiful gardens and homes.

All of the mom/pop stores and restaurants have sold out to the big biz ones, it is so sad. Every city and town in America is looking about the same now—yikes. And, from my time traveling worldwide, the world is following how America is, once again—so very sad.

To save on costs we stay off of any toll roads, getting there at about the same time, too. Plus, we get to drive through many interesting town and country sides.

In Canada, as well as the US, we passed many abandoned and empty houses. All the homeless and less to do people come to mind, but, once they are put into these abandoned buildings, how will they live? When we pass each one, each of us looks at the other and says, “We could fix up that one.”

We just passed a sign with an arrow pointing and the word, “Mexico”, we both had to laugh. Neither of us ever heard of Mexico, New York.

We are passing many houses. We both told each other that we never want to live in a house again:

• So limiting being a permanent resident.
• So much cost to maintain that lifestyle.
• So inexpensive to buy a van, convert it into a home, and travel.
• The freedom we are finding is spectacular.
• We are loving this life on the road.Next stop was a laundromat (yes, Ken, you read that right.) While we are waiting I am writing these words (obviously.) But, there is a nice lawn out back—very inviting—juggling time!

Just back in from juggling, the session felt good. I still feel that I could get back some of what I used to be able to do with juggling, but the body (mind) is saying no. Although, one guy was walking by and said, “Hey, you’re pretty good at that.” Little does he know . . .

The laundromat has a little library of books to read while you are waiting. I count about 50 books. So many books are released every year, how can I be surprised my “Beyond Your Potential” series never did take off? (Do you have a copy yet?) My book, “Juggling with Finesse” did go on to sell over 25,000 copies, though.

Yesterday, July 28, we decided to go see the falls, you know, Niagara Falls. Yes, the tourista in us is coming out. You can actually see the falls better watching videos on YouTube, but nice to say we were here. From the US side you can’t see much because they are doing improvements to the walk that goes out so you can see better. We wanted that better view, so . . .

. . . back to Canada, again. Yes, the views of the falls from the Canada side are more grand. It was worth the drive across the border again.

What was shocking was the number of tourists there on a Monday; we saw them everywhere (I know, I know, we were too.) We couldn’t imagine what it would be like during a weekend or holiday in the summer—yikes! Of course, there were all the shops and things to keep these tourists happy.

Saw many people while out walking, NO ONE looked at me, smiled, or said “hi”. This is one of my pet peeves (I had another pet once, a doggy named Spot, would this be the same?) But, there were a few kids who looked at me and were friendlier. Seems that when we are younger we are more curious as to others. As people get older they “TURN” into adults (hope you haven’t.) They lose their curiosity, friendliness and interest of other people. I have a strong curiosity, I am most curious about every person—

What is their life like?
What have they achieved?
Where they going in their life?
Do they like mangoes?
Yes, I wrote about this subject before, this non-communication really does bug me, or, am I just being weird? Let me know.

How about you:
Are you friendly with other people?
Do you say “hi” to others?
Do smiles come from your face for most people?
Do you offer people mangoes?

Seems to me it would be a better world if everyone acknowledged everyone else in a friendly way. I don’t mean kisses or how a dog will sniff another dog’s butt, but we can all share a friendship (did you see how I used “butt” and “but” one after the other?)

We are seeing houses along the drive currently and a road near Richbucto, Canada and wonder what these people do for a living, so far from any town or city. This goes for many areas we have seen on our drive, what could these people do. Here is my curiosity coming in.

For the evening meal we decided to do Chinese food, and there happened to be one right across the street where we were (I guess that is how we decided on Chinese.) The food was not that great, simply eatable. We talked with girl who served us, she looked like she was in her 20’s, and told her of our travels. She was quite interested and told us that she has never ventured from that small town. Tina and I both said later that we just wanted to kidnap her and take her with us to experience life. Kidnapping, I would never, but Tina often
Kit-naps me.

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I have been fortunate in my life to have traveled much. In fact, just the other day I was looking through our map book to see what states in the US I have not been to. I saw that I have visited all 50 states of the US. As well, I went to Europe three times, Japan three times, and spent a month in Australia and month in New Zealand.

I am seeing that we could set up to travel like we are now in any country, and will. After arriving in the country we will purchase a Van to travel in and I will fix up the inside to live in.
China—here we come—watch out!

Then Russia.

Speaking of travels, Tina and I have been talking. We are heading up in Michigan right now to go to some bigger parks in the top of the state. After we might go through Canada to get to Wisconsin. Then we will be driving down through Wisconsin to visit friends of mine who live near Chicago (looking forward to seeing you, Ken and Paul.)

After Chicago we are planning to go back to Pennsylvania. September 13 could be a big change in the world and we want to be back near each of our kids. The Jewish Shemitah is happening at this time, and dire times are forecast.

The Shemitah is a Jewish event that happens every seven years. Most all Shemitah years have had a major financial change in the world.

I don’t want to scare you, my friend, just be somewhat prepared.
Watch this to learn more: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rkELgi6EkNo

As you might know, I am not a believer in any god or mystical thing. What I am concerned about are the people who “think” they heard something from their god and blowing up something or attacking someone or something. There are some crazies out there who might just do such a thing, thinking their god told them to.

Just prepare yourself and your family for upcoming possible events.

Also, prepare yourself for the event of Kit and Tina coming over for dinner?

We just passed the sign that showed the way to Kalamazoo. We both looked at each other and laughed, a funny word this is.

July 30—Last night was the best night at a campground yet. Brush Lake Campground in Michigan is beautiful. In the camping space you park on the grass. The two nights we spent there were quite restful. In fact, the first night we were the only ones there, a long drive in on a dirt road to get in. At one point on that first night my clothes accidentally fell off, for a while. Yes, Kit with no clothes on, you should have seen it (no, might be better that you didn’t.) On the first night, the big bottle of wine disappeared, as we went into comfort in our minds.

The morning on the next day, I heard fish jumping high out of the lake to get bugs, what a delight. The wilderness is so pleasant. What was strange was there were hardly any sounds of birds around.

The cost, with my discount, was only five bucks a night at this gorgeous campground. We could live here forever and we love it. But, as you know, we travel with the warmth and it would get too cold here in the winder.

August 2—After having a restful night at Pine Lake Campground, we decided to take a walk to see the lake. As we were departing our campsite we witnessed a lizard skittering off for the bushes. As we were approaching the lake we saw a skunk headed for the hills and Tina got startled and scared by a snake that slithered into the brush. Off over the lake we saw a heron gliding low with a fish in his mouth (her mouth?) All this within about 15 minutes.

I love nature.

Creatures, they’re there and their demeanor is usually nice. See that, all three ways to use the same word. The English language if a strange beast. I have heard that it is the most difficult language to learn from no knowledge of the language.

Our dinner of left overs and some chips and dip was excellent last night. Somehow food tastes so much better when you are in the wilderness. You must try and and see for yourself.

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Then, out of the wonderful park to continue to other destinations. We have been craving fresh corn-on-the-cob. On our way we saw a little farm with a sign that they had fresh produce, we had to go. We met Candy, a wonderful lady, who sold us some excellent ears of fresh corn, cucumbers, cherries, tomatoes, potatoes and fresh garlic. This produce is perfect, we can’t wait to consume. Take a look, maybe you can come here sometime? —— www.grossnicklefarms.com

In driving today we saw a mother, father and five baby turkeys cross the road right in front of us. I have never seen a baby turkey, this was amazing. Now, answer me this: why did the turkey family cross the road?

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At times I have to remember I am not living a dream; this has been fantastic, and could (will) continue for upcoming years.

Sunday, July 15, 2015>>As we passed from the US into Canada things changed—Less people, less traffic, less business, less signs—yes, it is like we are in a foreign country, and I like it! But first, we did have to make it into the country to the north.

Going through customs, Tina told them she had a canister of pepper spray (no, not for use on me), which, we found out, is not allowed in the country. So, we had to go through a secondary custom inspection, we gave them the pepper spray, they also searched the van. Fortunately, they found nothing else (what am I hiding?) The customs guy spoke good English, but French was apparent everywhere.

The trouble for me right away was, I never took the time to learn to speak Canadian, and so, having a hard time. But, we are finding a few people who can speak American, so it is not too bad (see me smile.)

Our first travels in this country, how wonderful. There are far less people, less buildings, less cars, less billboards and advertising, very nice. Everything we have been seeing looks very cleaned up and quite presentable.

To see a sign reading “100 kilometers per hour” was something new (60mph it is.) So sad that when President Jimmy Carter tried to convert the US into using the metric system the American’s did not go for it, such a better system for measuring. Yet, it is a new language for us, learning, learning.

We both love our time in Canada, so different it is. From the part we’ve seen so far, we think it is so very beautiful. The air, land and water are very clean, a pleasant experience. I could see us living here, but, of course, only in our van. As you know, we will travel for the warm weather, so Canada only in the summer. What do you think about going to Alaska next summer, Tina? They might even have covered bridges there.

Seeing so many covered bridges in Canada, very nice. Yes, we see them in Pennsylvania, but not nearly as many, neat to see the history that it provides. We didn’t go through one, so sorry for that, next time we’re up here?

One strange thing, we have been are some of the biggest sea gulls and crows we have seen. Yes, Scary sea gulls and creepy crows, an interesting thing. Did you see the movie birds? Yes, that scary.

Arriving in St. George, it was off to the beach. We drove a lot on this day, nice to arrive somewhere. First time for a long time we smelled stinky air, city air. You might be able to tell, we like parks, wilderness and the out-of-doors much better than any city. But, we did find park locations to explore.

Off we went to Kiwanis Centennial Park and beach, where we parked on the street and walked down to the beach. Many people at the beach, we fit right in. They do have a parking lot you can pay for, but street parking so close, we had to.

Next stop was St. John. Everything closed up early, like sixish. Spent the night last night in a 24 hour open McDonalds and slept well. Awoke to a clear sky, bright sun; a great start to a grand day. In fact, the whole day has been marvelous. We spent most of the morning at McDonalds working on computer.

July 13, 2015>>The morning was spent in Rockwood Park, a splendid place. In the park was Lily Lake Restaurant, where, after taking a nice bike ride, we had a lunch on the outside deck, which was overlooking the lake. Class was in the air, we felt superb. Lunch was very classy.

With this excellent weather, we both love it!

Seeing a group of duckies swim by, and nature all around, it makes me feel so good. What a perfect day with Tina spent at Rockwood Park in St. John in NB in Canada. See http://www.rockwoodpark.ca/. We took a short walk up to falls at Rockwood Park; a beautiful site awaited your eyes.

Off we go to watch the biggest tide change in the world. This was amazing; the tide went out more and more; going out a half mile out as we watched it. We also went to something called Reversing rapids—take a look, http://discoversaintjohn.com/places/fallsview-park/ This is the biggest tide water change in the world, because of how the land is and the pull of the moon.

It’s funny, I thought the entire east in Canada was French speaking, and we are not even hearing an accent from people. I am guessing it is spoken more in the province of Quebec and in Quebec City itself, as well as Montreal.

Natural thermal heating of a pool–we had to go in. Also, it had been a couple days since the last shower, so a need. This pool held saltwater, a nice change. With the heavier salt water, it was easy to float, quite fun. Into the shower they have after the swim. Now all clean and smiling we are.

Lobster for the second time, can you believe it? This was even more special than the other day with our lobster tails. Almas is a small, quaint place hidden away and hard to get to, but worth the effort.

July 15, 2015>>Every day we are doing so much, hard to keep up.

We found Julie through coachsurfing.com and we connected and are spending the night with her. What a fantastic vegetarian meal she made for us; a new friend is made. She loved her new skill after I taught her to juggle.

So good to meet new people in this way, traveling and always having a flow of new faces. Julie went on to earn her Ph.D. and she is still studying. I am so impressed with what she has done.

Living and traveling—why did we not think of doing this a couple years ago—what a pleasing new life this is. If you do not love your life how it is currently, you can always make the changes necessary to make your life better.

As we are driving between cities we are seeing houses that are really out in the boondocks. We wonder what these people possibly do for a living, how far might they have to travel for their work, how often do they have to take a trip to the market and how far; might you have answers? But, this would be for anyone who lives in the wilderness anywhere.

July 17, we decided to rent a campsite for tonight, and I’m so glad we did. Showers, free wifi, nice restaurant—a choice and a beautiful place. Sugarloaf Mountain in Cambellton, Canada is for skiing and in the summer, then, they developed off road biking for mountain biking.

We saw many young guys there who take the ski lift up, including their bike, then bike down on the difficult terrain. One fee for the day, as many times down as you want; looked like great fun. We had our bikes with us, but no.

July 18, 2015—We have a week until the juggling convention in Quebec that we are aiming for, so, we have time to spend. What better way to spend time than to head back down to Bar Harbor in Maine? We loved our time there and there is a little island off Bar Harbor that we did not get to—so here we go!

The first dismal weather we have had since we started out, a bad day as we pass from Canada back into the US. Right away we are seeing the difference of countries: More businesses and signs and people and . . . Felt safer and better in Canada for some reason, yet more familiar in the US. So, we return from a glorious time in Canada for bad weather and people and signs?

While in Canada our GPS and Cell phones were not working. So, we went back to the old ways of using maps and guessing. On return, nice to be able to depend on GPS and cell once again, this does make life easier.

Earlier I wrote about my traveling across country in the old days by car. Because they were not invented yet, I did not use GPS or cell. Boy, I wish I would have been the one to think of these things back then. What is the next advancement in humanity? Will you think of it?

Speaking of GPS, this reminds me of when we went to see a lighthouse lweek. There was someone there who was talking with visitors about the lighthouse (being a volunteer, such a nice thing to do.) He told us that this lighthouse, as well as most others in the world, are no longer needed, these days vessels us GPS to navigate. Surprised and sad to hear this.

We arrived at Quebec City in Canada for http://ym.juggle.org/?page=aboutfestival. The first day we were there I saw four Japanese jugglers arrive at 4am, and, talk about great juggling, these guys were the top; quite excellent. They spoke no English, but were able to communicate to the three of us that they were hungry. We helped them to find some vending machines and found a way to heat water for their cup-o-noodles, so they got satisfied.

I showed these four excellent Japanese jugglers the book I wrote in the eighties, Juggling with Finesse. Of course, they could not read a word, but loved all the photos. I gave them a copy and they were all so happy for that, bowing much.

But, it seemed, the skill level of most of the other jugglers at the convention was quite mediocre/amateur/hobbyist, at best. In fact, after only being there for three days of the six day convention, Tina and I headed out. I did not see how we could benefit from being there, and, more important, did not see how I could benefit anyone. On those three days I did go around and help all I could with improvement ideas for jugglers there.

Tina has a friend who she used to work with who let her know she was going to Kennebunkport, Maine with her boyfriend to camp for a few days. So, off we went and spent a lovely evening with them last night, before we were off to yet another Walmart to sleep the night. There were many vehicles there with sleeping people, the most I have seen.

Lobster again!? We are in Maine, you know, Maine lobster—fresh from the ocean—we had to, one final time. In these three times we had whole lobster, it had gotten better every time. Sooooooooooooo good.

July 25–Whoops, yesterday, as I was backing into a space to park the van, I accidentally backed into someone. This guy was so pissed off, hard to deal with him. In fact, I said, “my name is Kit, by the way”, he would not tell me his name. We were in a full parking lot, he was three feet into my side, which I did not see. Anyway, he called the cops to have them come out, so we had to wait.

Like I wrote, I was alright with what happened, but this guy bugged me, much. In fact, that night I awoke at 1:33am and could not get back to sleep again, thinking about this guy and how he was.

July 26, 2015—Last night we ventured into a national campground that was, simply, astonishing. With my pass the site was only $5, so nice it was. We took showers in the morning and feel so good today.

We met Russ, who is also travelling in his vehicle, a big motor home. He is working toward visiting all 48 states, nice. Learn more of Russ here>>> .https://russontheroad.wordpress.com/

We are back in New York State driving again, heading up to Adirondack Park. So very nice it is to drive through. We saw another covered bridge, this time we went through it.

Wanting to get these words off to you, I conclude now.

Hope you are enjoying life as much as I am.

Bye for now>>>>>>>>Kit