Day 19: June 9, 2008

I was asleep for what seemed like a minute, then we pulled into a gas station. Stitch was done and wanted sleep. I knew I was up next so I got down, and bought me a Rockstar. I hate this shit, but to be honest it really works. I can't sleep when I drink this stuff. I only use it on long drives, because it really does the trick.

This drive was pretty uneventful. I mean, we wanted to get home, that was the focus. No big deal. We went through Colorado, then New Mexico, then The Panhandle. The further south, the less engaging the scenery. I'm telling you, we got ripped off in that department. I fell asleep after lunch and woke up about an hour from Dallas. Joseph and Emsy killed the rest of the drive after I was done. They did a great job. We got to Dallas, unloaded the gear at the studio, and I took everyone home.

Finally I saw my kid and my wife. They were waiting with open arms. I didn't get home till 10pm. I have to admit that it was a little strange finally being home and relaxing and sleeping in own bed. It'd been long time. I was happy, but unsettled. Adjusting from tour mode should take a day or two. My hours are all screwed up. I'm glad to be home, and now it's time to focus hard on the rest of the summer and more writing music and more touring. We'll see what happens. I hope you guys stay in touch. We got some interesting things coming up.

The tour is over and we played with dozens of bands, met great folks, made good connections, and again, I am inspired more than ever. We rocked crowds, lost items of clothing, ate good and bad food, bathed when we could, and have explored the great Northwest. What's next? The Midwest? The East Coast. It's all out there for the taking.

Oh yeah, the van did great. She drove about 5,450 mi. give or take a few.