Mile 5,650 Evanston, WY

Holy smurfs, I am road weary. It's been a beautiful trip. The map isn't totally accurate, as we ended up going through Canada and Michigan to get to Chicago. We stopped at Niagra Falls for lunch which was just lovely and have been doing some full days so that we can get to California by nightfall tonight. 18 states (and 1 Canadian province) we have passed through, saw Mt. Rushmore, Crazy Horse, crossed the Continental Divide, 2 time zones, and even got our customary Wall Drug bumper stickers. Last night after a very full day of driving we pulled into Rock Springs, WY only to find that every hotel in town was booked due to a natural gas boom. Nothing was available within 60 miles. So back on the road we went until we arrived here in Evanston. Only one more crazy day.

So the last 2 shows of the east coast leg were lots of fun. The venue in Saratoga Springs is the oldest folk music venue in the country where many musicians got their start. There was a wall of fame inside that was pretty much a wall of all my musical influences. It was great knowing I had shared the stage with all of them. The Belhurst Castle was just breathtaking and I would definitely play there again. Well, it's just about time to hit the road. Back in the saddle again!