This morning we woke up in Pendleton, Oregon, and let the ducks get out and stretch their wings and get some fresh water and food. We stopped at the Pendleton Rest stop, which is more of an overlook. We had a great view of the Blue Mountains and the valley below them. We only stopped for a few minutes to let the bus cool down. It was a nice break off the road and there wasn't anyone else around, so it was very peaceful. We headed next to the Charles Reynolds Rest Area for a longer time. We ate some lunch and took a moment to organize things on the bus better, and throw away our trash. It also gave us time to clean out the duck's pens and lay down new bedding, and also walk around the area a bit. It was covered in information about the local Native American tribes that once populated the area. We got back on the road and made our way towards the Idaho state line. Once we crossed it around 3:30 p.m. all of our phones immediately sent out a time zone change notification. We passed a lot of windmills, which was nice to see with the pink sky backdrop. We made it through Idaho, and into Ogden, Utah, for the night. It was a lot of road time today, but we are making great time so far. Looking forward to day three.
We left today on our Eclipse Road Trip and we took off later than we expected, but it was still a lot of fun taking off and looking forward to exploring places we've never been. We made it to Pendleton, Oregon, and will be sleeping here tonight. The ducks are handling the trip well, so far.
We mapped out our entire trip on the way there, which will take us through Price, Utah. I am most excited about seeing the place where I was born. It's been on my bucket list for a very long time.
We picked up these solar eclipse glasses before we left. I grabbed as many as I could find. I also picked up a box of 200 piece glow sticks, bracelets, necklaces, and glasses.
The bus looks overpacked, but we are so thrilled to be taking her on a long distance trip for the first time. I'm hoping to get things organized as we go, so it doesn't seem so cluttered. We are also hoping this trip gives us an idea of what works in the bus on trips and what doesn't. We stopped and got a few last minute things. I stayed on the bus with the animals and Hardy was concerned on where Jeff and Skylar went. He kept a watch for them the whole time. One of our big concerns on this trip is whether the animals will be comfortable.
City lights as we approach Pendleton, Oregon. We will stay here tonight and get back on the road tomorrow.
We participated in Natural Grocers/Vitamin Cottage Golden Egg Hunt this week. It was their community activity for spring. We were afraid we weren't going to find one, but we went around the corner and Skylar immediately spotted it. Inside was a store gift card for $25. Score!
2. These boxes.
This week two Kiwi Eco Boxes came, and our Mighty Nest Mighty Fix. I am not sure why both boxes came, but I'm not complaining. My favorite thing in the first box is the eye mask. I love these things and with having sensitive skin, so this one was perfect. I've already been using it each night this week. The soap and soap-saver bag in the Mighty Nest box was a hit again this month. I love the smell of these soap from Oars and Alps smells amazing. The light scent of juniper berries is nice and the soap saver bag helps use up every little bit, so it doesn't go down the drain. My favorite thing in the second Kiwi Eco Box is the bath bomb from Renew Bath and Body. It smells amazing!
3. This view.
Selmet has changed so much over the years. It went from a smaller company and everyone knew each other, and one building in the shape of a U, to more buildings, a larger parking lot, and a lot more people. I used to drive there on Jeff's lunch break and spend that time with him, while people walked by that I knew and said hello. Now, I don't like going out there unless I have to. I don't know the people anymore, and the ones I do know are all scattered around that I don't see them anymore. I miss when the company was smaller and everyone knew each other. Jeff doesn't even know half the people that work there now and the company was purchased a few different times now. *sigh* Jeff is hoping to finish up his 25 years there and say goodbye in the next two years. It's a little bitter sweet, to say the least.
4. This "bomb."
I had to circle back around for this bath bomb. The smell is amazing and Renew Bath and Body is a great brand, because they wrap their products in plastic-free material. The bath bomb itself comes in a dissolvable wrap when dropped in water. I definitely will be purchasing more of these bath bombs. I may even consider carrying them in my shop in the future.
5. This haircut.
Skylar had a haircut this week and he was relieved. I love his longer hair and when he goes to get a haircut every two to three months I get nervous that he is going to chop it all off. I'm glad this time he kept it. I think it fits his face perfectly.
One last thing:
I am loving these Petal Sparking drinks-Elderberry White Tea is my favorite. I don't drink alcohol, so these are great for when you want that kick, but don't want to drink. The company is women owned, so that alone is a plus for me. You can get a 12 pack of them here.
Life at a "Swell's" pace is a lifestyle and travel blog chronicling the life and travels while living in Oregon's beautiful Willamette Valley. It is mostly written by Shelly HW. Click the image to learn more»
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