After a good breakfast we hit the road. In a short time we passed a huge Citgo oil refinery. It explained why the houses are heated with gas.
As we progressed along I-80 we passed what is supposed to be the world's largest truck stop. The sign read that they have parking for 900 rigs.
About noon we reached the Mississippi River and decided to stretch the legs. Down by the river was a tugboat as well as a dock that looks like an old paddle wheeler. The tour boat (not in picture) offers 2 day cruises up to Dubuque.
Down the road a bit, Tom saw a sign that looked funny. Maine, being the location of controversial hunting methods and North Woods Law wouldn't think this was too funny. Don't suppose any of you out there would have a story to tell about it.
Turning around from the Mississippi, look what we saw. (Who knew). Alice went in a bit before Tom came in and the lady asked if she could help. Tom with his commonly used line said "I'm looking for my wife but I miss my credit card the most." It didn't cost very much.
Just up over the hill we saw this old car so we thought we would wander up and take a closer look.
For those of you that might watch the History Channel, Antique Archaeology, more commonly known as American Pickers featuring Mike, Frank and Danielle, is located in LeClaire, Iowa. (Who knew) (wink) There are two buildings there. The one below that is seen on the program, and another that is the gift shop.
Where's Grammie
Below, some of the things that Mike and Frank have picked. Some are on sale and some belong to a private collection.
Mikes pride and joy. A knucklehead
This was dug up in a person's back yard in the middle of the night.
An unusual version of a VW
The lady taking our picture insisted that we change places before taking the picture so that the arrow is pointing in the right direction.
We finally ended the day's ride in Clive, Iowa, just west of Des Moines.
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