My daughter and I drove 2,000 miles to college. It was the best goodbye I could've asked for.
I drove my daughter from Oregon to Missouri for college. Our cross-country adventure helped me feel ready to say goodbye.
The author and her daughter embarked on a 2,000-mile road trip from Oregon to Missouri to drop the daughter off at college. They traveled through scenic routes, camping in Yellowstone, Wyoming, and South Dakota. The daughter, Maria, described the trip as an adventure, pointing out various natural wonders and landmarks along the way.
The pair often took turns driving, sharing laughter and snacks, and even napped at rest stops. They enjoyed various roadside attractions, including a sculpture of a five-legged cow and a rattlesnake pit. Upon reaching Fulton, Missouri, Maria felt ready to start her independent life, and the author was relieved to see her go. Despite the bittersweet farewell, both were excited for the daughter's new chapter.
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