Eight Down....Four to Go

Crossing Into Nebraska - Siouxland Veterans Bridge

Today we crossed the Missouri River and passed out of Iowa and into Nebraska. Eight states down. Four to go.

As a good friend pointed out earlier today, the “instant gratification” states are over. As we look west across Nebraska, Wyoming, Idaho, and Oregon, the distances are truly massive. Believe it or not, we still haven’t quite crossed the halfway point in terms of distance.

This is a big country, and this journey has proven beyond a shadow of a doubt that the people who live here are big hearted, open, generous, and kind. We’ve met people from all walks of life, and the interactions have been welcome and inspiring. This big country is populated with big people who will lend a hand, a word of encouragement, and do the right thing. Though it’s a big place, the distances between us are not nearly as far apart as some might have you believe.

As a special treat, Dad was able to join in crossing from Iowa into Nebraska, and he’s walked the entire distance covered in the Cornhusker State so far. It was good to have him along for the journey again.

I hope you all had a great Tuesday. Be sure to celebrate your own milestones and continue being the great folks that you have proven yourselves to be. Thank you all for your ongoing support and encouragement!