Photo: Bull Durham Tobacco Ghost Ad – Collinsville, Illinois
Found just ’round the way from the World’s Largest Catsup Bottle on Main Street in Collinsville, Illinois. Location: Google Maps38.6701867,-89.9857204
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Serendipity is a… Giant Rocking Chair?
“Babe! You’re never going to believe where I’m standing right now!” “Where?” “In front of the world’s largest rocking chair!” “Why am I not surprised?” “Actually, I ended up here completely by accident.” “Of...
Travel Inspiration in a Cup o’ Coffee
You never know where you’ll find inspiration to get out and see good stuff! 🙂 The Blue Whale Route 66 Catoosa, Oklahoma The Gemini Giant Route 66 Wilmington, Illinois Tall Paul Route 66 Atlanta,...
Believe In The Power of Daydreams
Then turn those daydreams into reality! These days, our lives are filled with information. Maybe too much of it. Every second of the day we open up wide and words and images are shoveled...
Ghost Ad in Chenoa, Illinois: Selz Royal Blue Shoes
While riding Historic Route 66 in Illinois, I tried to take a turn through the towns that seemed to pop up like an oasis after a stretch of nothin’ much. Often my ride would be...
Passing Through Lincoln, Illinois
During my ride through Illinois in the fall of 2015, I followed Route 66 north from Springfield and passed through the town of Lincoln, Illinois. Prior to leaving home, I did almost no research...
Petrol-Love: Olde Tyme Service Stations in Illinois
Last fall after finishing a stint at the Void Rally 10 in Virginia, I set off on a road trip around Illinois. My plan was to just bum around and look at stuff. As...
Photo: Lost in a Daydream
This post is part of a 29 posts in 29 days blogging challenge hosted by Kathy at ToadMama.com. Today’s writing prompt: A Daydream
If That’s Tall Paul, This Must Be Atlanta
After spending the night in Springfield, Illinois, I set off north on Route 66. My goal for the day was to see the Gemini Giant. But, between Springfield and Wilmington, there were a lot of...
The Gemini Giant Muffler Man of Wilmington, Illinois
The Gemini Giant stands sentinel on Route 66 in the town of Wilmington, Illinois. For as long as I can remember being aware of muffler men, he has captured my imagination as being special. Is...
Quirky Roadside Attractions from Illinois
This morning when I saw the Daily Page prompt: What’s the quirkiest thing about you? I had to smirk. Personally, I don’t think I’m exceptionally quirky but then, who does? It’s other people who...
In the Shadow of the World’s Largest Ketchup Bottle
The World’s Largest Bottle of Ketchup is a roadside icon! When I pulled into the parking lot below the world’s largest ketchup bottle there was a man talking on his cellphone. I snapped a...
Oh. Hello, Mr. Water Tower – Nice to See You!
Do you live in the type of place that could have a smiley face water tower? I don’t. But I wish I did. This tower was along my route from Metropolis to Springfield, Ill....
The Decaying Standard Oil Station of Vienna, Illinois
Meeting a beautiful ghost while road tripping While riding from Metropolis towards Springfield, Illinois, I passed through the town of Vienna. It was a place I’d never heard of before. As I slowed my...
That OTHER Guy From Metropolis? Maybe You’ve Heard of Him?
When I left Fredericksburg, Virginia my plan was very loose. I didn’t have a route but I did have a few points on the map that I wanted to see. One of them was...
Talking to Strangers: The Power of Vulnerability
Traveling by motorcycle opens you up to meaningful exchanges. I’ve been wondering about why people move in and out of your life. While I was on my road trip last week, I had several...
