My cousin Tucker and his wife Kristine had Sally and I over for dinner and chatting of course. We met Tucker's mother and father in law and had a very good time. I cannot believe I forgot to take a picture. I so grateful to Sally for making the extra drive. I had failed to confirm the address but luckily we called before we were too far off and got there. Sally said several times I don't know about this. Sally was such a good sport listening to the family...

The Flight 93 memorial is a thoughtful, respectful place that honors those that gave their lives preventing that plane from hitting our capitol and likely killing many others. The emotions of the place just cannot be overstated. After all these years it is just hard to believe that there is that kind of evil in the world. The memorial outlines in a very natural way the flight path of the plane ending with a large sandstone rock that approximates where the pla...

I had my first ever meal at Cracker Barrel. I did have an excellent breakfast. I have tried grits a few times in New Orleans and again at Cracker Barrel and although I do not think they taste bad - I do not think they have much taste. Terri M. texted me about slow blog posting so I am putting her name in to see if she is really reading or just giving me a hard time. Please tell Thomas I went to his cherished Cracker Barrel and may go again before I head ...

Sally picked me up in the morning with just one hitch. Sally was at the downtown Doubletree and I was at the Greentree Doubletree. Luckily they are not too far apart. Sally had the day planned. This stop on my trip is the only one that I did not plan anything but visiting my cousin who lives somewhat close to Sally. I knew Sally would have a very good plan even though she says she is not a good tour guide she really is. Spending time with Sally brought ...

All night train ride. Arrived in Pittsburg early in the morning. Took a chance and asked if I could check in early and bless their heart they said OK. This was very lucky because I was fighting sinus issues and a cold - I think they took pity. The hotel did not have much around that I could walk to and I was a bit tired. I think I remember that I had a hard time getting a hotel when I was trying to book. I know why now because there w aa Steelers game on S...