return of the mosquitos

i've been on the road for a little over 3 weeks now. lots of things have gone wrong with this tour, especially for theo and the skyscrapers. so far they've gotten a flat tire, hit a deer, and had their transmission die on them. we've got 4 days off from show cancellations and i'm currently at a marriott in kansas city. i've met some amazing people, stayed in some disgusting places, seen some beautiful landscapes, and experienced cities i never thought i would ever go to.

i've become the overnight driver on tour, which i have no objection to. between the hours of 1:30am and about 6:30am there's nobody on the road. trucks are pulled over to the side, their drivers fast asleep in the cab after an exhausting day of driving. everyone's passed out in the van while the sunrise creeps up, making the previous hours of driving in complete darkness worthwhile.

i have much to say, but can't seem to find the time to write when i'm surrounded by so many people. i'll leave you with a sunrise in oregon.