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Joel | Follow the Idiot - Part 25

Where Did The Idiot Spend His 144th Solstice?

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The Idiot, after spending four months within the Redding (CA) city limits due to the pandemic, spent his 72nd summer solstice with his new grandson, Baby Gogo (born May 3), his 2.75-year-old granddaughter Baby Gaga and their parents Luke and Sam in Morro Bay on the Pacific Ocean just south of Big Sur. Here are some of the things they did on the longest day of 2020.

What Photographs Will Promote “The Idiot and the Odyssey” TV Documentary?

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“The Idiot and the Odyssey” television documentary, which has been postponed due to the pandemic, was to have used the following photos to promote episodes highlighting the most dangerous, exciting and scandalous encounters during the riveting 20-year MedTrek.

Where Was The Idiot Hiking A Decade Ago?

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This morning The Idiot, who has been walking solo 7-14 miles a day in Northern California since the Ides of March to cope with the pandemic lockdown, wondered where he was MedTrekking a decade ago. Check out these intentionally caption-less photos from May and June 2010 to see if you can guess where he was on his 20-year hike around the Mediterranean Sea.

Why Are The Idiot’s Daily Walks In Northern California Never Just Pastoral and Picturesque?

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The Idiot, who has been taking daily 7-14-mile walks since the pandemic lockdown began over two months ago, doesn’t just see the pastoral and picturesque in Redding, California. He also, on almost every outing, sees and speaks to the many members of the unhoused community who permanently live outdoors.

How Did The Idiot’s Granddaughter Become A Big Sister During The Pandemic?

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Baby Gaga, The Idiot’s now-2.67-year-old granddaughter, told a TSA agent when she caught a flight in December that “I’m going to be a big sister.” She was telling the truth.

What Delectable Meals Did The Idiot Prepare During The Pandemic?

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The Idiot — who was executive chef, sous chef and pastry chef for his 100.58-year-old mother during the pandemic lockdown in Redding, California — went shopping once a week and, at her instruction, chose only non-organic ingredients to prepare dozens of meals.