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Day 74 – North Carolina’s Outer Banks Part 2

Day 74 of a Year Long Road Trip Along America’s Scenic Byways

I survived staying at a complete stranger’s house. I stayed in Ted’s driveway a couple of nights, but this was the first time of my 74 day trip (or for that matter ever) for me to borrow a stranger’s extra bedroom. I figured with my dogs, bear mace, and a 38 special I could handle a man whose hip was shattered by an M16 shot from three feet away.

Seriously, we talked about Frank’s army days, grown kids, and ex-wife enough for me to feel comfortable. And he even showed me his driver’s license so I could text a friend the name of my would be killer if my friend didn’t hear from me the next day!

ON THE ROAD AGAIN!

Day 73 – North Carolina’s Outer Banks

Day 73 of a Year Long Road Trip Along America’s Scenic Byways

Today was full of travel. I left Walter’s house around 9am and drove over 360 miles to the Outer Banks. For most of the drive, the day was damp and misty. It was a good day to hang out in VANilla. Of course I needed gas and the dogs needed a break every once in a while, so we stopped twice before reaching our destination, and one stop was a pleasant surprise.

ON THE ROAD AGAIN!

Day 72 – Blue Ridge Parkway (North Carolina Part 2)

Day 72 of a Year Long Road Trip Along America’s Scenic Byways

Blue Ridge Parkway

I awoke to another HAZY morning. I was a bit disappointed as Reader’s Digest describes Linville Falls as one of the most popular stops on the Blue Ridge Parkway, and if travelers could pick one stop along the route, Linville Falls would be the most likely choice. I hoped low hanging fog in Asheville, and a clear day in the mountains.

Lucky for me, my hope turned out to be reality. The mountain tops, in crystal clear skies, towered above valleys blanketed in clouds. Looking out above the clouds gave me a feeling like I was in the Himalayas – obviously far from it – but the panorama looked magnificent. I stopped at countless overlooks to admire the views.

ON THE ROAD AGAIN!

Day 71 – Blue Ridge Parkway (North Carolina)

Day 71 of a Year Long Road Trip Along America’s Scenic Byways

It was a cloudy morning at Walmart, yet not a bad view. I started my day early on the Southern part of the Blue Ridge Parkway. The foggy, misty, and windy weather made my visit to the Parkway feel somewhat eerie. I was the only one around. No cars were on the road and none were at our first stop, Waterrock Knob.

ON THE ROAD AGAIN!