Route 66 was one of the original U.S. highways, originally running from Chicago to Los Angeles. Driving Route 66 embodies the spirit of Americana. It’s a trip back in time, combined with plenty of rural kitsch. People plan entire road trip vacations along Route 66. It seems to carry with it a certain romantic nostalgia. […]
One of the most rewarding parts of my road trip has been meeting new people. By traveling alone without an itinerary for 4 months now, I’ve found that conversations with strangers and new friends often point me to the next road on which Princess, Yoda and I travel. These conversations take place anywhere from a […]
Visiting with my law school friends left me in a lively state of mind, wondering what the road next had in store. I didn’t intend on writing about Missouri, and frankly, thought my 2 day trip through the state would be mostly forgettable. But really, I smiled through the length of the state and I’m […]