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December 8th 2015
Published: June 25th 2017
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Geo: 39.801, -89.6436Our time machine trip along Route 66 continues. Just under 90% of the road survives so every now and again we have to try and stitch pieces together but it's a relatively easy drive through American history even if Billy Thunder isn't quite giving us the Caddie experience. We did add satellite radio before we left but DH won't let me tune into the more appropriate ... Read Full Entry



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Big Ball Of String In LincolnBig Ball Of String In Lincoln
Big Ball Of String In Lincoln
This is not the biggest ball of string in the contentious world of balls of string but it is big. It sits in the front window of a private home.
Lincoln Christened Lincoln Lincoln Christened Lincoln
Lincoln Christened Lincoln
Lincoln used a watermelon to christen the town of Lincoln.
The World's Largest Covered WagonThe World's Largest Covered Wagon
The World's Largest Covered Wagon
DH got out of the car but wasn't impressed.
Pig HipPig Hip
Pig Hip
The Pig Hip Restaurant operated as a restaurant from 1937 till 1991 with Ernie Edwards as the creator of the Pig Hip sandwich.
Route 66Route 66
Route 66
Old Route 66 StationOld Route 66 Station
Old Route 66 Station
Easy Way To Cut The GrassEasy Way To Cut The Grass
Easy Way To Cut The Grass
Ladies RoomLadies Room
Ladies Room
Another bathroom door for Carol C.
Route 66Route 66
Route 66
Open... Or NotOpen... Or Not
Open... Or Not
Self ExplanatorySelf Explanatory
Self Explanatory
Route 66 SignageRoute 66 Signage
Route 66 Signage
Roy Bertelli, "Mr Accordion"Roy Bertelli, "Mr Accordion"
Roy Bertelli, "Mr Accordion"
SpringfieldSpringfield
Springfield
Lincoln GravesiteLincoln Gravesite
Lincoln Gravesite
Lincoln Tomb is the final resting place of the 16th President of the United States, Abraham Lincoln, his wife, Mary Todd Lincoln, and three of their four sons.
Lincoln GravesiteLincoln Gravesite
Lincoln Gravesite
People Touch His Nose For LuckPeople Touch His Nose For Luck
People Touch His Nose For Luck
Lincoln BustLincoln Bust
Lincoln Bust
The nose on the head of Lincoln remains shiny due to the tradition of rubbing Lincoln's nose for good luck. We can always use more good luck.
Lincoln GravesiteLincoln Gravesite
Lincoln Gravesite
On April 15, 1865, the day President Lincoln died, a group of Springfield citizens formed the National Lincoln Monument Association and spearheaded a drive for funds to construct a memorial or tomb.
Lincoln's TombLincoln's Tomb
Lincoln's Tomb
The tomb was built with additional crypts for members of Lincoln's family in addition to the four spaces already used. However, as the remaining members of Lincoln's family chose to be buried elsewhere, the other crypts remain empty.
Lincoln's Tomb Lincoln's Tomb
Lincoln's Tomb
Lincoln's remains were interred in a marble sarcophagus in the center of a chamber known as the "catacombs," or burial room



21st December 2015

Marlene Suddes
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I'd LOVE that! Can you still play those games! I'd be there all day long :)
21st December 2015

Marlene Suddes
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Oh Gawd! Aren't they taking things a bit too far??
21st December 2015

Marlene Suddes
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That food could be more dangerous to your health than eating in some of those Jungle villages you've been to....just sayin...
21st December 2015

Marlene Suddes
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Perfect example of re-cycling!
21st December 2015

Marlene Suddes
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Baaaaahahahahaha!
21st December 2015

Marlene Suddes
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Nice Pic! Actually looks pretty real!
21st December 2015

Marlene Suddes
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OK....good enough reason. :D
21st December 2015

Marlene Suddes
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Again.....WHY?
21st December 2015

Marlene Suddes
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What happened to the fourth Son? Where'd he go?
21st December 2015

Marlene Suddes
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Is this the same Springfield that the Simpson's are from? LOL!
21st December 2015

Marlene Suddes
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Very Nostalgic! They must film a lot of old Movies in that area. It's like a time warp...
21st December 2015

Marlene Suddes
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If it stayed lucrative, they deserve a medal!
21st December 2015

Marlene Suddes
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This stuff is all fun! I don't think its supposed to be necessarily impressive....I've never seen it, so you guys have one up on me :D
21st December 2015

Marlene Suddes
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WHY?
21st December 2015

Marlene Suddes
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Well,, that's definitely historic now because you can't even find a phone booth around anymore!
21st December 2015

may-vic
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It's interesting to see so many murals depicting the 50' and 60's Americana lifestyles. Sing on DH, sing on!
21st December 2015

Marlene Suddes
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Seriously?
21st December 2015

Marlene Suddes
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DH is looking unimpressed....
21st December 2015

Marlene Suddes
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Quite honestly, it looks like a dump from the outside!
21st December 2015

Marlene Suddes
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At least he has a Santa Hat!
21st December 2015

Marlene Suddes
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Just a side note....Why is Diesel Fuel almost twice the price of Regular Fuel?? That's nuts!
21st December 2015

Marlene Suddes
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Can't resist a visit to anything Police related eh?
21st December 2015

Marlene Suddes
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:(
21st December 2015

Marlene Suddes
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Thats an interesting contraption!
21st December 2015

Marlene Suddes
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Looks like old fashion fun!
21st December 2015

Margaret Grant
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Vic.....you really should commit your musings to book form. It would be a great success. Have you had training in creative writing, or is it a natural talent? I'm NOTKidding!!
21st December 2015

Marlene Suddes
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Vic, your Blogs are always entertaining. You're actually very funny!DH looks completely unimpressed in some of these shots ....
22nd December 2015

gabbyv
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I haven't heard from you two in a bit so I was getting worried but then I found your recent blog! yay :D Looks like you guys are having a great time on your road trip! Can't wait to hear about your next adventures. Hope you have a very Merr
y Christmas. Love you guys!
22nd December 2015

gabbyv
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Why can't you call it a corn dog?
25th December 2015

carolcooke
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Yes there is definitely a common theme at each of your stops so far!
25th December 2015

carolcooke
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I'm surprised you didn't rent a helicopter and take photos from above!!!
25th December 2015

carolcooke
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I'm surprised you didn't get to Lincoln's house. I was in Springfield in 2000 and his house is really amazing...pretty sure I got a picture of his ghost near his desk!!!Looking forward to the next instalment!

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