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Life is an amazing journey. Here we share our experiences on the open road. Come along for the ride.

The Transmission Failed. The Journey Didn’t.
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The Transmission Failed. The Journey Didn’t.

We made it to Thanksgiving, but not home. Stranded in Arvin, California with a whining engine and a seized transmission plug, Ruby and I found ourselves bouncing between tow trucks, dealerships, fogged-in solar, and unexpected kindness. This is the story of how a blown transmission pushed us off course — and still led us back home.

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Limp Mode Living
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Limp Mode Living

Another week in limp mode meant late-night moves through quiet streets, uncertainty with a missing mechanic, and searching for a way forward. But in the middle of it all came a few unexpected moments of kindness that reminded us we’re not alone on this road.

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