On The Road Again

Miss Mox and I were tripping again last weekend. No, no psychedelics were involved, though we were often gazing wide-eyed at the wonders along the way. And no “tripping” like acting crazy, though there was some of that, and there were certainly bizarre sights and adventures. We laughed and enjoyed the whole thing.

This time we went to Atlanta, to see her old friend play a show. We were only in town about 18 hours, some of them sleeping; we definitely need to go back again. Atlanta seems like an interesting city, and we also passed a lot of stuff along the route that we wanted to check out. Museums, restaurants, parks... Plus, we got to see the leaves change again since we were headed south. It was pretty, especially in the mountains. And the weather was perfect- almost 70 in Atlanta, and clear the whole time. Our rented Camry was a good cruiser, too, even though it felt like a boat to me- I'm used to small cars, and Camrys were small a long time ago but not anymore.

The concert was fun, and I got to meet her friend and hear more stories of the old days. We hung out with him and other friends before and after the show, but not nearly long enough.

On the way down we stayed in Berea, Kentucky. That too is worth a return visit, mainly because of Berea College. It's a pretty school, small, in a small town, with rolling hills, so it's nice anyway. But their mission is to provide an education for those who can't afford it. Plus, they're very open-minded, the campus is very green, etc. We were both astounded.

She and I do roadtrips together very well, and have since the beginning. I find roadtrips good tests of relationships, of any sort- family, friends, lovers. Family vacations crammed in the backseat with siblings, college type trips, vacations as a couple- put any people in a small space for a long time, and see what happens. From our first trip together, we have been good partners, road warriors. Copilots in the best sense of working together. Laughing at signs. Discussions deep and shallow. Car concerts, solo and duet. Stopping to explore. Relaxing. I can't wait to get on the road again with her. Wherever we go, wherever we are, she's my favorite person.