Daily walk update · Rich Hill, Missouri
Broken Cart Handle, Free Rest, and a Day of Gratitude
One of those unexpected reset days where the miles slowed down, but the kindness, connection, and gratitude got louder.
Yesterday I posted about the website update, and today ended up being one of those unexpected reset days.
This morning we woke up to a broken cart handle, which honestly could have turned into a pretty stressful day. We were already getting a late start, but the incredibly kind owners at Whitetail RV Park in Rich Hill offered us as many free rest days as we needed, and today we decided to take them up on it.
Dan helped me get the cart repaired, and that alone lifted a huge weight off my shoulders.
During some downtime at the park, Enzo completely lost his mind every time an Amish horse and buggy rolled by. This walk across America has definitely awakened the cattle dog in him.
When we got back to camp, I spent more time working on the website and got some exciting news. I was approved for a pet insurance comparison affiliate program I applied for over a month ago. After everything with Enzo recently and all the research I have done on pet insurance, that felt meaningful.
There is now a pet insurance page under Enzo on the website if anyone wants to check it out. If someone uses my link to compare options, I may earn a small commission at no extra cost to them, and honestly, that kind of support helps keep this journey moving forward.
I also updated the shelter spotlight pages and the dogs we have met along the way. The site is finally starting to feel close to real. I would say it is about 90 percent done for now, outside of continuing journal entries and daily updates.
More than anything, my heart is filled with gratitude tonight. Not because everything is perfect, but because we had a little peace today. Real conversations. Real kindness. Real connection.
I had a genuine moment connecting with Dan, his wife, and son today, and I think those kinds of moments fuel this journey more than miles ever could.
If anyone wants to check out the website, I would truly love feedback, good or bad. We are building this thing one day at a time.
Peace and love from Enzo & I.
— Robert