We almost got blown away last night. Around 1:30 am the wind started howling and blew the tent sideways even though we had a fence shelter behind us and the car on one side. It also cooled off dramatically. We drove to McDonald's for our oatmeal and coffee since we could not have kept the camp stove lit long enough to make breakfast.
Our drive today was through Kansas and we are in the Topeka KOA. It is quite interesting as the rec room and office, etc. is a converted barn. But of course it is on the highway so the noise factor is there. We are sleeping in the van tonight - we don't want a repeat of the wind situation from last night. Also, thunderstorms are being called for so no sense putting up the tent.
We made a stop in Hays, KS at noon and wanted to see some of the sights but it was raining so we just stopped at McDonald's for coffee and a quick bite. Just as I was about to make a reservation for tonight on my computer and as a busload of people came in, the power went out. So off we went to Russell, KS to make the reservation. And the bus followed us.
We passed a huge windfarm near Vesper, KS.
And I must say, Kansas is NOT flat. Up to Topeka, we still have rolling hills. On the western end the elevation is still around 5000 feet, in the middle are the Flint Hills, and only now will be get into the grasslands and a lower elevation. This surprised me the first time we drove through Kansas and still surprises me even though I know better.
We have been noticing a lot of roundabouts at the exit ramps off the interstates. We first started to see them in Nevada and have seen them again now in Kansas. It makes more sense than stoplights and keeps the traffic moving along. Very progressive.
We turned 10,000 kms on the trip meter just outside of Topeka. Interestingly, it went to 9999 and then flipped back to one. Tomorrow's intended destination is Casey, IL with hopefully some shopping along the way. My shopping list is intact - no shopping other than groceries so far.
With us in the campground tonight is a group, many on motorcycles, with Journey4Justice. The campground was selling all you can eat spagetti for $5 and that came in handy since we are out of supplies, except for oatmeal, and the KOA is outside of town. I can't face another mile in the car today and I am sure Otto feels the same.
Have a good evening. Sorry, no pictures today!!
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