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Tuesday, August 9, 2011

Cross Country Trip Day 9

August 9th

I started my day with a trip to Hobby Lobby. I have never been to one before, but I have quite a few etsy friends who rave about it. And I must agree, it is a fantastic store. It is gigantic, and has more items than I could even comprehend. Unfortunately, my car is already stuffed, so I couldn't buy any large furniture pieces, much to my disappointment.


After my shopping trip, where I severely restricted myself to only spending $30, I headed on to Denver Colorado. It wound up only being about 8 1/2 hours from Kansas City, so I decided to go for it. All I have to say is that Kansas is a really wide, flat state. All I saw for hours on end was corn, sunflowers, and the occasional gas station.

I don't remember when I have ever been so happy to see rolling hills, and the mountains in the distance! I made it to Denver about 9pm local time. Got checked into my hotel, and ordered room service. (I could get used to this) I was just too tired, and getting a migraine, so I didn't want to drive around in a strange city and try to find something to eat.

Enjoy some pictures of today's journey.



Windmills in Kansas

My first view of mountains, in what feels like months.

Pretty clouds with the sun behind them.

Beautiful sunset in Colorado.

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17 comments:

  1. 2justByouAugust 9, 2011 at 11:43 PM

    Beautiful pictures! I wish I had taken a cross country trip this summer. =)
    ~Kim

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  2. Linda BAugust 10, 2011 at 5:04 AM

    Pretty pictures. Enjoy your trip.

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  3. Bella the BeadAugust 10, 2011 at 6:37 AM

    Your pictures are beautiful! But I really want to know how you got out of Hobby Lobby spending just $30 - you are AMAZING!!!

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  4. nangatesdesignsAugust 10, 2011 at 7:02 AM

    What a great trip you've had. Sounds like Hobby Lobby is a great stop! Love your pics!

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  5. Sewinggranny - MonaAugust 10, 2011 at 8:45 AM

    Oh wow. your trip sounds amazing and love your pictures... I want to go to Hobby Lobby too!!!

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  6. Prodigy CraftsAugust 10, 2011 at 11:55 AM

    I've heard about hobby lobby but I've never been there yet

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  7. UnknownAugust 10, 2011 at 12:47 PM

    Great photos! I know what you mean about Kansas! I'm from there and when you're driving across it, you think it's never going to end. The same with Nebraska and Oklahoma!

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  8. AnonymousAugust 10, 2011 at 1:00 PM

    I'm surprised you're not still in Hobby Lobby, what a place. Sounds like you've been having a good time on your trip.

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  9. UnknownAugust 10, 2011 at 1:05 PM

    I am in Kansas City...you are right about being flat!! After Topeka, there isn't much to see! Enjoy your trip!

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  10. CrystalAugust 10, 2011 at 3:33 PM

    Love the dramatic clouds in the first photo!

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  11. BijiBijouxAugust 10, 2011 at 5:53 PM

    Beautiful views! Have a safe trip to your your home!

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  12. CindyAugust 10, 2011 at 7:51 PM

    Lovely pictures! Enjoy your trip!
    Cindy
    http://cute-ecakes.blogspot.com

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  13. UnknownAugust 10, 2011 at 7:54 PM

    Love the sunset picture!! I have never been to a hobby lobby either, but heard lots of good things!!

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  14. Jessica of Verve!August 10, 2011 at 8:15 PM

    Ha! I have been on that drive a lot and it is boring! Great pictures!

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  15. ElfReneeAugust 10, 2011 at 9:55 PM

    Beautiful pictures!

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  16. LostlemonadeAugust 12, 2011 at 8:03 AM

    Makes me want to get on the road again!

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  17. delightfulprintsAugust 12, 2011 at 8:53 AM

    I can't believe you've never been to Hobby Lobby! Your trip looks like a lot of fun!

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