We have proved it once again, no matter when we want to leave in the morning - any morning, anywhere, any trip - can't seem to get on the road until 11:00am. Today 11:05! We were trying for 10:00am but knew it would not happen.

Blue Boy weighed in at a whopping 14,430 pounds! 380 pounds overweight! Not really too bad in total, but 750 pounds overweight on the rear axle. I went back to Ellen's "space" in the rear bedroom and saw about 750 pounds of extra clothing and shoes! Brother Tim, we are going to have a big bag to send back with you when you leave Ft. Myers.

I must admit, however, it is hard to pack leaving winter cold in Elkhart, traveling south into the warmth of fashionable Florida, then West across cowboy Texas, New Mexico, and Arizona. And then South of the border into Mexico. I too packed too much, but it really is hard to decide what to take knowing we will be away from our closets at home for 4 months.

Anyway, made it as planned to Shepardsville, Ky about 20 mile south of Louisville. About 7 hours on the road and 365 miles. Staying at a KOA that does not merit any commentary other than it has water and elcectricity AND 54 degrees outside! Looks like its turning alot colder tomorrow! We want to get as far south as we can tomorrow to avoid the cold coming south.

The best part of today's trip was stopping at the gas station South of Indy. $1.55/gal !!!!!!!!!
I usually fill up when the tank is down to a quarter - on recent trips costing me $150.00. Today, well, I spent $55.80! I love this country!