Diving Pool ...

DJ is a strong, powerful woman. Sometimes, the seriousness of the ride weighs on her. But through it all, she continues to find funny things to brighten our days. Here is a picture of a swimming pool DJ found on her journey.

Do you think people are still trying to use it as a diving pool?

Have a great day!
teej (DJ's friend & web master)

South Carolina, 33rd State!!!!

DJ is hunkered down for the night in South Carolina. After restocking supplies at the local Pigly Wiggly,(sorry if I spelled it wrong.Hey I'm from New Jersey.)DJ is shutting it down for the night at a quiet campsite,and is looking foward to some well deserved rest. Until next time..... God Bless. Updated by DJ's husband Mark.

Georgia Peach.................

Well are you ready for the Holiday Weekend?? I am.....:)

I am spending the night south of Macon, GA. Brings back a few memories. Back when I sang with a band called Platinum in the late 70's - we played a gig in Macon, Georgia. The word got out that there was a colored woman singing with an all white band. On our last night - we had quite an interesting audience the KKK paid us a visit.
(Many of my lifes memories "GOOD & BAD" are resurfacing.........I can't wait to share them all with you in the book)

Time for a HOT bath & a little TLC for this battered body. TIME TO RECHARGE MY SPIRIT!!!

Before I sign off - Thank you to the gracious lady at the Travelers Campground in Alchua, FL. & the manager of Executive Inn & Suites in Georgia for your donation.

Over & out - until next time my friends - God Bless, DJ & Big Bertha

Back in the saddle again!

DJ is up and running and would like to thank the good folks at Streit's Honda of Gainesville, Florida for replacing Big Bertha's rear tire with one I overnighted from our Posey Foundation office in Albuquerque, NM. DJ had kept a rear tire that had only 4000 miles on it (never throw away good rubbber)..........hopefully this one will not pick up anything before 2 NEW tires are scheduled to be put on in Montana - before the trek to Alaska. Streit's gave Big Bertha a good going over - donated an oil change & new rear brake pads and treated DJ like a part of their family. DJ would also like to say thanks to Honda Roadside Service for getting a tow truck to aid ASAP today after the plug blew - leaving DJ & Big Bertha stranded 5 miles north of Streit's. The tire went completely flat and Big Bertha's kickstand wouldn't go down - so DJ had to balance her big machine in the Forida sun until help arrived. A kind soul came by on his MC to help get DJ & Big Bertha far enough off the road (OUT OF TRAFFIC) It was a good thing DJ was off the interstate - her speed was 40 thank GOD not 70, things could have turned out so much worse!! Thanks to Shane & Keith of Northwood Towing for getting Big B. to the shop SAFELY!! And to the guys of Florida that stopped by the roadside to offer HELP - THANKS!! Weather and technical difficulties have eliminated Key West from the picture. DJ is still in Florida, but has her sights set on points North - 18 states & 12,000 to go, Until next time... God Bless. Updated by DJ's husband Mark plus a few words from DJ added..............:)

A Little Florida Rain

DJ wanted you to share in her rainy ride.
Posted by teej (DJ's friend & web master)

Screwed!

DJ picked up a 3 inch screw in her rear tire somewhere between Alabama and Florida (less than 3000 miles on the tire). To say she is a little pissed is an understatement, it's not just the tire or the fact that its rained on her for three quarters of her trip, or that she has been eaten alive by mosquito's, or the computer problems, or the problems with Big Bertha's rear end.That's all part of the deal,and she can accept that. What really makes her angry is that people just can't seem to grasp the magnitude of what she is trying to accomplish.

Everybody seems to think that this is just a summer ride in the sun, they have no idea what kind of effort it takes to pull something like this off.

DJ is not 19 years old she is pushing 50, she can't eat whatever she wants, sleep a couple hours and be ready to go. DJ has severe arthritis throughout her body and is borderline diabetic. If she had not taken the best possible care of herself, this trip would have been over after two or three states.

DJ has been on the road for 53 days - through 32 states and traveled over 13,000 miles so far.

Throughout this time she has been spreading the word about her mission to anyone who would listen, taking pictures, filming and compiling extensive notes about her experience thus far. She has been under constent verbal assault from rude people who are angry because someone is trying to make a difference. She has experienced prejudice from people of all races. So she is not in the best of spirits right now and she wanted me to convey this to you.

She has met some truly wonderful folks out there, but they have been few and far between. Regardless, DJ is a fighter and she will continue on with her noble quest despite whatever bumps, screws or nasty people may cross her path. So if you see her out there, take a minute to say hello and wish her well. It takes a strong person to be different, to go against the flow, but sometimes that's what it take to change things for the better. So be different, get involved and make a difference today!

Until next time... God Bless. Updated by DJ's husband Mark.

Yes it's true... Alligators do prefer dark meat!

DJ is hunkered down for the night at a campsite in the Florida Panhandle. She is working her way down to Key West. Until next time.... God Bless. Updated by DJ's husband Mark.

Day 51 - Hit 31 States - TODAY!!!

Hey there ALL..............................

Seems like only yesterday Big Bertha & I left Albuquerque, NM & know look where we are..........in Alabama. I wanted to send you this little note before I got to my destination tonight..........not sure if I've have internet service.

Big B. & I are heading to the Florida Keys.

Until next time my friends - God Bless, DJ & Big Bertha