We Got Our Kicks on Route 66 – Springfield, Illinois

We woke up to pounding rain and wind so outdoor sightseeing was not an option today. When full timing you have to learn to be flexible because every day cannot be a sunny one. Even on less than optimal days though, we feel very fortunate that we are able to explore our great country and … Continue reading We Got Our Kicks on Route 66 – Springfield, Illinois

The Land of Lincoln – Springfield, IL

The last time I was in Springfield, I was much younger than I am today. My parents took me and my brother to visit Abraham Lincoln’s Home. (Interesting how certain memories stay with you for years.) David had never been to Springfield so we decided to stop there on our way west. We began our … Continue reading The Land of Lincoln – Springfield, IL

Covered Bridge Capital of the World – Rockville, IN

We parked the Bighorn for the night at the Elks Lodge in Rockville, a very small town in Indiana. To our surprise we discovered that Rockville is best known for being the “Covered Bridge Capital of the World.” There are 31 covered bridges in Parke County. Every fall, except for 2020, the county hosts a … Continue reading Covered Bridge Capital of the World – Rockville, IN

Up, Up, and Away! Dayton, Ohio Part II

The National Museum of the Air Force is in the perfect site to visit since there is so much aviation history in Dayton, Ohio. I even think that people that are not that excited about planes would enjoy this place. Not only are there numerous Air Force military planes from different decades but there are … Continue reading Up, Up, and Away! Dayton, Ohio Part II

All Wright, All Wright, All Wright – Dayton, Ohio

I have always wanted to visit Dayton, Ohio after reading David McCullough’s book on the Wright Brothers. The story of the brothers and their quest for flight is captivating. Visiting Dayton was the perfect follow-up trip after seeing the Wright Brothers Memorial in Kill Devil Hills, NC on the Outer Banks. Dayton was a town … Continue reading All Wright, All Wright, All Wright – Dayton, Ohio