you are probably asking yourself, "why does one drive over 1,300 miles with a 2 year old?" well i'm happy to answer that for you.
i have NO freaking clue why.
BUT i can tell you, that although there were tears shed [mostly mine] and nerves frazzled [this is an understatement] , this was one [mostly] fun adventure, the 3 of us will never forget.
here are a few snaps from our trip out via marfa, tucson, palm springs & finally los angeles!
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