You have to pay before pumping gas in California, while in Oregon (by law) all gasoline is pumped by an attendant. Does that tell you something about these two states? 

I thought that we were hot stuff pulling our new pickup until I saw a motorhome on I-90 pulling a trailer with a helicopter on it. I'm not kidding. 

After paying $24 (including Good Sam discount) for a campsite in Jackson, Wyoming, I really appreciate our CCC membership. 

Yellowstone brought back some not so good memories of Yosemite. Too many people (even at this time of year) and inconsiderate drivers who are always in a hurry, or stop in the middle of the road with no notice, to look at wildlife. 

I surely don't like the football scores coming out of E. Lansing. Is it time for a new coach or . . . smarter players? 

With all of the recent baby news coming our way, it sure was comforting to have our answering service. It worked great. Reminder to family: we check the service every night between 7 and 9 p.m., E.S.T. 

Barb talked me into buying a leather "Indiana Jones" hat in Idaho. Maybe we will show you a picture of me wearing it in the next issue. 

My favorite park this past month was Mt. Rainier---unique and beautiful!