(this is a second attempt. The previous PERFECT note disappeared. Thanks facebook!)
So...
I'm taking Kyla on a bus trip.
We're headed down to Kansas to visit my dad and then across to BC to see my sister. The trip is a whole day on a Greyhound bus from here down to KS, where we'll visit with my dad for a couple days... and then it is two days on a bus over to BC. We'll stay nearly a week there and then the three day long-haul trip home.
I know it may seem a little bit crazy to suggest I can pull this kind of thing off with a 4 year old in tow, but.... I think I can pull it off!!
I've read all kinds of online tips and tricks for long-distance traveling with a child... and I've put together a fairly competent tool-kit of entertainment. The best part is -- I wont be driving! So I'll be able to interact with Kyla and we can keep each other occupied.
I'm writing this note to share our plans and to seek out any wisdom or advice that you may have! (Other than "Dear ghawd woman! What are you thinking?! Have you lost your mind?! Don't do it!")
So if you've done any extended traveling with young minds and have words to share about what worked (or what didn't!) please PLEASE feel free to comment here!
The truth is, I haven't seen my dad since my daughter was 4 months old and I miss him greatly. My sister has been in BC since April and wont be back until next spring -- so the idea of not seeing her for nearly a year is terrible! The reason for going by bus is simply to attempt to cut costs... but truly, I think it can be an adventure and a great experience for both Kyla and myself!
We depart on August 14th and aren't back until August 31st. I hope everyone is having a great summer and I plan on seeing many of you in the fall!
I keep telling myself "What is life without its challenges?!" But fear I may have bitten off more than I can chew this time! So please leave some advice or even just words of encouragement! I'm feeling a little anxious about the whole experience (and there is no need to make mention of anything that has been in the news recently!) ...
A very happy August to everyone! :)
