Okay here goes. My wife passed away from the complications of brain tumors in December 2012, and I have spent the time since, trying to figure out what to do next. She battled bravely for 12 years before coming to peace, and it's been another seventeen months for me, living in a confused state, a kind of limbo actually. It's not like there has been nothing going on. Both my son and my daughter got married over the last year, which has made my very happy. But now I find myself alone and without a purpose of taking care of someone. Even work became less than satisfying, as my passion for things has diminished.

     Well now it's time to find what I'm looking for. I need an adventure, something to spark the joy of life that is contributing to society. I love to travel, write, investigate, and solve mysteries, so that's what I'm going to do, and I will document my progress. I really don't know where it will lead, but isn't that the best part of life? What could be better than an open road? Will it be stormy or awash in sunlight? I hope it will be interesting for both me and you.

     I have now officially retired with my last work day being Friday May 23, 2014. I did that so I could move forward into the unknown and live each day, one at a time. I do hope you join me and feel free to comment or question me. Nothing is off limits, just please be polite.

     The first stop is St Petersburg Florida, coming up on Wednesday. I have plenty of family there, but no one knows I am coming. This should be interesting.