We’re calling it the Zekey Trip. We had made arrangements with Make-A-Wish to take an RV trip all across the country, but when Zekey passed away in March, Make-A-Wish could no longer make the trip happen. Breena and I both felt that the trip would be an important investment in the healing of our family, so we set up a fund to help make it a reality. Many of you who read my and/or Breena’s blogs gave generously, and so the Zekey Trip has become a reality. (I’m sitting in the back of an RV in Flagstaff, AZ typing this.) To you we are so very grateful. Though many of you have never personally met us, you have poured generously into our lives, blessing us profoundly.
Below are some of my favorite pictures from the first couple of days of the trip. I hope to post more soon, but as you can imagine, our days are so full that I am usually exhausted by 8:00 and ready to fall asleep, incapable of stringing even one coherent sentence together. The trip started in Denver, and we spent our first night in Cripple Creek, CO, up near Pike’s Peak. On the second day we ate lunch at Garden of the Gods before driving to Santa Fe, NM down I-25. That drive was absolutely beautiful. On day 3 we drove to Flagstaff, AZ, stopping at the Petrified Forest National Park and the Meteor Crater along the way. The American West is stunning.
Several folks have been asking if they can still donate to Zeke’s Memorial Fund. The answer to that is, “Of course!” You can click on the PayPal Donate button in the left column of this blog, which will take you to a secure donation page. Again, we are eternally grateful for all who have made this trip a reality. God bless you!
stunning photos! I have been following Breena’s Instagram as well and love them ALL! So happy for you all to have this opportunity.
These pictures are so beautiful and so painful all at the same time. Your families grace and strength are incredible! And your unity through the storm is moving! Thank you for standing firm in your faith! It doesn’t go unnoticed! Praying for strength and peace
Andy, it was a pure joy to read of your trip and see the pictures of your beautiful family. Even though I have not met you, I know you from your Granddmother Miriam. She talked of her grandkids and their families often, and with great love and pride. Your Grandpa Bill Holt is my cousin. I’ve known him all my life, and I treasure him.
My husband and I traveled all over the country in the 1990’s in a small motor home. We especially loved the Southwest. Camping seems to me to be the very best way to go. You are immersed in the surroundings around the clock. There is no place where I feel closer to God than in his beautiful creation, the great outdoors.
You and Breena have inspired me with your courage and faith. My heart aches for your loss of Zeke. Even though I never met him, I will never forget him.
Happy and safe travels to you and your family. Nancy Beveridge Beadle
Praising God with you for Zekey’s life, the fact that we will see him again, the amazing HOPE we have, and your family being able to celebrate all of this together. Prayers continue. You are loved.
So happy for you all! Gorgeous pictures! The kids love looking at them too!
I thoroughly enjoy reading your blogs Andy. They are written with such heartfelt emotions. I am so happy that you and your family are enjoying the Zekey Trip. The photos are stunning and beautiful. May God continue to watch over and bless your family on this trip. With much love.
I am bursting at the seams to see the joy in all of your faces. I am so thankful that you were able to take the “Zekey Trip”! God is worthy to be praised!