We left this morning to cool temps and clear skies, out 395 South through the Serria Mountains and their foothills. Also, we drove through several National Forests, Toiyabe, Mona Basin, Inyo. Traveled by the lakes of the Serria’s, like Tahoe, Topaz, June and Mammoth. Then we rolled into Bishop CA about lunch time where we met Brother Don Diamond Wilhoit, I met him on Facebook, He is a pastor and the president of Servants of Christ CMC and works with Set Free Church in Oceanside,California.we had lunch and great fellowship then departed ways. Michele and I headed North on US6 to Tonopah, NV and Don back home. traveling through the high deserts of Nevada and fighting the strong cross winds, then crossing Boundary Peak the highest point in Nevada at 13143 feet. we finally arrived to Tonopah, NV for the evening, after having dinner at The Tonopah Brewing Company recommended to us for their BBQ., Yes, another good choice. Ready to call it a day. How awesome is it to sit down with a brother a couple of thousand miles away to break bread and have a wonderful fellowship in the Lord. Amen

We spend most of the day in Virgina City, NV. Virgina City was established in,1859 it is located in the foothills of the Sierra Mountains @ a elevation of 6148 ft. it was the discovery of the Comstock Lode the first major silver deposit. It was the discovery of gold and silver that allowed the town to grow and prosper. on another note, Mark Twain lived there for 4 years while there he ran the local newspaper, mark wrote a bad article about a local miner and the miner challenged him to a duel. Mark not being to proficient with a gun, made decision to leave town. So, Mark and his brother high tailed it on a train to Reno, to live another day. Today there is about 1000 people living in Virgina City, NV. Later in the day we returned to Carson City, to Chill and catch up on some things, before starting back on our journey tomorrow.

Before leaving this morning, I met Joe and Johnanthan from Southern California They were heading to Walla Walla, Washinton. Did a blessing of their bikes and some fellowship before departing.
This morning as we drove out OR 39 with a temp of 42 degrees, it began to sleet. later we went South later in the morning we needed gas, stopped at the Red Barn located on CA 139 S gas was $5. oo per gallon bought a bag of ice was$3.10 per10 lb bag. traveling south on Ca139 it became Modoc National Forest. The Forest was not very vibrant or colorful, come to find out most of the forest had been destroy by fire. Then it was South on County 91 to Ca36 West to395 south. On 395 we discovered Honey Lake, during World Wat II it was used as a bomb testing site. During the Summer when it dries up it becomes a mini salt flat. We are very glad to be on flat ground for a while. We are in Carson City, NV for a couple of Days.we had dinner Fox Pub & Hotel, it is the oldest operating hotel in Nevada. Also, Carson City was one of the Pony Express stops of the Old West.

Day 10 This is the last day of the first leg of our road trip. This morning we had a family breakfast. afterwards Michele and I rode over to Willamette Valley Harley Davidson in Eugene, where meet Scuba a brother from Texas who moved here to take care of his aging mother. we had a great time of fellowship and talking about Jesus. Then it was back to hotel for some rest before heading to the wedding. This evening our great nephew Connor and Madelynn where getting married @ Deep Woods Events in Elmira,Oregon. it was a very good day, got to share Jesus and God’ s Word with the Groom. May the Lord bless their marriage & be at the center of their life’s and may their love grow each and every day for one another and for the Lord. Amen.

Since we had a late day yesterday, we slept in a little while this morning, then it was breakfast at Laurie’s another mom and pop place, a very good breakfast. then it was out 97 South to US20 THE Mckenize Mountain Pass which runs through the West Cascade Range of central Oregon. But we could not travel the entire pass due to Winter closure, so we took 126 West through the Mckenize River Scenic By way, turned out to beautiful landscape. Stopped along the way at Fish Lake, then Shallie Falls on the Mckenize River. We now understand Purple Mountain Majesty, we live in a awesome and beautiful country, What a privilege and blessing to see God’s majesty and amazing artwork. Take time to see and enjoy while you can. We made it Springfield early today which allowed us to catch-up on some things.

This morning we went to Shoshone Falls before leaving Twin Falls Idaho. Here are a few facts about Shoshone Falls, it is also known as the Niagra Falls of the West, it is 45 feet higher than Niagra Falls at 212 ft high &1000ft wide. IN 1907 it became a hydroelectric plant, started producing power that August. The falls is fed by the Snake River. Then it was back on84 West through the rolling hills and high desert plains of Idaho. towards Oregon. later in the day we turned South on 201 before getting on US 26 West. 26 is known as journey through time Oregon Scenic BY Way. At lunch Time and needing gas also, we found this little spot called Burnt River Market in the town of Unity, OR.; where two people could eat for $10.00, with good food and friendly people. What else could a person want? By late evening we were on 97 South to Bend, OR. We had drove just under 500 miles today before calling it quits..GOD”S masterpieces never ceaseto maze us. Amen

We continued our travels this morning out 80 West Towards Utah, But first it was a quick stop at Flaming Gorge Harley and once again GOD gave us an opportunity to pray with another CVA member and his wife they were from Fort Campell, KY. Then it was a short ride through Flaming Gorge (Hwy WY 530). Then WE Continued our travels towards Utah. In Utah 84 West started its twist and turns through the canyons with the river twisting it’s way along the roadway with snow laced mountain tops like Snow Mountain @ 11360 feet. Just outside Ogden, we made another brief stop at Golden SPIKE Harley. Here are a few facts we learn today. IN UTah at Promontory Point is where Western Railroad and Union Pacific Came together to create the first Transcontinental Railroad May 10,1869 System, Second Dwight Eisenhower is also known more than just the 34th president, He is also the father of the Interstate Highway System. The weather for today started off with cool temps and strong winds, later in the day we had sunshine with warmer Temps, but on our final run of the more rainstorms. With God’s Traveling mercy and grace, we made it safely. THrough the doors which God has opened over the last few days, we have found out from the biggest to the smallest person truly are thankful and appreciative for the time of fellowship. It’s all about my Heavenly Father.

This morning we headed West on80 to Rawlings, Wyoming it was a 378-mile run. We did get to see the Snowy mountains and Elk Mountain, both with elevations over 11000 feet they are part of the Southeastern Rockies.The temperature was 76 degrees until the rainstorm came and we got in the mountains outside Laramie the temperature drop to 45 degrees. we arrived in Rawlings this evening. After checking into our room it was recommended to us that we have dinner at Buck’s Sport Grill. Which turned-out to be a great choice. Afterwards we went to check out the Wyoming State Penitentiary. The Cornerstone was laid in 1888and it was finished in 1901, In 1993 it was turned over to the Historical Society. The State Penitentiary was moved to Laramie. Now let Share a couple Of God moments with you, first happen in Dodge City I met two Combat Vet Members who were on their way home to Tennessee after attending, the CVA National in Colorado Springs. They allowed me to pray with them and to give them a cross. Second happen today in Rawlings I met Three brothers from Ohio on a journey to Arizona. I got pray over them and their Bikes. They also received a cross a piece. Lesson is listen and response when God is talking.

We left Dodge City, Kansas this morning but not before stopping at Miss kitty’s (you know from Gun Smoke).This Morning it was cooler temps and overcast skies which would change over to a partly cloudy day. Today we traveled 50 East, 283 North, Nebraska 23&21north towards I 80 West. prior to getting on 80 we stopped in the town of Cozad, NE to have lunch @ Mickies yes, another mom and pop placethen we took 83 north to North Platte, Nebraska for tonight. As far asdinner this evening it was Penny’s for homemade meatloaf and mash potatoes, a great meal also the least expensive by far to date. On a final note, most of the mom and pop places that we have eaten at in the pass, seem to have fallen victim to the Covid scare.I post this momand pop places, because they worth the stop and very affordable. if they don’t fall victims to our current economy. We are appreciative of God’s merciful grace every day. Thanks Jessica for your kind words &Tooter you are very welcome .