Today’s drive was long but uneventful. Cold but blue skies and low wind. I was happy to reach the MO border don’t know why I guess because i remember vacationing in MO as a kid so it seems like I’m almost home (or former home) when I got here. I am 95 miles outside of St. Louis and have a 6 hour drive into Aurora.
For the past two nights I have witnessed cats lurking around the motels I am staying at. I have whistled for them but they are probably feral but I feel sorry for them as it is COLD out here. Why do we sometimes have an easier time feeling sorry for animals out in the cold than we do people who are left out in the cold? I’m guilty of it at times. I just know that it’s not a good thing.
I have to say that truckers across this country are GOOD drivers!!!! Thanks for making my drive easier guys and gals! They always move out of MY lane (oops) so I can pass and do their best to not flip me off if I pass at ridiculously high speeds (not really). Most drivers are quite alert and conscientious. I should know as I just passed the 8,000 mile mark on my journey(Legs I & II). This from a guy who doesn’t like driving. I really might have to update that perspective.
I am looking forward to spending the next two nights with dear friends. John in Aurora I met in kindergarten and went to some HS with and college as well. Karl in Chicago I met in Key West 16 years ago and its great to reconnect with these people. My lunch on Thursday with Jim will be another highlight of my IL stop.
Stay warm. Shop smart. Speak kind words.
Peace,
The Inquisitor
