August 18, 2005 - You are Here

You are here...

Did you know that we have Nebraska to thank for Arbor Day? I do now. Strange, since I didn’t see that many trees.

Nebraska did give me something else…a Reeses Peanut Butter Cup McFlurry! On my last trip across the U.S., my buddy, Eric, and I discovered Oreo McFlurries...which fueled our drive home. I had no idea that the McFlurry could get better! Two great tastes that taste great together…but even better when mixed into ice cream.

I’ve tried to not think about how thirsty my car gets every few hundred miles. But, it’s getting hard to ignore. This is a quick example of one of many feedings…and the tank was over ¼ full when he started drinking. This will be my last mention of gas prices, especially since I’m a big part of why the prices are so high. I just had to take the big beast out for a stroll…around the entire U.S.

I was treated to an absolutely amazing display of the power of nature. As I was reaching the end of the plains, I caught a glimpse of the sunset off in the distance. The sun was glowing a fiery orange-red. What made the scene far from trite were the superimposed storm clouds acting as a veil. The lightning flashes added a sense of hostility. I wish I was able to capture this powerful scene but there was definitely too much scene for my current photographic skills.

I reached Ed’s place here in Colorado. I have to say, I arrived just in the nick of time. I was moments away from developing a hemorrhoid from all of that sitting.

It’s great to see Ed. From moment one, he has been very generous with his hospitality. I’m looking forward to hanging, climbing, and catching up.

As for sleep, I’m horizontal right now so it will be only a matter of seconds before I take that extended blink.