Bulldogging Across the USA: A Winter Classic Journey Part I
Also see:
- Bulldogging Across the USA: A Winter Classic Journey Part II
- Bulldogging Across the USA: A Winter Classic Journey Part III
Long ago, I made the promise to do everything possible to return to DC for the 2015 Winter Classic. Thanks to the support of very kind-hearted and generous people, I was able to make the journey to DC and get a GoPro to record the adventure. This is the story of the journey east from the warm confines of San Diego.
Friday, December 19, 2014: Wagons EAST!
Like most days in San Diego, it’s sunny and nice. Maybe the locals find it a cool 66 but it’s great bulldog weather. For the past week, I’ve watched and wondered as Mom & Dad brought storage boxes up and unearthed things I thought I would never see again….winter coats, hats and gloves. I wonder if they’ve even been outside recently, and why do we still own these things? The week cumulates with bags packed and me being strapped with this device called a GoPro and then being told we are going for a car ride. I don’t mind the car but truth be told I like the bed and sofa way more. Maybe we are going to get a burger or maybe go to the beach?
Bulldogs START YOUR ENGINES!
The #BulldogCannonballRun starts NOW! #WinterClassic here I come! #ThankYou to everyone who made this possi… https://t.co/Xid0QonQaG
— Ovie the Bulldog (@OvietheBulldog) December 19, 2014
Arizona, I am in you! Next stop Phoenix!
Have arrived in Phoenix safe & sound! I’ve claimed the bed, I hope Mom & Dad are comfy on the sofa
Dad=morning person; Me & Mom=not morning people. It’s 5:30am. Why are we up this early? We’ll bury him in a shallow ditch in the desert
— Ovie the Bulldog (@OvietheBulldog) December 20, 2014
Currently east of Flagstaff headed towards Albuquerque then to OKC #BulldogCannonBallRun
— Ovie the Bulldog (@OvietheBulldog) December 20, 2014
Sorry for lack of #BulldogCannonBallRun updates today (Saturday) had to endure 18hrs of driving w/traffic & just got to OKC at 2:30am #Safe
— Ovie the Bulldog (@OvietheBulldog) December 21, 2014
2 days, 1500 miles down 1484 to go. Amusement factor=0
#BulldogCannonBallRun status location: Missouri today’s destination is Indianapolis, IN
#BulldogCannonBallRun update: Safe & sound in Indy. Name dropped my buddy @butlerblue3 at front desk to get the Bulldog suite. Onward to NJ tomorrow!
Eastern Standard Time, I have returned to you time domain! #BulldogCannonBallRun #WinterClassicAdventure pic.twitter.com/LlFxdnoztw
— Ovie the Bulldog (@OvietheBulldog) December 22, 2014
Umm, Dad, me & Mom had a meeting. We’ve decided we’re going to have to let your “Up before the sun & chipper morning butt” go. We wish you the best of luck in your endeavors finding a new bulldog & wife who share in your unholy early rising lifestyle.
Rolling through Ohio & listening to 80s music!
Are we there yet? No? How about now? Not yet? #BulldogCannonBallRun is in PA!
Universal kismet: Dad turns GoPro on facing us for footage leaving Indy, the following song comes on radio: Holiday Road
— Ovie the Bulldog (@OvietheBulldog) December 22, 2014
I have arrived safe & sound in NJ at Granny & Poppy's! This week wi be in NJ & 28th headed to DMV #BulldogCannonBallRun #WinterClassic
— Ovie the Bulldog (@OvietheBulldog) December 23, 2014
Exhausted travel bulldog is recharging batteries. Happy to be at Granny & Poppy’s in NJ. #BulldogCannonBallRun #WinterClassicAdventure
Total #BullDogCannonBallRun time San Diego to NJ 3.5 days total, 47 hours drive time, 2,962 miles covered. Looks like I live in NJ now because I’m NEVER getting in the car again.
Holidays with Family = BEST)))))
After a really long drive, it’s time for some fun with both sides of the family. First few days with Dad’s family then the rest with Mom’s. I got to visit my Great Grandma, see Granny & Poppy, all Aunts and Uncles and my cousins (both little humans and canines). My favorite spot? Poppy has the best chair, perfect size for a bulldog and super comfy!
Snoozing in Poppy’s chair on Christmas Eve
Christmas Eve puts me back in the car to Mommom and PeePaws house until Sunday. I welcome the stationary location for a few days as it’d give me a chance to catch up on my napping, if there weren’t SO MANY PEOPLE visiting everyday!
Testing out the new beanbag at Mommom & PopPop’s! They know I #RockTheRed everyday!
Christmas Day #TBT #SantaOvie
I make good use of my time posting pictures of me from previous Christmases
Who’s gonna pull Santa’s sleigh? Repost from @oviethebulldog: “Not wearing the Santa hat, I’ve accepted the r… pic.twitter.com/Nh8xHpStnf
— London Bulldogs (@thebumblers) December 24, 2014
Merry Christmas everyone! It's the #SantaOvie Christmas card pic this year! Sunset Cliffs in Ocean Beach, San Diego pic.twitter.com/dUqFWu7cXL
— Ovie the Bulldog (@OvietheBulldog) December 25, 2014
HOCKEY O’CLOCK NJ Edition!
Deep in Flyers territory, we have a common ground
Mommom is throwing a big family party on Saturday, a lot of Mom’s family will be there! Since it will be held downstairs and I can’t reach stair-climbing velocity in their basement, I’ll be upstairs with the TV, the remote, and the Caps/Pens game….perfect!
Going to watch #CapsPens from within Flyers country #TheEnemyOfMyEnemy
— Ovie the Bulldog (@OvietheBulldog) December 28, 2014
IT'S HOCKEY O'CLOCK! #LetsGoCaps #BeatThePens #DontGetCrosbyMumps I'll be in DC tomorrow! #WinterClassic pic.twitter.com/nVV2vv5ABJ
— Ovie the Bulldog (@OvietheBulldog) December 28, 2014
Eric Fehr, wanted for abuse of Penguins….
No truth to the rumor that PETA will be protesting Eric Fehr for his abuse of the Penguins #CapsPens
— Ovie the Bulldog (@OvietheBulldog) December 28, 2014
To complete my final night in NJ, the Caps deliver a 3-0 win over the hated Penguins! Next stop Washington, DC!
Ready to roll to Maryland! #BulldogCannonBallRun #WinterClassicAdventure #WinterClassic pic.twitter.com/mvizVEVBZJ
— Ovie the Bulldog (@OvietheBulldog) December 28, 2014
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