07/29/2015 (Day 38)

This is where I made my camp site last night. I took a picture of it with the hammock up but it didn’t come out.

This is a different hammock my daughter’s friend Tom gave to me to try out. It is a Vietnam era military issue. It has mosquito netting all around it was actually very comfortable I also acquired a small pillow. I just slept for 15 hours staying up for 36 was not a good idea but I covered lots of miles. I’m going on a hunt for food today I’m down to 11 bucks so I have to make that last. My buddy John “weather dude” says I’m ok for the time being with rain so I’m going to eat and then make a move!! More later much love to ya!

I met a homeless couple and after talking to them I’m amazed at how many “assistance” programs there are that are almost impossible to get assistance from. Robert lost his job due to illness and they soon lost their house. They applied to several programs but because they haven’t lived in Daytona for a year or had no minor children no one would help them. They live in a tiny tent bought at a garage sale for 5 bucks. They looked so tired I wanted to take their picture but I didn’t want to embarrass them. I shared my Ramon noodles and tuna with them and talked for an hour. They also can’t stay in a shelter together because they don’t have kids so they choose to stay together in the tent. Rob and Susan I wish you my best. )-:
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07/28/2015 (Day 37)

Well I set a personal record walking over 60 miles I’m stoked! I’m trying to get to Jacksonville ASAP I want to go to church at Trinity Baptist Church on Sunday with my friends. I also had a surgery there last year that is giving me trouble causing quite a bit of pain. I’m going to take a quick nap then take some pictures and get them posted on here. I’m going to go slow today and enjoy the scenery! Will post more later… Much Love

07/27/2015 (Day 36)

Got an early start today and am feeling pretty good. I hope to make it north of Titusville if all goes well. I’m not sure of the rain outlook I’m scared to look at it lol. Slept ok last night I stopped by the hospital ER waiting room and asked to charge my phone and get water they told me I could hang out and stay dry so I pulled out my sheet and slept in a big chair. They were very nice and had lots of questions about my trip. I’ve met lots of really nice people so far and I’ve barely got started I’ve gone just shy of 350 miles. I look forward to getting north out of the heat! Well I’m going to concentrate on taking more pictures today. Much Love to all!

Well I’m making good time today after the slow rain days I think I’m going to try to walk all night. I’m in some shady neighborhoods do want to get them behind me. I will admit my feet and back hurt, I’m a little hungry but have to budget, and I miss my girls. (You to Sab-banna and Sandy lol) I’ve bit off a big chunk here and there is no turning back. If I walk straight thru till lunch tomorrow I may make Daytona there is a church there I can rest at and get some good food. Wish me luck and remember…
Pray 
Meditate 
Be aware/Stay awake 
Bow 
Feel 
Sing 
Breathe and smile 
Relax/Enjoy/Laugh/Play 
Create/Envision 
Let Go/Forgive/Accept 
Walk/Exercise/Move 
Work/Serve/Contribute 
Listen/Learn/Enquire 
Consider/Reflect 
Cultivate oneself/Enhance  
Cultivate contentment 
Cultivate flexibility 
Cultivate friendship and collaboration 
Lighten up 
Celebrate and appreciate 
Dream 
Give thanks 
Evolve 
Love 
Share/Give/Receive 
Walk softly/Live gently 
Expand/Radiate/Dissolve 
Simplify 
Surrender/Trust 
Be born anew
As always much love!

07/26/2015 (Day 35)

Bank on the road again, stopped off at daily bread a great place that feeds the homeless. I volunteered there for years do I grabbed lunch and spoke to a few people. Check out the pictures below!

I will post more later much love, Rasta

Another slow day rain rain rain… I’m going to try to walk thru the night if weather permits. I want to be in Daytona by Wednesday!! Wish me luck

07/25/2015 (Day 34)

Another rain day.. I’m going to try to get out of Brevard tomorrow. Looking forward to Palm Coast and Daytona. Much Love to all
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07/24/2015 (Day 33)

Woke up wet still with rain heading this way. I slept in some woods that had caught on fire in the past so my gear got real dirty lol. I truly look like a homeless freak!! I’m going to walk until the rain hits then I am going to clean up and go to my granddaughters birthday party. This will be the last time I will see family for awhile. I may start walking again tonight if the rain stops if not first thing tomorrow! Wish me luck!!! Much Love I’ll post more later

The rain got me again… I left early so I could beat it… Well didn’t work lol. I will keep pressing on a mile at a time. My goal is to get out of Brevard tomorrow wish me luck… Much Love!! Rasta

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07/23/2015 (Day 32)

On the road!! Next planned rest stop is Jacksonville, Florida! Going to spend a couple of days there with some close friends from Trinity Rescue Mission the place that started this crazy idea. I should be there in a week or so! I will write more tonight when I stop I’m not sure where I’m going to camp tonight I am very familiar with this area and it is very populated. I guess we will see, well till later much love.

Well I only made it 7.2 miles have been dodging rain and it is about to pour again I snuck into the woods and put up the hammock. I’m pretty tired I think I took to much time off and am out of shape… getting old is rough. I’m going to rest here and wait to see what the rain does maybe a nap then I can continue. Well wish me luck!!
Much Love and I already miss all of you!

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07/21/2015 (Day 30)

Hanging out with my Tiene!!

Hanging out with the Grandkids!!

Chilling at home!!

Hanging out with Ky!!

Hanging with my new friends!!

Ok I cheated and spent a few extra days here but I accomplished a lot. I met with Bass Pro Shops and they donated a new backpack, mine was having serious issues. I am packed up ready to go. It is much harder to leave this time I have had such a good time with all of the people I care about. I am going to start back right away and will resume the blog daily. Again I’m sorry for taking such a long break but it was worth it! Thank you for all the support and thank you to all the wonderful people I’ve met on this trip.

Let’s do this!!

Much Love!!

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07/14/2015 (Day 23)

My visit is coming to an end hanging with the kids. )-:

I am going to start packing up today for a departure on Wednesday or Thursday. I’m going to miss Kristin and Justiene and my little grandchildren a lot. And the new friends I’ve met. Savannah, Sandy, Dalton, & Chad you guys are hilarious…

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07/10/2015 (Day 19)

Well I made it to Sebastian yesterday 315 miles and got to spend the evening with my daughter Justiene and my buddy Eddie! I’m going to spend a couple of days with my daughter Kristin and a couple of days with Justiene then it’s back on the pavement. Kristin has a couple of news outlets stopping by to interview me that should be awesome to get the word out. ABC stopped by yesterday afternoon that was nice. Well I will post more later much love to all!!

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