Originally Posted by Beverly
Now I know I'm coming west to do some riding. I just finished reading SKT's ride report with the beautiful pictures and now yours. I can't take much more of these ride reports with all this gorgeous scenery

Good idea, Beverly. I've ridden in Death Valley (in March). What an experience! And if you go west, don't forget Washington and Oregon are also spectacular. But here's something that might surprise you. I've travelled all over Europe, Canada, and the USA, and I think there is a very special charm to the midwest that one doesn't find anywhere else in the world.