Thanks for the comments guys...so far, it's 8 to 1, in favor of roadtrip!
I'll definintely take pictures...with a digital camera and camcorder, I can take shots all day long. And the only computer I have is my Dell laptop, which will also help me navigate.
Yup...that's what I said to my mom...life is short, and I may never have another opportunity. Then again...she thinks I'm doing this in a rabbit pickup
I'll probably end up posting a "captain's log" of sorts...maybe see how many people on this board I can meet!