Out in the boonies around Navajo, Arizona, eastbound on I-40. We're headed to Indiana. Hartford City, I believe. So far USX has kept us moving. We were turned around pretty quickly in California. Of course, since we're inclined to ass around a bit they'll probably keep us moving. That's a good thing. We need to build up some money before Mara's surgery and downtime. But if we sit a little here and there we won't complain.

As for the personal stuff, I'm going to have to make my peace. I think Mara is trying. I just haven't been very responsive. I need to get past this. However much I might like to feel sorry for myself and prefer to think these issues have been a little one-sided, I'm keenly aware that I am no walk in the park. So while I may be cautious and as determined as ever that I be treated fairly and with respect, I realize that there's work to be done on my part.

First I need to throw off this funk I've been insince I read Mara's blog. We need to move on from this and start working toward tomorrow. I'm a little frightened of what tomorrow will bring. Maritally. Financially. Spiritually. But that's tomorrow. Today I'm driving through the mesas at the border. It's beautiful out here and at the moment life is good.

Mara just got up. I think I'll go enjoy her company.