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We left Rocky Ford knowing that we had a full day (8-10 hours) of drive time ahead of us. But we had a new truck new tires, all seemed grand. This was our first big travel day and we were ready.

For lunch we stopped at a truck stop and enjoyed some down time off the road. Things were going smooth – until we came back to the trailer and saw a flat tire!

So…my Harbor Freight 12 ton canister jack had leaked its oil and wouldn’t lift the trailer. A very helpful truck stop attendant came out with his big floor jack and did the job – SO thankful for people that God puts in our lives!

We arrived late evening on Wednesday Sept 11 at East Lake Harvey County Park. Nice to be under some big cottonwood shade trees next to the lake.

We were able to get the tire fixed. The next day Caleb and Ryan came to help Papa change the tire and put the spare back (for next time!)

So…We had quite a few friends and family a little concerned when we left town pulling our trailer with our 2002 Avalanche. After coming down the mountain into Colo Springs last Friday, our faithful truck said “no more”. Engine failure along with trying to stop with only manual brakes, we ended up at a nearby dealership. 

After praying and asking for much wisdom, we felt led to look at buying a new truck. 

We felt Him guiding us with this, “I affirm what you are doing, but let’s do this right!”

We were at the dealership until 8:30 pm, pouring rain, working to move all of our stuff from the old pickup to the new one. We were SO tired – emotionally and physically!.  We left the trailer in the dealer parking lot and got a motel room for the night.  We are so thankful that God protected us and has provided the resources for a brand new truck!

We’re blessed beyond measure, and feel safe and confident as we begin our journey all over. Thanks for those praying for us, we wanted you to know how God answered❤️☝️!