We have made it halfway across the country in a week and a day. Some simple statistics: we have spent just over $1,200 on diesel, 240 gallons so far. Today the pump stopped at $417. The discount program brought that down to $398 for 76 gallons of diesel. We have spent almost nothing for campgrounds since we have been staying in winery parking lots and buying wine. I don’t count that as a cost of camping since I would have bought wine anyhow – probably not THIS wine, but wine.
As I write I am staring out the windshield through the rain at the Mississippi River. It is well worth paying for camping for this location. Saturday I am hoping to stay at a distillery that specializes in Shine. Waiting for word they have room. After that, it appears to be a KOA (horrors) before getting to Dan and Malena’s.
Today we drove through non stop rain with lightning flashes all around us most of the day. It is not ideal driving, but each of us had only 2 hours at the wheel so it was tolerable. Tomorrow it should clear in Memphis so we can do a bit of touring.
I remember running across the South ahead of bridges that were closing behind us due to heavy rain and flooding
My little Honda hatchback was terrific, but nobody was thinking of SUVs in 1981. We were visiting the U of Oklahoma with David. Very scary driving, even for me. Stay safe. Looking forward to seeing you when you get here!
Out of hundreds of emails I receive this is one of my favorites, it’s always a pleasure to read. Thank you for sharing your travel adventures!
Lookin’ Good so far. Stay safe, drive carefully, and may you be blessed with continued safety and smooth driving. I agree with Kevin, I do enjoy your sharing your experiences. It is wonderful to hear of your “adventures.” Stay well and we’ll see you on June 4 & 5. Ted needs your reservations by May 10. I sent your invitation to your address in Texas. I think I’ll e-mail you a copy of the packet so you can fill out the reservation form for the 62nd Reunion. Love – Darlene