In 2023 I took a creative break from my urban planning work, saw my youngest child off to college, and fell in love with my 1970 911T Porsche. I hit the road that September for my first major road trip, in search of my country and myself. 

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For 3-1/2 months behind the wheel of my beloved Blue Car, the open road and unplanned days sparked joy and wonder and much-needed reflection. Long an enthusiastic but sporadic writer and photographer, I began to write every day. I held my camera every day. And the stories and images flowed. I launched my Once in Blue Car Website to share my stories and Drivers Club Magazine debuted my Blue Car essay in February 2024.

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The Blue Car is a symbol of the life journeys we take and the many choices and pauses that confront us along the way. It’s a reminder to listen to ourselves and believe in our courage and strength. My writing explores how we navigate the unexpected turns, the detours, and the pit stops, while embracing the joy of smooth roads and clear skies when we encounter them. My essays focus on the journey, not just the destination.

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Engaging with my readers confirms a comforting truth: our shared stories make our journeys less lonely and more meaningful. They can lighten our burdens, buoy our successes with supportive joy, and smooth the jagged edges of grief and disappointments.