Yesterday, we drove through South Dakota and saw lots of corn, corn everywhere, fields and fields of corn. We made our way to see the pride and joy of Mitchel South Dakota the one and only Corn Palace. It was a tourist trap, but at least we walked away with free coffee creamer, salt and pepper shakers. We continued on our way to Badlands National Park, where we bought an $80.00 park pass to get us into all the national parks we want for an unlimited amount of time for a year, sweet buy. The badlands were beautiful... but it was about 45 degrees and we felt tired and sweaty, even with the ac on. After a not so quick stop at walmart in Rapid city for some foodage, it was time to see the national icon, Mt. Rushmore. We were disappointed because we had really high expectations and figured it would be much more epic. At least we avoided the $11 parking by taking pictures from the car... it was a rapid fire drive by shooting.
Wyoming was next on the list, and so far, has been my favourite to drive through. Currently I'm sitting in the car listening to Third Eye Blind and looking at mountains for the first time in my life. We're about to drive through them to get to our next stop in Yellowstone National Park, and it's already a breath-taking experience. I cant even imagine how amazing the Rockies will be. Unbelievably excited. I love this earth.
- Rachel
