Brethren Heritage Center, et al

Forty-eight hours after leaving Shelby, 600 miles from my apartment, I had a very refreshing shower at a TA truck stop. Many years ago I discovered that any traveler can take a shower at major truck stops. For a fee, of course. Today it was $10.00 but in the past I only paid $5.00 (inflation, I guess). Now I'll be very honest with you, I don't mind paying $10. for a shower!! They furnish towels and soap (and occasionally shampoo and conditioner). I refuse to pay mega-bucks at a KOA (and RV camp grounds) for the sole benefit of a shower. Management of RV camp grounds stubbornly insist that I have to pay for "full hookup" even though I assure them that I don't use "full hookup." (Six weeks ago I drove away from such an establishment that would not budge from $38.00.)

A very good day!! Nice clean body, shampooed hair, wearing a dress, I saw old haunts and conversed with friends and acquaint-ances. Lunch with cousins. I spent time at the Brethren Heritage Center in Brookville, Ohio. The major amount of my genealogy collection was donated to this library / archives / museum. They have expanded greatly since my last visit and I am so impressed with the facility and the work they are performing!! See the sign above my car? Through the door, down the stairs, and almost the entire basement of the strip-mall is climate controlled and devoted to "Brethren Heritage."

I meandered back roads and recalled the pleasant two years I spent in the vicinity. I was en route back to Panera, and Wal-Mart, when I suddenly saw a Harbor Freight store. I safely navigated into the parking lot and spent about an hour browsing. I haven't seen a Harbor Freight since I left Lancaster, California!! Yes, I made a small purchase of several small items for Little Guy.

I have a quiet corner in Panera and I'll be here for several hours!! I purchased a sandwich, and iced tea. While on the computer, I also have my cell phone charging. Free WiFi, delicious food, beautiful classical music, attractive environment.... What more could a gal ask for? [Prince Charming!!]

I'll be back in the Wal-Mart parking lot later tonight. I have a full day tomorrow: Church with one set of "cousins" in the morning and another set of "cousins" in the evening. (I'm related to these families but we're fourth and fifth cousins.)