I like this expression:
threading the needle between two winter storms.
Really captures the sense of adversity and fragility in the face of the elements. One day I hope to make a similar trip, hopefully in much better weather! Thanks for the read.
thank you @lazarus-wist. I've traveled across the USA a lot of times, and every time I go through ice storms, tornadoes, small town cop raids, something. Makes for good stories, scary times. Good luck in your own travels.
That's the good stuff - the spice of life. Just remember to keep the windows rolled up haha.