On Wed, 11 Jun 2008 23:43:05 GMT, "Dave Bugg" >
wrote:

>Well, my youngest son, Ethan, just finished his high school sophomore year.
>As I've done with each of my kids when they've reached this age, I'll be
>taking him on a two week road trip to an area of America that he has chosen
>to visit.
<snip>

>The goal is to create a singular life-long memory for Ethan, so things are
>geared toward his needs and sensibilities. Nothing is set in stone so we can
>be flexible about what is going on and make changes as needed.
>
>As for me, this is a bittersweet trip. It will be - just like the other
>trips - a wonderful and special time that I will always cherish. But it also
>marks a passage. It is the last trip of its kind that I will take since
>Ethan is the last child. Sigh.

sounds like a sweet trip, dave. even if ethan doesn't remember it,
you will. happy trails!

your pal,
blake