A quick stop at the mechanic in Twin Falls and the problem was apparent immediately: nothing was wrong with car except we had it fully loaded and were driving uphill in 100° heat. That’s it. Now, it was up to me to make up the time to meet the kids in Santa Fe, NM, in one day…897 miles. The lyrics from Kyrie Eleison kept going through my mind because, truly, whether said sarcastically or seriously, Lord have mercy!
By the time I reached the hotel bed, my body was buzzing from the 14 hours of car vibration and every time I closed my eyes all I could see was a two lane highway unfolding before me.
Nothing much more to add except photos from the beautiful but long drive.
