Different Perspective

I find myself in the passenger's seat for the first time since we left Texas. The missus has graciously consented to drive for a while to allow me to catch up on 'stuff'.

I get a little antsy when I go a couple days without balancing the checkbook - even more so when I'm spending money across the country. After reconciling the books, I'm pleased to report we're well under budget thus far. Our frugal ways and exceptionally hospitable friends have been helpful in staying within our means.

Last night found us north of Salt Lake City - back on our scheduled itinerary. We enjoyed a meal at a local Tepanyaki Steak House. The family that joined us at our table had two young daughters (2 and 4). The oldest was so surprised when our chef lit the grill aflame that she held the Macaulay Culkin Home Alone pose for a solid 3 minutes.

[just overheard from the back seat, "this is the best car trip ever!"]

We're driving through some amazing country outside Logan, UT on our way to Yellowstone NP. I've been excited about our vacation for months, but I've eagerly anticipated visiting Yellowstone (and Crater Lake) more than any other place. I likely won't fire up the laptop for a few days, so my Yellowstone entries likely won't be posted 'til we make our way to Missoula, Montana on Friday night.

Until then, thanks again for reading.

P.S. We stopped at Bear Lake to switch Drivers. Wow! It was simply beautiful. The view was spectacular and the air smelled so sweet. Something tells me I may run out of superlatives on this trip.