Day 100 One last deep breath before the book release plunge. See you tomorrow, everyone. From the Book “You are just an ordinary person but one who loves the world and its roads and ways with all his heart. Love and power usually do best with those who don’t seek them out but instead accept … Read more
Day 99: Forever is almost here So here we are. 99 days ago, we started our countdown to forever. And now, forever is almost here. On Monday, Sept. 8, Forever the Road is available everywhere. Behind the scenes, I’m taking care of final details, talking with folks, and fist-pumping with every email. It’s been an … Read more
Day 96: 5 Days Till FOREVER THE ROAD Here’s that bit written out: “As long as we live, we are not helpless. Overpowered and outmatched, completely. Likely to fail, without a doubt. But against all odds, we are also alive. Life is opportunity. As long as we’re alive, we have a chance.” — Forever the … Read more
Day 95: Let’s Keep It Simple It may not be the oldest question in the universe, but as fundamental questions go, it’ll do for that eternal query of all those who globetrot, wanderlust, and roadhit. So what are you: a traveler or a tourist? Tune in Next for… Wed., Sept. 3, Day 96: 5 Days … Read more
Day 91: 10 Days Till Forever the Road Friday Word of the day: PAPERBACKS! You can now get signed and numbered copies of Forever the Road directly from me, $15.99 + shipping. The Martini of Destiny and Home Sweet Road also available, $8.99 each. Paperback orders also come with a code for free copies of … Read more
Day 90: 11 Days till FOREVER THE ROAD 11 is a good number. Rufus Wainwight has a great song about it: “Woke up this morning, at 11:11. Wasn’t in Portland, and I wasn’t in Heaven.” (Easy to get those confused.) 2011 is the year my son was born. 11 is the number of my fave … Read more
Day 87: And Now the Plunge Pssssst. Hey! Come a little closer. Gotta tell ya something. Excuse me while I scope this place out, you know, to make sure this is a private conversation. Okay. Good. Since it’s only you and me here, I wanted to let you in on a little something something. Forever … Read more
Day 84: FOREVER THE ROAD Goodreads Giveaway Winners! We have winners! Individually gift-wrapped thank-yous to everyone who entered the Forever the Road Goodreads Giveaway. The giveaway closed Aug. 20. Here are the 5 lucky winners who will each receive a signed and numbered copy of the paperback edition: Diana Banciu, France Dhia Nouioui, Tunisia Jeanette … Read more
Day 81: 20 Days Till Forever the Road As I finish this post, over 1,200 people have entered the Goodreads Giveaway for Forever the Road. Today is the last day for the Giveaway, which closes at midnight, Aug. 20. If you haven’t already, this is your last chance to get in the running: Goodreads Book … Read more
Day 80: It’s Getting Real I broke the Sunday Rule. My wife and I are both self-employed, so it’s easy for us to work pretty much all the time. We have a rule that Sundays are a no-work day for us. It ensures that we have at least one day where the work tasks are … Read more