In June of 2014, I discovered a hidden treasure alongside Route 66. I was driving home after a two-day trip; it was the first time I'd traveled Route 66 west of Oklahoma City. I only went as far as the Texas border, but it was enough to know I wanted to explore the rest of … Continue reading New Life for the Lincoln County Express
It's not a shocking statement to say I spent a little time on Route 66 this weekend. What made this trip much different, though, is the fact that the time I spent cruising the Mother Road wasn't behind the wheel of my Mustang. I spent Saturday walking a stretch of Oklahoma 66 with approximately 50 … Continue reading A Teachable Moment
I hadn't taken a Route 66 specific road trip in quite a while. Sure, I followed a Military Vehicle Convoy in September...but that wasn't really about the road itself. I did spend some time on Mother Road with Michael Wallis in June; but, that wasn't directly specific to 66 either. I was having withdrawals! I … Continue reading Back to the Route
This last week was full of activity. Most of it wasn't particularly planned, either. It's amazing the kind of trouble you can get up to when you leave yourself open to new possibilities. Wednesday was a big day. It was the six year anniversary of my father's passing, so I took the day off work. … Continue reading Onward and Upward
With the wedding so close, my days have been getting busier with planned preparation and unexpected considerations. Everything is going smoothly; any issues that arise are quickly resolved. With all of that, though, comes a lot less time/money to hit the road and give my camera some exercise. I was starting to feel restless. I … Continue reading Outlaws and Road Wanderers
Thursday, I went home sick from work. Some kind of stomach bug had taken hold of me and, although I was trying to get things accomplished at the office, everyone was like, 'Dude, go home.' So I did...and I rested. Friday I still didn't feel great, so I stayed home. I hate missing work, but … Continue reading Route 66 (Part II)
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