A significant milestone was crossing the Mississippi River, the Father of Waters. It looks big, brawny and beautiful, still rolling along.
We enjoyed the Lincoln Presidential Library in Springfield. It is outstanding, rather like a Disney production, with well developed presentations and so much to learn, even after you think you'd heard and read it all. It renewed my admiration for this man who was so humble and eloquent. He acted on what he believed to be right and his actions made such a difference. His quote, "He has the right to criticize who has the heart to help" is a small lesson to ponder.
We stopped to admire the Dana-Thomas house designed by Frank Lloyd Wright. A true marvel of innovation. It looks contemporary and even futuristic yet was conceived and built in 1902.
Tornado warnings were issued for southern Iowa and Missouri and we were detoured south away from Davenport. I spent the day hoping to catch a glimpse, (just a glimpse), of a funnel cloud. Instead, just as we were nearing our destination for the night, a deer jumped out and hit us. Thanks to Jim's great reflexes and driving ability we were unscathed. The car, however, is a mess. We'll spend tomorrow looking for a new windshield and side mirror.
It's all part of the adventure.
Happy Birthday to Jim/Brez/Dad/CB/Big Daddy/Brokaw/Grandpa/Waldie/TM!
Running Odometer: 2490
States: Iowa, Illinois Total: 8
Happy Birthday Jim from the Bresnahan's of the Bay Area.
ReplyDeleteEdit requested: Why are Big D and CB missing from the list of nicknames?
ReplyDeleteSo glad you're both okay, and I was thrilled to hear from you. I got your card today--what an effort! Sounds like a labor of love--much appreciated. Your call today helped cheer me up. It's been quite the week. Stay safe you two!!! Hugs.
ReplyDeleteSo sorry to hear about the episode with the deer-but guess it's part of the adventure! Sounds like Jim had quite a b'day!!
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Thank God Dad is the best driver ever! Love you!!
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