Tuesday, July 22, 2008

Land of Lincoln and Popeye

OnMonday, July 21, I entered the State of Illinois and the town of Chester. Illinois is known for the birthplace of Abraham Lincoln, but Chester is known for the creation of the character Popeye!

The Mississippi River was crossed via a lenghty steel bridge, followed by a climb to the town Courthouse overlooking the river basin. I was awakened during the night by a wind storm and subsequent downpouring of rain.

3 comments:

Mikey said...

Looks like your doing great. Two things:
1. You appear to have lost some weight but it looks like "Bob" has packed on a few extra pounds.
2. Which route did you decide on: Mental Health Center or Penitentiary?

Take care and hang in there.

Gigs said...

You sure blew through Misourri fast! You are a regular roleur Mr. Hinkman.

Keep it up!
CG

BRMSguy said...

I hope your tent held up to the wind and rain you were exposed to!! Let me know how the gear is working out for you! Keep on rollin'!! ~Blue Ridge Mountain Sports Crew