So I've been putting this off for as long a possible trying to figure out what to say, but now that I'm back in Florida, I think it's about time I make this statement. That's right, I said Florida. I know how many people check this every day and I'm so sorry to have to tell you this, but unfortunately, the trip has been over since the night of the 17th, at least as the 4 of us go.

AJ flew home the next morning, I went to Anacortes, and Julia and Chris stayed in Poulsbo. However, this part was nothing new. Seattle was supposed to be our halfway point and we had always planned to stay there for a couple weeks, each doing our own thing. AJ had to fly home for a wedding, Julia and Chris were going to spend time with Julia's family in Poulsbo, and I was going to work and hang out with friends in Anacortes. The only difference was, we never met up again. AJ stayed at home and cancelled his flight back, and I flew back from Anacortes a couple days ago. Since we didn't tell anyone at first, I continued to update the site to reflect my stay in Anacortes, which was AWESOME by the way, the most fun I've had in awhile.

I'm not going to go into any details on here, but I don't have a problem telling anyone who wants to know why it ended so early.

Now that the unpleasant part is out of the way, I just want to say how much I appreciate everyone who lived vicariously through us via this website. It means a lot and I still feel bad that it took me so long to update sometimes. Speaking of, don't stop checking the site just because the trip is over. Now that I'm home and have more free time, I should have all the pictures up soon, from 4/25 to the present. I will complete the food, friends, and videos as well and tie up any other loose ends that need to be taken care of.

Thanks again, and sorry.

-Hanlon

It is great to have my son home again, if only for a few days, , but it is upsetting to know that the trip ended so abruptly . I know you all four had a great time and will have many memories from the 2+ months of traveling.

It really is too bad that your trip was cut short. I guess I know as little as anyone about why it ended, I just know that funds were rapidly dwindling. The managing of money is an important life lesson in itself! Oh well . . . BUT, what an amazing adventure you guys had anyway (and all of us too)! Thank you so much for allowing us to keep up with you guys via this website. I know it took a lot of time for you to keep track of it so faithfully, and I know that I speak for every fan when I say that we really appreciate the hard work you dedicated to it. You certainly outdid yourself. I will be glad to see all you home safe and sound but I will surely miss gatorroadtrip.com. Sniff. Thanks again.

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