Pioneer Hardiness

As we rolled the 250 miles or so that we traveled yesterday across the plains of Texas my mind focused on thoughts of the pioneers and the hardiness and determination they must have had to do what they did.  This part of this great country is barren and remote.  We can drive for miles and not see another car.  Very few houses are visible from the highway (we are on US 70).  The power lines are ubiquitous. 

We were determined to get to Roaring Springs, TX.  That was quite a drive for us and it was in the heat of the day; it was at least 93 degrees.  We’ve resolved to not, unless absolutely necessary, drive during the heat of the day.  However, even as we drove and thought how hot it is and that we were tired and ready for supper and rest; what was it like when you could expect to make 2-3 miles per day?  Traveling for months on end; not knowing what’s ahead, or who you may encounter?  And, wondering about a good place to rest for the night.  We arrived at a 600 acre RV park and found a beautiful spot down below the bluffs, next to a small stream.  I think it would have been a perfect spot for weary travelers, but they certainly had more to do than hook up the hose to the water spigot and plug in the electricity so we could turn on the a/c!!

Out secluded parking spot with the bluffs in the background.