It’s a lovely Spring Sunday and Elise, her friend Meg, and our neighbor Crystal (left to right) are exercising their collective entrepeneurial spirit and selling Kool-Aid to passers-by. It’s 5 cents a cup, which most people won’t turn down. But most people pay more than a nickel, either for convenience, sympathy, or the cuteness factor. They’re savvy marketers. Good for them!

I just spoke with Rich Luhr, he of the illustrious Tour of America. He called to make sure I was not freaking out as our day to pick up the trailer approached. I’m not. Mostly. But I do fixate on the stressful aspects of towing and using the trailer and — as Danine reminded me — I need to focus on the excitement of this trip! Rich had both practical advice and good words of support. Our trip is a big undertaking and we really do need to rely on the wisdom and generosity of many people, friends and family alike.

So a few more things to do and buy before we leave next Saturday and then we tackle the first really big milestone and pick up our rig. Good for us!