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Sunday, October 2, 2005 We took the world's most uneventful bus ride from San Francisco to Anaheim the other day. It was seriously a letdown of a Greyhound ride; I was counting on some drama to provide material. But everyone sat quietly in his or her seat and enjoyed the scenery. Oh well. Wait - I did fall asleep, become "floppyheaded" as Michael put it, and whack my eye into the upraised armrest. It's still sore, but no dramatic swelling or bruising, so no good pics. The LA bus station was seedy, but not in a noteworthy way. Then it was on to Orange County, where we have been kindly hosted by Brad's parents in their gorgeous and really interesting home. (See Michael's blog for photos.) The Walkers are really nice and took us out to what may be the last fancy meal we get for a while. Thanks Mr. and Mrs. Walker! Last night we went out with Brad and his new girlfriend, Gina, for a li'l taste of LA, via In and Out Burger and Del Taco and we also heard some bands at the Troubador. Michael has had an obsession with trying In and Out Burger ever since he read Fast Food Nation and I'm happy to say he was pleased with it. Gina and Babycakes - I mean, Brad - are in that adorable stage of a relationship where every time you look over at them they're trying to disprove the Pauli Exclusion Principle, but they were able to clue us in to the Secret Menu. Hint: ask for your burger "animal style." The LA area's freeways are like NYC's subways: just as you think they'll be and more. We got caught in a little traffic at 2:00 am. I mean, what? But it was fun. Thanks, Brad and Gina! So... this is it! This afternoon we're getting on a Greyhound bus to Tijuana. It wasn't my first choice, but when you have a year, you have time to find out if places are really as bad as all that. And if they are, you can just move on. And if they're not, you win! We plan to mosey on down along Baja after that and then head to Guadalajara for some Spanish classes, but I have never yet stuck to the original plan while traveling, so we'll see. Michael feels like these past two months have been a valid part of The Trip, and I agree they've been great, but for me The Trip starts when my passport gets fondled by someone other than me. It's like I've been winding around the line in the amusement park watching the ride swoop over my head and now the very next car coming down the track is going to be mine. Tonight we'll finally be sipping cervezas in Mexico. Thank you to everyone who has helped us get this far. HOURS ON THE BUS: 16    9 comments so far | Post a comment
Sunday, October 2, 2005 | Terence said...Mmmmmm . . . In-N-Out burger is the food of the Gods. If you're wondering - Animal style - means grilled onions, fried mustard (yes, fried mustard) and double sauce. You can also order grilled cheese, protien style (no bun - just lettuce), 3x3 (3 cheese, 3 meat) and 4x4 (4 cheese, 4 meat). The best thing about In-N-Out are the shakes. Make sure to swing through Houston on your way back up to NJ. Sunday, October 2, 2005 | Mike said... Finally, I hope you have the time of your life and create memories that will bring a smile to your face through out your entire life..Vaya con Dios! Viva la Mexico! Mike Monday, October 3, 2005 | Alexis Hayes said... I'm glad that you are having fun. Miss you alot. alexis Monday, October 3, 2005 | Dave said... Glad we could be your last stop before getting into the excitement of your adventure - although it sounds like you've already had a book full of stories to tell. When you're trying to decide if your stomach can handle the food, remember it survived an In & Out burger "animal style". If you get to Antarctica, say hi to the penguins and whales for me. Monday, October 3, 2005 | Terence said... hey - the html for Mike's site is all funky. And not in a George Clinton/Bootsy Collins type of good funk either. Wednesday, October 5, 2005 | Tammy said... Hope your enjoying Mexico. Sorry I missed you on your way past. Don't forget me if you come back this way. With love your red cross friend Tammy Wednesday, October 5, 2005 | Megan said... Thanks for the well wishes... this is the most amazing time of my life!! btw, I just had my In-n-Out regular style... Saturday, October 29, 2005 | Michael said... yo Terrence! I fixed the issues with my site. All should be well now for all of you firefox users. thanks for the heads up. Saturday, September 23, 2006 | Megan said... Comments closed due to spam.
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Megan Lyles is a native New Yorker who has also lived in San Francisco. Having already traveled in Eastern and Western Europe, India, Thailand, and the U.S., she is now tackling a one-year bus trip from New York City to the tip of South America with photographer Michael Simon and doing freelance work along the way. She has a degree in social work from NYU and types 85 words per minute. More about Megan. Links Michael's photo blog. |
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