We finally left Wahoo at 9:00. We were shooting for 8:30 but for four people heading out to Yellowstone, it wasn't too bad. It has been my dream to get the family to take a vacation in Yellowstone and it was finally going to happen. We gathered the night before and finalized our packing plans. Beth had made a tremendous packing list so it was pretty easy to follow. Mom purchased some snacks, luncheon meat and bread so our lunches could be eaten on the road.
I finally got some sleep because I had been worrying about a car decision. But today was different. I decided on the convertible and so I slept pretty well.
Our first stop was the Kearney Arch. We arrived about 12:00 and toured the exhibits. Done a little after 1:00. Filled up with gas and then ate some sandwiches. Then we were off for North Platte.
We stopped in North Platte at the World's Largest Railroad Switching Station. Viewing platforms were on the 7th and 8th floor. Even though it was really windy on the highway, the viewing platform was on the side away from the wind. Stayed about a little less than an hour and then back on the road.
About the NE boarder, the wind changed direction from the South to the North. The temperature dropped from 92 degrees to 50 or so degrees. With the time change, we made it to the Holiday Inn Express in Cheyenne about 6:00 mountain time. After we unpacked we walked over to Outback for a great dinner. And because of an accident from the server, we got the blooming onion free. Bonus!
We're back in the room around 8:30 and everybody is either on their computer or getting ready to relax. Day 1 has been great and we have gotten along extremely well. Can't wait until tomorrow.
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