Well, I have served as the concierge of sorts on our trip - maps and tour books in my lap and the Garmin on the dash, barking out orders (the Garmin, not me). Most of the time I am happy with the results, yesterday was not one of those times. I seriously overlooked how far we would have to drive in "getaway Friday of a long weekend" traffic and the distance on the map had no relation to how far north of Dallas we actually ended up. I have apologized to my dear husband who has unlimited patience and says "no problem". After 284 miles traveled Thursday in 9.5 hours (Natchez Trace Parkway day) and 390 miles in 9 hours yesterday, he casually mentioned to me his left knee is killing him. So today was a short day - 6 hours and 308 miles traveled, arriving before sunset (for a change) and a chance for him to stretch his legs out. Obviously we won't be home as soon as we planned. It has given me some time to catch up on my blog today though....
At the southern terminus of the Natchez trace lies the charming city of Natchez, an odd pairing of southern and french influences. It has more of that amazing old architecture we love and a lively attitude. Across the Mississippi lies
Louisiana where, without a doubt, they have the worst roads. They do however have the friendliest people and they will go out of their way to accommodate you. We arrived late at Jimmy Davis State Park and found ourselves a camping spot, when we left yesterday morning and tried to pay they wouldn't take our money - the computer showed there were no spaces available that we could have stayed in. "This one is a free one - ya'll come back though".
Choctaw House 1837
Natchez, Mississippi
If only this gas station had been open.............
The view didn't change...................
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