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Elizabeth Beggins's avatar

I listened to this one, John (appreciate your steady reading voice), but scrolled through to have a look at the photos. So many styles! Was the commode for the yurt equally top of the line? My word!

You did a nice job with this one. I always appreciate someone who can take an awkward subject and make it palatable. Very David Sedaris of you!

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John Lovie's avatar

The commode was top of the line from the outside. Inside was a bucket of sawdust!

And thank you for your kind words about my writing and speaking!

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Elizabeth Beggins's avatar

I see now that you included this in the essay, John (just now making the smile-inducing connection with your name and this topic - lol!). Good thing I wasn't taking an exam! Given I'm married to a fine furniture maker, I'd say a bucket of sawdust is just about right. :)

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Mary Beth Rew Hicks's avatar

Well done, and of course quite on theme here at "mostly water." The yurt looks amazing!

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John Lovie's avatar

The yurt was! It’s available on Hipcamp if you want to try it.

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John Lovie's avatar

Thank you so much, Mary Beth, and yes, it’s Mostly Water!

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Elizabeth Beggins's avatar

I had the same thought about the theme, Mary Beth!

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John Lovie's avatar

Great minds, both of you!

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Jaci Mach's avatar

I finally have some time to catch up on your writings....I am really enjoying your "on the road" series! Take more trips John!

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John Lovie's avatar

Thank you, Jaci. We'll likely be home till March, but yes, we have more trips planned!

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Janice Anne Wheeler's avatar

Hello?

John a topic for normal people! And adventurous ones too. Your paths and mine show similar tastes-- I've pistopped often at Molas Lake and worked in Glacier National at Many Glacier Hotel; I'm certain I know that stop running by Blackfoot, too!

We may as well face our realities with humor and grace, I do always try to bring plenty of water. J

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John Lovie's avatar

Thank you Janice! I'm not so sure about normal!

Indeed. What a small world.

Water is good. For all I write about it, I don't drink enough.

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Gary Spangler's avatar

“Every two hours.” I, at 76, recognize the territory. Still, John, you did a fine balancing act with both the obvious and recording details of this adventure. I won’t claim surprise as you have demonstrated your prowess on many earlier adventures.

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John Lovie's avatar

Thanks as always, Gary

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Holly Starley's avatar

I know all too well that moment when you suddenly realize how much of a car dweller you look like and what that could mean!

Great tale. Great topic.

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John Lovie's avatar

Thank you Holly!

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Paula Kostel's avatar

John, I love this. What a great thing to talk about on a road trip - I've been on my share, and bathrooms are definitely a big part of where and when you choose to stop. I also learned a bit of British history :)

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John Lovie's avatar

Paula! Thank you so much!

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