Leaving Luna: Two Women, Two Bikes, Europe in a Year Leaving Luna is the story of two women in their mid-forties who were at the height of their careers as high school principals in a state prison system. Although working behind bars with inmate students was rewarding, the extreme danger and department bureaucracy drove them to re-evaluate their lives. They quit their jobs to bicycle a full year throughout Western Europe. They spoke no foreign languages, were not endurance athletes, and had never done any bicycle touring. They sold their homes, gave away nearly everything they owned, and struck off with two bikes, a tent, a few essentials, and a single map. They were determined to find something beyond the routine. They traveled on $27 a day. This story tells of the experiences and insights of Cindy Borden and Penny Richardson from being held hostage in prison to overcoming emotional breakdowns when their physical strength was gone. Inspired by the grandeur and cultures of Europe, Cindy captured her impressions in watercolor as they traveled. The book features 37 of these images. For ordinary people who long to pursue their dreams but lack the know-how or confidence to do so, Leaving Luna will inspire you to leave the monotony behind and pursue the extraordinary.
Customer Review: The Real Thing
Cindy and Penny virtually take you to Europe “on the spot” via their emails sent home.You will hear conversations with Europeans, questions they ask of Americans,and you will be seated at their tables tasting their delicious food. My favorite chapter is Italy, where the girls housesit for 3 wks in a Tuscan villa, gather olives for olive oil, hear Puccini opera in a vineyard, and meet the local Tuscans. The authors paint well their adventures in watercolors and words. If you love travel,real travel, from the ground up-and love to smile at two girls making the “best of it”, this book is the real thing!
Customer Review: Live’in the Dream
What an inspirational tale! How many of us have thought of leaving the security of our day-to-day lives to pursue a dream? How many of us have actually had the courage to do it?
Not only is this an inspirational tale of two women giving up their long-term careers and the security of their futures, but it is also a glimpse into the backroads of Europe as seen on a bicycle. The writing is great and the story compelling - five stars for this one!
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