Archive for May, 2008

Crew of 13 Robs America »

Meet the good ship “Emma Maers”, registered to the country of China.
So this is how Wal-Mart gets most of it’s stuff from China ; 15,000 containers and a 207′ beam, and 13 people for a ship longer than a US aircraft carrier which has a crew of 5,000 men and officers. Check out [...]

Day 13:The “Real” Promised Land »

After touring Holland, MI, we pressed hard north as we had a reservation at a RV Park, on Lake Leelanau, named, logically enough, Lake Leelanau RV Park, located about 15 miles West of Traverse City. We got a little lost, which ended up being OK, since we were privy to blossoming cherry trees, and [...]

Off the Mother Road but not off Mothering »

 
The best laid plans and all that…sometimes it’s just better to trust one’s instincts… I’ve been offline for awhile due to a crisis in Los Angeles. Kind of a big crisis actually, but my mothering instincts helped save my mother’s life from 2600 miles away.  So, as much as I want to break away from nourishing others, [...]

Day 18: Captains Log »

Sirs. I am pleased to report that my troops have successfully achieved our mission by reaching the territory now referred to as the Straits of Northern Ohio. My troops are weary, to be sure, but in good spirits. We have scant provisions left, and the weather here remains cold, often accompanied by [...]

Day 12: Michigan, The State »

You’ll note that the titles no longer contain the “Route 66″ designation, since the whole Route 66 thing ends in Chicago. From here on out, it’s more just sight seeing and “a vacation”. We pushed north along the western edge of Michigan.

Day 11: Michigan City, Not Michigan »

Sorry for the delay. I think we are all getting too relaxed. But.. my readers demand that I blog on , so here goes.

Route 66:Day 10 - Off the Beaten Path »

We crossed the line into Illinois on this day, and pushed as far North as possible. We decided to leave the comfort and safety of the interstate, and branched off onto route 54 at Springfield, IL and headed towards a little state campgrounds on Lake Clinton. Our luck was with us, and this [...]

Route 66: Day 9 - St. Louis is a Cool City »

I’m into “vibs”, and even though we stopped in St. Louis for a few hours, I could tell this town had soul. Max took mucho pictures, so be sure to visit our Gallery. The center attraction is, of course, the Arch, which is way bigger than I had anticipated. The “Design Godess” [...]

Route 66:Day 8 - Oklahoma City to Joplin, MO »

Not a whole lot to report here (thankfully?). We stayed on Interstate 44 (having left 40 in Oklahoma City). The view from the highway was attractive, but I had this nagging feeling that the true Ozark Mountains to the south of us would be quite lovely. Another trip someday, I guess, when [...]

Route 66:Day 8 - Tip #43 for the RV Rookie »

Always remember to close your black tank valve before you disengage the sewer hose. Otherwise you will end up looking like the fool shown below. Nobody will like you, not even your dog!