We weren't planning on going to Newfoundland, but the giant squid on the side of our 24-foot Uhaul is quite obviously lobbying for that destination. Beth, the giant squid and I are still in deep negotiations regarding where we'll actually end up. Most likely we won't be in Newfoundland, although I hear it is beautiful this time of year.
Thursday had us driving into the big city of Elkins to get our 17-foot Uhaul. I am not sure what exotic creature was on the side of that one. We crawled up into the 17 footer and scratched our chins. "We better get the bigger one." So we got the bigger one and it's a good thing. We filled the 24-footer to the brim. Our friends Kevin, Cree, and Brent all came up the mountain to help us fill our truck. Harlan and Amanda Judy stopped by in the morning as well and helped move heavy things and send us their farewells. They are all awesome and great and it's these kind of friendships that are the hardest things to leave.
I must say that the packing mastery is evidenced by the picture. It is practically a work of art. I am sure all of you would find it awe-inspiring. One of the last challenges of the day was getting the parts motorcycle into the truck. "Doesn't everybody have a parts motorcycle?" I wonder. Of course. We had to run it up the ramp onto another car ramp to clear the lip. What could possibly go wrong? We waited for Beth to run and get the camera because we knew it was going to be good. With no hesitation (well maybe a little), we ran that thing up the ramp to success. About half way onto the car ramp, I did get a little scared, but the rest of the team rose above and got the job done. It was a good way to finish the day.
Nice! Yeah, loaded a cycle in a truck is no joke. Speaking from experience, it hurts, both you and the bike if and when it falls off the ramp. There's a reason to be scared.
ReplyDeleteSweet, a canoe too! That Uhaul is complete!
Best wishes gang, we'll keep an eye on your blog. Travel safe and have the time of your life!