Today’s Song: Get Out The Map, by The Indigo Girls
Current Location: St. Paul, Minnesota
As planned, I was able to finish off packing the car and get on the road by 7 AM.
All packed up. It’s time to hit the road! pic.twitter.com/wMQJFYR2A4
— That Husky Guy (@DuncanDaHusky) June 30, 2017
This was my first time really putting the Mustang through its paces, and oh my did it deliver! The first time I hit a freeway I punched it to see what would happen. Suddenly, I was doing 90 miles per hour. I admit I had to take a few moments to giggle madly. Clearly this isn’t something to do around other cars or populated places, but I see some fun times once I get out to Nevada and Utah…
The first leg of my trip brought me all the way to…Lake Geneva, Wisconsin I stopped for a good breakfast at one of my favorite places, Simple Cafe.
Of course, a good trip starts with a good breakfast. pic.twitter.com/DNqtxqi2mH
— That Husky Guy (@DuncanDaHusky) June 30, 2017
After lingering a bit longer than expected there I started wandering north and west through Wisconsin. My first stop was Water House Foods in Lake Mills. This was a cute little bistro across from the town square.
Since I’m not in any hurry, I’m stopping for a cappuccino in Lake Mills, WI. pic.twitter.com/Xzeyyh4mVh
— That Husky Guy (@DuncanDaHusky) June 30, 2017
After a tasty cappuccino, I was back on the road. I changed course a couple of different times as a drove, taking suggestions from folks on Twitter. Eventually I wound up heading north of Madison to Sauk City, where I stopped at Wollersheim Winery and Distillery. I didn’t make it to the winery, but I was able to try a sample of six of their spirits.
If I walk away from here with only one bottle it will be a miracle. pic.twitter.com/t6XyNS9THY
— That Husky Guy (@DuncanDaHusky) June 30, 2017
Considering I drive into Canada where they may or may not assess a duty on any booze I have in excess of the allotted (small) amount, I limited my purchase to a bottle of the pear eau de vie, which was quite delicious!
The afternoon was getting on so from there I jumped to Interstate 90 and drove directly to St. Paul, getting in at about 5:30 PM. This gave me enough time to grab a quick shower and get settled before heading back out against to The Happy Gnome, where I met Mwako, Charles, Cyn, Lego, and Kellic for dinner. A fantastic meal and drinks ensued, with enjoyable conversation all around. My dinner included a rather enormous chicken sandwich:
@DuncanDaHusky taking out a flock of chickens with his chicken sandwich. pic.twitter.com/1uT1rzptSR
— KellicTiger (@KellicTiger) July 1, 2017
I love these folks; I need to get up here more often to see them!
And now I’m back in my room at the Hyatt Place St. Paul, winding down for the night. This has been a great start to the trip – a little bit of meandering, a little lounging around various interesting places, and a little straightforward highway driving to get where I need to go. Tomorrow will sadly be more of the latter, since the drive from here to Winnipeg, Manitoba is not a short one. I’ll be up and on the road bright and early, though!
Miles Driven Today: 366.2
Time Driving Today: 7:01
Total Miles Driven: 366.2
Total Time Driving: 7:01