Arizona to California

Day three... Good morning Flagstaff. 

This town is a winner. I have a feeling we'll be going back here one day to visit. 

Our first view of snow-capped mountains. 

And finally, California.

We made it to California and opted for the "scenic route" to end our journey. Little did we know that this route would take us through the desert, with no gas stations, with very dippy roads. We found one gas station, just in time, and paid way too much for a few gallons of gas to get us to the next bit of civilization. They also had lots of dips and bumps, which our very well-behaved cat did not like.

And finally to our new temporary home, with a very nice view from the balcony. 

Mountains and palm trees. 

The buggies made it without incident, as well. :)

Hey California. :)

Oklahoma to Arizona

Day two... more photos were taken today because of the incredible boredom one feels while driving through a wintery southern landscape for hours on end. We departed Oklahoma City bright and early and rolled into a dreary Texas with sleep still in our eyes.

We managed to stay on course for most of our journey, despite knowing that there were many things and places we could have stopped and seen. This one place was a must-see though. Some old Cadillacs are planted in the ground and are frequently tagged by people with spray paint cans. 

Welcome to Cadillac Ranch.

Back on the road! We swapped places and Kim took the lead for awhile.

Texas to New Mexico...

It was pretty cool to see the landscapes change as we drove. Things went from brown to colorful, flat to bumpy, bland to colorful.

A pit stop to check on the beast...

New Mexico to Arizona...

I appreciate that the sign says to bring your cameras.

And as we got close to our resting point for the night, the sunset decide to put on a show. It was beautiful.

Saint Louis to Oklahoma

Day one... a new mug, an eager gnome, and off we go. 

Saint Louis to Oklahoma City, with a well-behaved cat, two cars, lots of luggage and lots of nerves.

A family selfie, with the cat in a cage.

There are not many photos because this day was mostly so surreal that I didn't think to get the camera out very often. A cow on a brown landscape, some phone booths, and my family were all that seemed to stand out to me. Saying goodbye to the place that I had called home for 31 years was a bit overpowering on the first day.

Moving Out...

The moving out days finally arrived. Both of us had our "last day" at work and came home to finish up the packing. One of Kim's co-workers gave her a grab bag of treats, including a lei that Zoe loved. 

Zoe loved finding all of the new places to sit and look out the window.

We found this beer, just before leaving. I'm pretty sure this has to be my new favorite beer. Luckily, it tastes good, as well as looking good. :)

The piles of hot fries that Kim's co-workers gave her as a goodbye. :)

Zoe likes them, too!

And finally, our tiny box arrives. Let the real-life Tetris begin! 

Norm the traveling gnome approved.