Mary's pool

Today has been a day of minor mistakes. The big one was at the gas station, where I left my card. After driving for about 15 minutes, I realized that I didn't have my card. Luckily, upon return, the clerk had my card, and the universe had my back.

That made my gps angry, and I lost directions. Luckily, there is only one highway, but it helps me to know where I am and upcoming gas stations. This region is so remote that you should stop at each station to be safe. They are about 300 km apart, and the prices are much higher than they were in the west.

I'm noticing my own aversion to some Aboriginals. It's not the color of their skin but in their impoverished state that is challenging me. With some reflection, I admit I am uncomfortable with poverty, especially when it leads to poor hygiene. 😔 I wonder what I could do to turn that bias around?

I'm getting closer to Darwin, and my pace can start to slow down.

I have already driven over 3k kilometers. I'm still surprised at how different it is. I have done four US cross-country trips, the first in 5 days. A six hour drive here is both physically and emotionally draining. #roughcountryRead more