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Random Updates

Published: Nov 14, 2007 by Dave Lee |

CAR - My speedy Jetta is officially in the hands of another person, and I'm going to be truckin' around in my Dad's Ford Escape for the next two weeks (thanks!).

DRINKS - Thursday is my "goodbye" happy hour at work. I've shared this blog address with a few people so far, however I won't be ready to send it to a wider audience of coworkers until I'm literally ready to walk out the door.

MAPS -If you only read these posts through a feed reader, be sure to check out my Maps page from time to time - once I hit the road, I'll start posting "Map Views" which will take you directly to the location on Google Maps, however you won't see the link through the feed.

SOCCER - MLS Cup 2007 is Sunday, and though DC United didn't make it, I'm still excited to see the match in person.

VIDEO - I owe readers a video of me taking a shot of Absinthe next Wednesday, to celebrate my last day of work.

INSURANCE - Trying to collect medical records from various providers to submit to an underwriter who will decide whether the insurance company will cover me SUCKS! I did not leave myself enough time.

MY JOB - I've worked for Lumenos, a start-up health insurance company, for the past 5 years, though 2 of those years were technically after we were bought by behemoth Wellpoint (owner of 14 state BlueCross/Blue Shield plans). Feels good to share my company name, however don't worry, I won't mention it again!

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Dave is the Founder and Editor in Chief of Go Backpacking and Feastio. He's been to 68 countries and lived in Colombia and Peru. Read the full story of how he became a travel blogger.

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