Sioux Falls South Dakota

After driving all day yesterday, the car needed a good cleaning. It seems that all there is on route 90 from Wisconsin to South Dakota are bugs and corn.

After cleaning we discovered a crack in the windshield that needed some attention. Since Sioux falls is the largest city, population about: 124,000,  in South Dakota we figured that staying would be the wisest decision in order to get it fixed.

Spending the day in Sioux Falls wasn’t too bad. There wasn’t much for us to do there but visit Falls Park and the fairgrounds.

The city’s foundation derived from Quartzite, an extremely compact bedrock made mostly out of quartz. The bedrock has been used to build some of the older buildings and homes and can also be seen throughout Falls Park.

Falls Park is the basis for the name Sioux Falls. The park has three sets of waterfalls, together they are the Sioux Falls, that flow right over the Quartzite and into the city.  The park allows visitors to roam free among the Quartzite and falls allowing plenty of photo opportunities for Jason and I.

After enjoying our time by the falls we decided to explore this city. We found a nice fairgrounds, that was hosting a few different activities however, we were starving so we decided to set up our stove and eat a nice hot lunch.

Once our belly’s were full we decided to cool off from the hot weather (85 degrees). We decided to leave the fairgrounds and head out to a park about 15 miles out of the city.

The park was small but had a nice waterfall and some free electric camp sites. After chatting with our new South Dakota friends, Dolly and Bert, and taking some photos at the park, we headed to one of the camp sites and made another hot meal. I must say I’m an expert chef when it comes to cooking pasta and canned chicken. (it’s actually not bad with hot sauce)

Highlight of the day… the first hot shower since Oneonta.

We ended our day by heading back to the fairgrounds were Jason negotiated with the manager to let us take showers and then to the local Wal Mart to call it a night.

Route 90 to South Dakota

Knowing that all we have to do was drive, Jason and I had a late start. After spending our morning at the laundry mat we headed towards Sioux Falls, South Dakota. The long drive left us with nothing to do but reflect on the 9^th anniversary of 9/11.

As we drive across the United States my love for this country has grown to a new level. The people and places we have visited so far has already made this trip memorable and I am so thankful for having the opportunity to travel. 9/11 effected everyone and as we stop at rest stops along Route 90 the memory of this day is evident. For instance, after crossing over the Mississippi River, we picked up a pamphlet commemorating those who have lost their lives in the tragedy and our armed forces across seas who are fighting for our country.

I am so blessed for having my family and friends. Thank you all for your love and support, I love you!

May we never forget.

God bless America

Wisconsin Dells

The next morning we woke up and headed straight to the Top Secret Upside Down White House in Wisconsin Dells. Better than any amusement park and shore spot, this city is without a doubt the best family tourist destination we have ever seen. You do not want to tell your children about this place!

Right near the Wisconsin River, the city is known for plenty of attractions, water sports and bluffs. Before exiting route 90, water parks draw attention to the city. Passing by a giant dinosaur gas station, several huge indoor water parks, Mt Olympus Water & Theme Park and the Duck tours, we stopped by to take some photos of the Upside Down White House and Wizard Quest. This place gave Jason and I so much to see we decided to spend the day there.

Parking the little guy down the road, we walked the strip of Souvenir stores and homemade fudge shops. Wisconsin seems to be very big on cheese, fudge, and bars. We then stopped at the largest cheese shop in Wisconsin Dells and purchased a fresh piece of Sartori Reserve parmesan and cheddar cheese. (Delicious)

We called it a night after taking photos of the waterfall outside of the Ho-Chunk casino.