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 James checking out the sundial in Independence. |
We left Hannibal in the rain. After dawdling as we watch the Weather Channel tell of the fierce thunderstorm watch, we thought it best to wait until the threat lifted. Wise choice. We saw flooding - most of it on the east bound side which is lower in elevation.
Our first stop today - Main Street USA. We went to Marcelline, MO, boyhood home of Walt Disney, and inspiration for many things, including (of course!) Main Street in the Disney parks. Such and outstanding tour! Our guide had had Walt and his family as guests in their home shortly after the opening of Disneyland, She had much to share about that visit, the Disney family and life in a railroad town. Magnificent!
Traveling westward down route 36, we arrived at the Harry Truman Museum and Library. Two days, two Presidents - pretty cool stuff. This, too, was outstanding. The museum itself is very interactive, and does much to show a clear portrait of the man himself. I was especially stuck by a display of letters he received while President, as it contained the fan mail and poison pen letters.
We concluded with a look at the American Jazz and Negro Baseball museum, around the corner form Arthur Bryant's. I wish Steve was here for this!
In WAY too much rain, we carefully made our way to Olathe to rest for the night. Wow- this may be a Comfort Suites, but I am reminded of Wilderness Lodge! It was a true sign that we has moved closed to the Rocky's as we shared the elevator with men in Resistols and Tony Lamas.
Yee hah!
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