A Qucik Trip on Route 66 in Illinois-- Part 1

Coming back from the Florida Panhandle, we cruised Route 66 in Illinois from Staunton to Litchfield, and then from Springfield to Dwight.

Some items of note along the way.

EAST ST. LOUIS-- still sad

DOWNSTATE MERAMEC CAVERN SIGN-- looks like it is about finished. Much of the back is down and the roof in shambles. Doubt that it will be remaining much longer and appears to be too gone to save. I'd say the only thing holding it up is the paint from the sign.

RICH HENRY'S RABBIT RANCH-- Staunton. Always great talking 66 and visiting with Rich. Got to meet the "replacement" for Montana who can also "autograph" postcards when in the mood. Rich has had to spend quite a bit of money on rabbit health issues.

FARMERSVILLE-- It appears Art's Motel restaurant is open again.

COZY DOG-- Springfield-- Had to get the old Cozy Fix (which is better, the Cozies or fries?) Talked with Becky of Becky's Barn and her husband and Sue Waldmire. Becky was sticking up on Bob Waldmire and Route 66 stuff for this coming driving season and planning a snack bar along the brick section of the original 66.

We talked a lot about Bob.

To Be Continued. --RoadDog