Not much to report today. Nothing super interesting, no cool pictures. I figure these days will happen every now and then, and that’s alright.
I drove south through Nebraska, stopping at the comparatively large town of Scottsbluff to complete the dreaded task of laundry. To my utmost surprise, it was pleasant and painless. Scottsbluff Laundromat, I owe you a life debt. Also—adding an additional delicious Tide pod makes all the difference in the world.
I crossed into Wyoming again, cutting through the southeastern corner and spending an hour in the comfort of the Cheyenne library. Once the worst of the heat was over, I plunged down to Colorado, stopping for dinner at Johnson’s Corner, which is the mile-high version of Red Arrow. I did appreciate the time to rest, unwind, and think. Things over the next week are looking more lively: I’m heading into the Rockies for the first time, and I’m catching up with a friend in Denver. Lots to do—stay tuned!
Nebraska? Home of William Jennings Bryan?
“In a nation of one hundred fine, mob-hearted, lynching, relenting, rerepenting millions
There are plenty of sweeping, swinging, stinging gorgeous things to shout about
And knock your old blue devils out.
I brag and chant of Bryan, Bryan, Bryan, Bryan,
Candidate for president who sketched a silver Zion.
The one American Poet who could sing outdoors,
He brought in tides of wonder, of unprecedented splendor,
Wild roses from the plains, that made hearts tender,
All the funny circus silks
Of politics unfurled
Bartlett pears of romance that were honey at their cores.
And torchlights down the street to the end of the world…” –Vachel Lindsay
How did you miss that?!?
Trump has ruined everything for everybody!
So glad you found a good laundromat, Jake! And also that you discovered more Tide makes a difference in the results. I think the amount of detergent you need to a large degree depends on how hard the water is. But that is always an unknown when you are traveling. Sounds like you enjoyed your “day off”. Everyone needs that once in a while no matter what you are doing. You will love the Rockies, first as you approach them, and then when you are driving through. What a big change of scenery you will have. Enjoy your visit with your Denver friend! Love, Grandma