Day 3 – May 30, 2014
Rose Hill, VA – Charleston, WV
222 miles/4 hours
Temperature – 85 degrees.
We pulled out of Grandmom & Granddad’s at 9:15 this
morning. Although it’s always sad to say
goodbye, we were ready to hit the road!
The drive from the SW Virginia (Cumberland Gap) to Charleston, WV is
beautiful – God’s country. We drove through
Big Stone Gap, which was stunning. SO
pretty, in fact, that Miss Petal to the Metal pulled over three times to take
pictures. Seriously, that was a first!
We rolled in to Charleston at 1:15 and it is a little city. About ten years ago Rich and I passed through
with the boys and decided to stay the night.
At the time, we found the city charming.
I don’t know if I’m older and more cynical, or if there’s been some decline,
but the charm has worn off a bit for momma.
I’m not feeling it.
We drove straight to the Capitol, which is on the Kawahna
River. The Capitol complex is beautiful,
and grand. It always amazes me when you
find such stunning facades in small cities.
I can confirm that the capitol of Georgia really pales in comparison. Another interesting observation I made was
that there was absolutely no security in the building. We came and went as we pleased and Barrett actually
entered the Governor’s outer office. Seriously
– his real office. His secretary wasn't
there, but no one stopped us.
We got to the hotel about 3 – and hit the pool for an
hour. Then the kids and I went to the
mall across the street to find dinner.
We ended up at Outback and had the best time. We laughed ourselves silly over nothing. I am really going to miss our adventures when
they grow up, they are my wingmen!
It’s official – we’re on the road. As I type this, they are watching The Muppet Movie (and I’m wishing I had
ear plugs – it’s a truly bad movie).
Big Stone Gap
Posing with the Governor and his family.
The Governor's Mansion.
