LA/XC-2 DAY FOUR: IOWA AND NEBRASKA
Yesterday’s mileage: 467
Total LA/XC-2 mileage: 1,639
Road Music: NFL Football: Jets game; NFL “Drive Time”; Denver-Pittsburgh game; for a short musical break: Keith Urban (Get Closer album)
Weather leaving Grinnell: 65 under a gorgeous blue Iowa sky
Yesterday’s state tally: 2 (Iowa, Nebraska)
New states today for Beagle Man: 0
Gas money to date: $334.43
Most interesting attraction that I did not stop for (3-way tie): Bob Feller Museum; John Wayne birthplace; Covered Bridges of Madison County
Most euphonic place name: West Nishnabotna River (Shelby, Iowa)
Man, do I love these positive time zone changes! Switching to Central Time bailed me out on my way to Grinnell, and it’s saving my rear again as I head out to Denver today. Of course, the moment I realize I gain an hour via the new time zone, I take my foot off the pedal (so to speak), relax, dawdle — and pretty much give it all right back again! (Ah, human nature . . .) This morning, after realizing I’ll be
crossing into Mountain Time later today, I actually sat down for eggs in the breakfast room of the Comfort Inn in lovely downtown North Platte, Nebraska (yes, I’m fast becoming a Comfort Inns Frequent Flyer). A sit-down breakfast could well be a first for either LA/XC-1 or 2.
Didn’t head out of Grinnell yesterday until 1:15 PM — possibly my all-time
worst departure time. But since Sunday was what I call just a “mileage” day — I wasn’t heading for a particular destination, or a dinner date — no big deal.
Hey, btw, I’ve been on the road so much, and on such an odd-ball schedule, that I haven’t been following sports quite as closely as I normally do. Anyone happen to know how the Jets did yesterday? And what about Mark Sanchez? 🙂
Okay. Gotta hit the road for Denver. This “found” hour ain’t gonna last forever.
One last question: I have an important decision to make for post-Denver: Do I go to Grand Teton National Park, or Yellowstone? Probably not enough time for both? Any thoughts??
Jets won 48-28
M. Sanchez 19 for 27, 266 yds, 3 TDs, 1 INT
I didn’t watch, so here are excerpts from Yahoo sports:
“Mark Sanchez… carved up the Bill secondary like a Thanksgiving turkey… the Jets led 41-7 at one time… however, Jets had a vacant running game which accumulated only 118 yards on 36 carries… defense surrendered 195 yards on the ground, even though the Bills were throwing the ball all day seeking to come from behind… defense allowed 28 points after falling asleep with a big lead…”
Hi Hank-I’ve been to the Grand Teton National Park and the rock formations are absolutely unique and incredible.I’m sure that Yellowstone has a lot going for it too.You’re making incredible time!
You and Ricky MUST see Yellowstone National Park. Absolutely breathtaking…plus it was our first national park. Checkout Old Faithful she goes off every 45 mins or so…super cool.
If you have never been to Yellowstone and if you don’t have time to spend real time in both places, there is no question that you should choose Yellowstone. Spend as much time there as you can. Don’t miss Old Faithful. You can drive through Grand Teton National Park and see the mountains from the car.
Carol F.
Yellowstone, definetely.
Maybe you will find some other hours (I have lost some hours myself so maybe they are out there for you to find).