He failed algebra, not english

When I first heard about the idea of traveling the country I knew I had to jump on this opportunity of a lifetime, what i hadn’t realized was this epic journey was going to change my life forever. As we embarked on our journey it hadn’t hit me until we got to the grand canyon that I would find total inner peace with myself. As i looked out into the horizon and just saw beautiful canyons which seemed like they were never ending, I realized for the first time i am just this small creature in this big world. It was surreal to hear nothing and take in everything and feel like I have a blank slate to start my life fresh and new. When i seen the looks on Neil's and Matt’s faces i think we all realized how amazing this experience was going to be. We probably sat there for a few minutes taking it all in, which seemed like an eternity and at that moment i knew what we were about to endure was something most people dream of and only few actually act upon. I am very fortunate to have had this opportunity to explore every coast line, every climate, and almost every major city with two people who i can consider my brothers, even though i just met peanut and think he’s a flaming homo.

After the serenity of the grand canyon we traveled through the mojave dessert to the pacific coast highway, which was breathtaking. I felt as though we were in another country. I have seen pictures of Scotland's coastline and it is jaw dropping, i didn’t know a place this beautiful existed in the United States. We drove most of it in silence taking in the amazing view of rock formations in the middle of the ocean, the cliffs bordering the ocean, the indescribable beaches, and the windy road which took us through it. We then made our journey to Redwood National Forest where the trees seemed like they were never ending. The site of 300 foot plus trees everywhere is unbelievable. On to Montana where we went to Glacier National Park. Let me tell you this is one of the most amazing things i’ve ever seen. The hundreds of mountain ranges with snow covered peaks and the lakes in the middle of them made the perfect setting. Don’t ask me why or how, because I can’t explain it, but at this given point of our trip i realized that all my problems didn’t matter anymore, because all life's problems are temporary and can be fixed. There’s so many beautiful things to see and do rather than dwell on everyday crap, that truly is crap. Now that I was starting to have a different outlook on life, we traveled to what felt like back in time to Yellowstone...Unbelievable. The wildlife, geysers, hot-springs, and forest is truly incredible. Everyone needs to go to at least one of these places before they kick the bucket... Mt. Rushmore can be left out it looks better on a postcard and Roswell.... as peanut put it..... gay as AIDS. Our final stop took us to Chicago, which in my opinion is the nicest city i have ever seen (sorry Mike San Diego is definitely my second). It’s skyline is gorgeous, it’s very clean, and for the most part everyone’s really friendly.

Now I’m sitting in the van on our last leg of the trip, not wanting it to end, thinking of our experiences and all the amazing things i never thought I’d get to see, but I am anxious to see everyone back home. I had an amazing time with two of the coolest and real people. They definitely made the dull and boring moments not last very long. I wish them both the best of luck with their new careers starting soon and I’m glad i got to be a part of this trip. 9,000 miles in a minivan = I’m ready to sleep in my own bed.

Along our way we stayed with some friends and family, which I really appreciated. Thank you for putting us up and taking us out or telling us what we
needed to see...(Emily, Thor & Family, Baldwin, Aubrey, Jimmy & Miriam, Drew
and Uncle Rick & Aunt Linda). I have to add that Baldwin hooked us up in almost every city with hotel suites for practically nothing. He also took us on a tour of san diego, took us surfing, and showed us that rope swings from rooftops were possible...incredible thanks man it was great seeing you. I’m glad your living the dream and making it all happen. Thor... you showed us southern hospitality and that everything in Texas really is bigger. I had a blast, you showed us a great time, thanks. We also met some interesting people and seen many different styles of living. I saw everything from extreme poverty to extreme riches. I am very fortunate to be where I’m at in life and will not take anything for granted. I’m ready to flush this toilet.

Things I’ve learned:
New Orleans is full of the best musicians, great food, bums, cross dressers, and
bourbon street is crazy every night.
Thor is the man, Houston is bigger than CT, BBQ and tex mex here is better than
anywhere else
The Grand Canyon is mind boggling
Baldwin is still the man and San Diego is one of the coolest places to live-surf one day and snowboard the next.
The Pacific Coast Highway is by far the most scenic drive
Driving for this long sucks, but is well worth it
Yellowstone is Jurrassic Park
Peanut has multiple personalities
Neil is gay
Buffalo’s take big shits
No one knows CT exists
Roswell... enough said
Chicago is beautiful
The golden gate bridge isn’t that big compared to Peanut
Neil likes to traverse cliff edges 500 feet up from death
Asians are everywhere
They’re both assholes
Chicks are for fags and I ain’t gay
Male nurses take their jobs very serious i don’t know how many times i’ve heard
medical bullshit
Rich and spoiled snobs don’t know what an electrician is
Everyone needs to experience a trip like this before they die

.....By the way to clarify things..... The old man grunting and having a hard time with himself in the urinal couldn't get his weiner out of his pants, so i didn’t see old man rivers penis, but according to two male nurses who enjoy cleaning old balls, this makes me gay.

Peanut... it was an uncomfortable pleasure meeting you... even though your the man... your still gay... and don’t be a dick your whole life

Neil... thanks for planning this trip it was amazing, your the man, and if you
ever plan on doing this again can we leave peanut out?