Our Accidental Odyssey

Rolling Through Kansas: Small Town Surprises on Our Road Trip West We headed west today, and just outside of Kansas City, it was mile after mile of green, rolling prairie—with not much else in sight. Is Kansas offering guided tours of Oz today? Only 500 miles to go! Lunch Stop and History in Abilene, Kansas We stopped for lunch in Abilene, Kansas, and took a little time to explore the town. Things to Do in Abilene, Kansas Abilene is the birthplace of President Dwight D. Eisenhower and home to his presidential library. We snapped a quick photo of his boyhood home before continuing on. We learned that Wild Bill Hickok once served as the town marshal—famous for having shootouts in front of the Old Alamo Saloon. The Lubold House, built on the site of the town’s original settlers, had an i...

Exploring St. Louis: History, Horses, and Honky Tonk Our full day in St. Louis delivered a lovely mix of history, music, and unexpected surprises —plus a Clydesdale or two. Here’s how we spent a day discovering the best of this iconic city. Morning Light in Downtown St. Louis We woke up to gorgeous morning light revealing the beauty of our hotel and the surrounding  downtown St. Louis . Nestled in the heart of the  financial district , our hotel was built into an  1880s bank , complete with double vaults still intact. The view from our room wasn’t too shabby either. 😉 As we wandered the area, we noticed that nearly every building had a historical marker —a reminder that we were walking the same blocks once strolled by Mark Twain himself. Gateway Arch National Park and a Walk Through History After breakfast, we made our way to Gateway ...