7/19/2015

If a tornado had struck, we would have been in the middle of it. Drops pelted the trailer the entire night while clouds swirled and lightning flashed. The thunder resonated through the air and caused our metallic home to vibrate. Before we fell to sleep, Crystal asked, “If the trailer gets struck by lightning will we be safe?” It was a good question. I thought the rubber tires on the vehicle would keep us from harm but I just didn’t know.

I didn’t have much breakfast. I found out that I had an interview to give and that it was eight miles away. I slipped on some light shoes with bright colors and prayed for good weather. I hit the wet ground and kicked up mud as I ran along the street. Again, I recognized familiar roads...

7/14/2015

With heavy curtains blocking out all traces of light, it was easy for my overworked body to remain limp in the large cozy bed. The act of lifting my head from the pillow took an enormous effort. To get myself going, I walked to the restroom and splashed ice cold water on my face. I had a thirty mile day ahead of me and I needed a jolt. Sustenance was necessary to kick off the functions of my brain and my body. My morning started with a couple bowls of cranberry almond cereal. The little berries were sweet and the almonds were hearty. I had been craving cereal for a while so the meal hit the spot.

The day began with plenty of rain and broken patches of sidewalk. I ran past familiar buildings and even spotted the place I had purchased all the material to create Chuck...

7/13/2015

The summer season was very deceptive. Of course my days had been humid but I had missed the sun on many days. Perhaps it was a good thing for me. At least I didn’t need to worry as much about being sunburnt.

The country roads were so quiet I could hear my heartbeat. I felt my lungs pumping the oxygen in and out of my body. My respiratory system had always disliked humidity and the damp air had me struggling for my breath. I focused my energies into my footsteps and found a good rhythm. The occasional dog came running out from nowhere but they were all bark and no bite. The highlight of the day came when Crystal and I stopped at a library in the small town of Forest. Their entranceway contained many super heroes which greeted the guests...