From Lubbock to Mankato, MN October 2 - October 13,2015

We left Lubbock on October 2, and drove to Burkburnett/Wichita Falls, TX for the night.   On the 3rd we drove to Wichita, KS where we camped until October 5.   We spent the 4th doing minor work around the trailer after attending Mass at the beautiful (and huge) Church of the Magdala.   We had breakfast at Panera's and as we drove back to camp the Pro-Life groups of Wichita lined the streets with their pro-life signs.   We were thrilled!    Found a mall, so spent a bit of time walking the mall and had lunch.  

October 5 found us on the road to St. Joseph, MO.   The next morning after breakfast we went to West Missouri University and visited the Walter Cronkite Memorial in the Journalism building.   He was born in St. Joseph, but the family moved to Kansas City when he was small.   The Memorial was very nicely done, and we could have spent hours watching the various news clips that were available. 

His tv studio is in the process of being constructed, and should be available for viewing shortly.   

October 7 we arrived at the Des Moines, IA KOA where we camped for one night.   On the 8th we drove hwy 169 to Mankato and pulled into the Land of Memories Campground about 3 p.m.   It was exciting being back in Mankato -- especially since my sister didn't know we were in town.    We needed to avoid any location where we may run into someone who knew Dom or me.   Hit our favorite pizza place for a House Special at Jake's.   Drove to Amboy, MN to enjoy cinnamon rolls and sticky buns at the Amboy Cottage Cafe.

The big day, October 10, finally arrived.   After breakfast we drove to Good Counsel and joined the crowd at the Craft Fair and Garage Sale.   Spent an hour looking for Dominic.   Didn't find her, but Jack's niece, JoAnn Burkard found us and we enjoyed visiting with the family.   Went up to Dominic's office, and finally saw the famous fishing hat she always wears at the Craft Sale.   Came up behind her and surprised her!   She was speechless!   Enjoyed our surprise visit and on October 13 we met Art and Char at the Amboy Cafe and said our good-byes to Art, Char, Lisa, and Dominic and her friends Ruth and Brenda.   Headed out for Amana, IA about 9:20.