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* Thought I'd have additional info now, but not yet. Later this month, I should have a revised itinerary ready to post.... I sure hope to meet many of you along the way this year; I'll be driving enough miles to do so! Cort | 37.m.IL.pigValve.pacemaker | 5 Monte Carlos + 1 Caprice Classic | * meet_05.21.11_FrnkGrv.IL * MCs.CC + CHD.models.HO.legos.RadioShows + RoadTrips.us66 = http://www.chevyasylum.com/cort "I can't stop driving" __ New Radicals __ 'Someday We'll Know'

* UPDATES ..."Cold Treat" Meet'n'Greet, 07/30/2011: Nanner's has closed, so we'll most-likely attend the cruise night at Beef Villa until 9p. https://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=162553523802552 ..."October Fest" Meet'n'Greet, 10/15/2011: If 15 or more people attend, we will qualify for the museum's GROUP RATE ($8). https://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=162289947162585 _____ "MAY MADNESS" ... 05/21/2011 _____ https://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=205964609433307 ~11:30a - ~3p @ LINCOLN WAY CAFE 137 N Elm St (IL RT 38 / Lincoln Highway) FRANKLIN GROVE IL http://national.citysearch.com/profile/35301502/franklin_grove_il/lincoln_way_cafe.html https://picasaweb.google.com/knightfan26917/RT66TRIPDAY1#5427143135205986450 After lunch, we'll visit the LH NATIONAL HEADQUARTERS across the street. http://www.lincolnhighwayassoc.org/info/il/ https://picasaweb.google.com/knightfan26917/RT66TRIPDAY1#5427141662886708722 Join us! Cort | 37.m.IL.pigValve.pacemaker | 5 Monte Carlos + 1 Caprice Classic | * meet_05.21.11_FrnkGrv.IL * MCs.CC + CHD.models.HO.legos.RadioShows + RoadTrips.us66 = http://www.chevyasylum.com/cort "Push the pedal down watch the world around fly by us" __ Mat Kearney __ 'Nothing Left To Lose'

* CRUISE NIGHT SEASON IS HERE! And, with that, another change: Nanner's has closed, so no cruise nights there on Saturdays. Also with that ... ROAD CONSTRUCTION. In the below revised listings, the start dates are included. MOST cruise nights last until the end of September or October. Remember, I PLAN to attend the following 2011 season cruise nights. I will NOT be able to attend EVERY night or week. The ones I intend to frequent the most have " *** " in front of them. https://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=176060582441670 So, if you will be at any of them, please let me know... ...via PH: 847- 337- 9897 ...via EM: faithcubsmc2691 @ aol.com ___ SUN ___ > starts 06/05/2011 < *** @ ROOKIES 2486 Bushwood Dr ELGIN IL ___ MON ___ > starts 06/06/2011 < *** @ ROOKIES 1545 W Main St (IL RT 64) ST CHARLES IL ___ TUE___ > starts 05/17/2011 < @ AUGUSTINO'S ROCK & ROLL DELI 300 W North Ave W CHICAGO IL > starts 05/24/2011 < @ SCOOBYS RED HOTS 10400 S IL Route 31 ALGONQUIN IL ___ WED ___ > started 04/20/2011 < @ GOODY'S 2057 Lincoln Way (IL RT 38/Lincoln Highway) ST CHARLES IL > starts 05/25/2011 < @ MAXWELL'S 551 S 8th St (IL RT 31) W DUNDEE IL ___ THU ___ > starts 05/26/2011 < @ MR C'S 1350 E Chicago St (IL RT 19 & Shales Parkway) ELGIN IL > started 04/21/2011 < @ LUKE'S 2 Lw Besinger Dr (off IL RT 25) CARPENTERSVILLE IL ___ FRI ___ > starts 05/20/2011 < *** @ THE VILLAGE SQUIRE 480 Randall Rd S ELGIN IL ___ SAT ___ > starts 05/21/2011 < *** @ BEEF VILLA 1225 W Spring St S ELGIN IL Cort | 37.m.IL.pigValve.pacemaker | 5 Monte Carlos + 1 Caprice Classic | * meet_05.21.11_FrnkGrv.IL * MCs.CC + CHD.models.HO.legos.RadioShows + RoadTrips.us66 = http://www.chevyasylum.com/cort "Got a lead foot down on my accelerator" __ Jodee Messina __ 'Bye Bye Bye'

MOTOR GNOMES What cool plates have you seen? http://www.motorgnomes.com/2011/05/plate-tales/ WHEN THE GOING IS GOOD I've added more sections to my ROUTE 66 STORY.... http://whenthegoingisgood.com/category/route66/ Cort | 37.m.IL.pigValve.pacemaker | 5 Monte Carlos + 1 Caprice Classic | * meet_05.21.11_FrnkGrv.IL * MCs.CC + CHD.models.HO.legos.RadioShows + RoadTrips.us66 = http://www.chevyasylum.com/cort "Feelings are intense" __ Depeche Mode __ 'Enjoy The Silence'

I have yet to own a sports car OR a convertible. I have a number of friends that either have or still own a Miata, and I sure wouldn't mind having one of those myself. Though, the one convertible I would LOVE to have ... 1975 Caprice Classic convertible, like this: I remember seeing the pictures you sent me of this one. Sure hope to see it in person someday, Bliss! Cort | 37.m.IL.pigValve.pacemaker | 5 Monte Carlos + 1 Caprice Classic | * meet_05.21.11_FrnkGrv.IL * MCs.CC + CHD.models.HO.legos.RadioShows + RoadTrips.us66 = http://www.chevyasylum.com/cort "I want a 2-tone Chevrolet" __ BJ Thomas __ '2-Car Garage'

Very cool video, Ara! Cort | 37.m.IL.pigValve.pacemaker | 5 Monte Carlos + 1 Caprice Classic | * meet_05.21.11_FrnkGrv.IL * MCs.CC + CHD.models.HO.legos.RadioShows + RoadTrips.us66 = http://www.chevyasylum.com/cort "Someone lights the way with just a single ray of hope" __ Alabama __ 'Angels Among Us'

Thanks for sharing that link, Denny! I just saved it to my favorites. I want to retire now so I can do more road trips...lol. Cort | 37.m.IL.pigValve.pacemaker | 5 Monte Carlos + 1 Caprice Classic | * meet_05.21.11_FrnkGrv.IL * MCs.CC + CHD.models.HO.legos.RadioShows + RoadTrips.us66 = http://www.chevyasylum.com/cort "Why can't that be me?" __ 3 Doors Down __ 'If I Could Be Like That'

I had that same revelation as I was researching for my Route 66 trip in early 2009. I became so overwhelmed with what all I was being told I "should" see that I finally sat down, made a list of all that had been suggested, crossed off things that I knew for sure really didn't interest me, then formulated an itinerary from what was left. As I did that, I had a good idea of what I could and could not see given the timeframe, so I eliminated things further, to ensure that my 2 weeks was WELL used. And, those 2 weeks in September 2009 were the best road tripping 2 weeks. I know what you mean, Dave. I felt that way on my way back home, after my September 2009 Route 66 trip. Funny thing is ... prior to that trip ... I never felt disconnected on the interstates. Why? Because every single road trip prior to that 2009 journey, my goal was to meet people I knew from various groups/message boards, including family members and friends. So, I didn't mind the jaunt on the interstates, because the quicker I arrived at each town, the more time I had to spend with the people I planned to meet. Even so, I took my time and stopped when I needed, etc., and still met a number of people along the way. Plus, in most cases, I was driving only 5-6 hours a day, giving me ample time. I'm eager to see how my 2011 trip will go, based on those experiences. This year, my trip has to be on the interstates, given my relatively short time (just over 2 weeks) to go from some car shows in Pennsylvania to some spots along Route 66 (including stops in IL, MO, KS, OK and TX) to Washington and Oregon. I have some 2-lane jaunts planned, but not as many as I'd like. If only I had more than 2 weeks of vacation, I'd be set. Some have suggested I wait to do that type of trip until retirement ... except that is some 30 years down the road, and we are NEVER guaranteed "tomorrow".... Cort | 37.m.IL.pigValve.pacemaker | 5 Monte Carlos + 1 Caprice Classic | * meet_05.21.11_FrnkGrv.IL * MCs.CC + CHD.models.HO.legos.RadioShows + RoadTrips.us66 = http://www.chevyasylum.com/cort "Time asks no questions" __ Des'ree __ 'You Gotta Be'

Wow...what a find, Dave! Chuckled at how the "KEEP MOVING" was emphasized in the description. Cort | 37.m.IL.pigValve.pacemaker | 5 Monte Carlos + 1 Caprice Classic | * meet_05.21.11_FrnkGrv.IL * MCs.CC + CHD.models.HO.legos.RadioShows + RoadTrips.us66 = http://www.chevyasylum.com/cort "It seems like yesterday" __ Bob Seger __ 'Against The Wind'

Denny, That is a GORGEOUS color. Is the interior gray or tan? My manager used to have a 2003 model before she traded it in for a 2010 Impreza Outback. I think you're Forester may be a tad bit bigger than her former 2003 model, but I'm not 100% sure. Cort | 37.m.IL.pigValve.pacemaker | 5 Monte Carlos + 1 Caprice Classic | * meet_05.21.11_FrnkGrv.IL * MCs.CC + CHD.models.HO.legos.RadioShows + RoadTrips.us66 = http://www.chevyasylum.com/cort "Gonna do my very best" __ ABBA __ 'Take A Chance On Me'

* SPARKS Why do I take at least one major road trip every year? This explains one reason: http://whenthegoingisgood.com/2011/04/15/sparks-that-tie/ JUNE/JULY 2011, NORTHWEST ... QUICK UPDATES #2 * In Ohio/Indiana, I may alter the route to take US 224 W at VanWert OH and US 24 W into Huntington IN. * In the Dallas TX area, Kelly is planning a BBQ, Wednesday, 06/30/2011 ... details TBD. * Depending on time, I MAY stop along or take portions of the Lincoln Highway between... ...Pittsburgh PA and Indiana ...Denver CO and Salt Lake City UT ...Salt Lake City UT and Reno NV * In Twin Falls ID, I may stop at the Ice Caves and Shoshone Falls. * In Bloomington MN, one of my cousins is hosting a Swimming Party, Sunday, 07/10/2011, starting ~6p. ALL are invited. If you want to join us, please advise me; I'll give you the address privately. ROAD TRIP PICS! 10/2004, WEST: http://www.chevyasylum.com/cort/roadtrips/0410/0410.html'>http://www.chevyasylum.com/cort/roadtrips/0410/0410.html 08/2005, EAST: http://www.chevyasylum.com/cort/roadtrips/0508/0508.html 10/2006, WEST: http://www.chevyasylum.com/cort/roadtrips/1106/1106.html 11/2007, SOUTHEAST: http://www.chevyasylum.com/cort/roadtrips/200711/200711.html 08/2008, EAST: http://www.chevyasylum.com/cort/roadtrips/200808/2008rt.html 09/2009, SOUTHWEST: DeKalb IL (LH) to Pontiac IL (Rt 66) to Springfield IL: http://picasaweb.google.com/knightfan26917/RT66TRIPDAY1#slideshow/5427141662526110530 Springfield IL to St Louis MO: http://picasaweb.google.com/knightfan26917/RT66TRIPDAY2#slideshow/5427153871443919250 Stanton MO to Joplin MO: http://picasaweb.google.com/knightfan26917/RT66TRIPDAY3#slideshow/5427439268824317586 Joplin MO to Tulsa OK: http://picasaweb.google.com/knightfan26917/RT66TRIPDAY4#slideshow/5427862154662426722 Tulsa OK to Clinton OK: http://picasaweb.google.com/knightfan26917/RT66TRIPDAY5#slideshow/5428251162202783314 Clinton OK to Amarillo TX: http://picasaweb.google.com/knightfan26917/RT66TRIPDAY6#slideshow/5428260359643080226 Amarillo TX to Moriarty NM: http://picasaweb.google.com/knightfan26917/RT66TRIPDAY7#slideshow/5428654625398731538 Moriarty NM to Holbrook AZ: http://picasaweb.google.com/knightfan26917/RT66TRIPDAY8#slideshow/5428980552494890642 Holbrook AZ to Williams AZ: http://picasaweb.google.com/knightfan26917/RT66TRIPDAY9#slideshow/5429002721353620370 Williams AZ to Kingman AZ: http://picasaweb.google.com/knightfan26917/RT66TRIPDAY10#slideshow/5429395440355434498 Kingman AZ to Barstow CA: http://picasaweb.google.com/knightfan26917/RT66TRIPDAY11#slideshow/5430380559414678786 Barstow CA to Rialto/San Bernardino CA: http://picasaweb.google.com/knightfan26917/RT66TRIPDAY12#slideshow/5431220758934833330 Rialto/San Bernardino CA to Albuquerque NM: http://picasaweb.google.com/knightfan26917/RT66TRIPDAY13#slideshow/5431255586450476482 Albuquerque NM (Rt 66) to Kearney NE (LH)...: http://picasaweb.google.com/knightfan26917/RT66TRIPDAY14#slideshow/5431261135177047330 Kearney NE (LH) to Elgin IL: http://picasaweb.google.com/knightfan26917/RT66TRIPDAY15#slideshow/5431272549764120818 11/2009, SOUTH: http://picasaweb.google.com/knightfan26917/DriveSouthTNAL112709112909#slideshow/5431282615925577026 08/2010, NORTHEAST: https://picasaweb.google.com/knightfan26917/NorEasterTrekRoadTripWed08042010Sun08152010# Cort | 37.m.IL.pigValve.pacemaker | 5 Monte Carlos + 1 Caprice Classic | * CruiseNites_2011_Chi.IL * MCs.CC + CHD.models.HO.legos.RadioShows + RoadTrips.us66 = http://www.chevyasylum.com/cort "I am tempted to keep the car in drive and leave it all behind" __ John Mayer __ 'Why Georgia Why'

* SPRING FLING: 4 of us (Matt C, Neal, Matt E and myself) met in Dwight IL, 04/16/2011 for the 1st of 4 meet'n'greets. My pics: https://picasaweb.google.com/knightfan26917/2011MeetNGreets02# 5 highlights: SPARKS: Why am I such a proponent of gatherings? This explains one reason: http://whenthegoingisgood.com/2011/04/15/sparks-that-tie/ REMINDER: These meet'n'greets are held RAIN or SHINE. It doesn't matter what you drive ... just be there ... because it is about the people! MARK your CALENDARS for 3 more opportunities... ...05/21/2011, Franklin Grove IL (Lincoln Highway), MAY MADNESS ...07/30/2011, S Elgin IL, COLD TREAT ...10/15/2011, Volo IL (Auto Museum), OCTOBER FEST Cort | 37.m.IL.pigValve.pacemaker | 5 Monte Carlos + 1 Caprice Classic | * RT_06.2011_us66+NW USA MCs.CC + CHD.models.HO.legos.RadioShows + RoadTrips.us66 = http://www.chevyasylum.com/cort "I never back down and I love a good challenge" __ Hank Williams Jr __ 'Born To Boogie'

* ANOTHER location has changed, due to NO Tuesday night softball.... ___ TUE___ @ AUGUSTINO'S ROCK & ROLL DELI 300 W North Ave W CHICAGO IL ...Route 64 at Route 59 @ SCOOBYS RED HOTS 10400 S IL Route 31 ALGONQUIN IL ...N of IL RT 62 SPARKS: Why am I such a proponent of meeting at cruise nights? This explains one reason: http://whenthegoingisgood.com/2011/04/15/sparks-that-tie/ Cort | 37.m.IL.pigValve.pacemaker | 5 Monte Carlos + 1 Caprice Classic | * meet_10.15.11_Volo.IL * MCs.CC + CHD.models.HO.legos.RadioShows + RoadTrips.us66 = http://www.chevyasylum.com/cort "The more things change the more they stay the same" __ Kenny Chesney __ 'Summertime'

* Sharing a bit more of what I've written because passions ... writing, picture taking, road trips, radio shows, music, collections and, of course, my 2+-year-old nephew ... make life worth it. If you enjoy the story and writings, bookmark the sites to keep up with the progress.... MOTOR GNOMES: http://www.motorgnomes.com/ 2nd entry: http://www.motorgnomes.com/2011/04/close-encounter-of-the-weird-kind-2/ WHEN THE GOING IS GOOD: http://whenthegoingisgood.com/ Sections 11 & 12 of my Route 66 story, 'That's The Highway', have been added: http://whenthegoingisgood.com/category/route66/ Sparks: http://whenthegoingisgood.com/2011/04/15/sparks-that-tie/ Cort | 37.m.IL.pigValve.pacemaker | 5 Monte Carlos + 1 Caprice Classic | * meet_05.21.11_FrnkGrv.IL * MCs.CC + CHD.models.HO.legos.RadioShows + RoadTrips.us66 = http://www.chevyasylum.com/cort "It was like a lighted match had been tossed into my soul" __ Trisha Yearwood __ 'The Song Remembers When'

* Instead of just listing all vehicles you've had, make two lists: vehicles owned as "daily drivers" vs vehicles owned for "fun" My lists... ...DAILY DRIVERS (6) 1979 Monte Carlo Landau (October 1992 - December 1993) (January 1997 - September 1997) (June 2003 - July 2003) 1988 Monte Carlo LS (December 1993 - January 1997) 97 "malibu" (September 1997 - October 1999) 00 "monte carlo" LS (October 1999 - June 2003) 1987 Monte Carlo LS (July 2003 - November 2009) 1979 Caprice Classic (November 2009 - present) [1989 Caprice Classic OR 2011 Dodge Charger (??)] ...FUN (5) 1979 Monte Carlo Landau (September 1997 - present) 1976 Monte Carlo Landau (December 1998 - present) 1981 Monte Carlo SC (December 1999 - present) 1972 Monte Carlo (March 2002 - present) 1987 Monte Carlo LS (November 2009 - present) Cort | 37.m.IL.pigValve.pacemaker | 5 Monte Carlos + 1 Caprice Classic | * meet_07.30.11_Cold.Treat * MCs.CC + CHD.models.HO.legos.RadioShows + RoadTrips.us66 = http://www.chevyasylum.com/cort "What else do I have to say?" __ Billy Joel __ 'We Didn't Start The Fire'

Dave ... oh my goodness, I shouldn't have looked at that link...LOL! That's cool, and now I want some of my own! On my road trips, I love checking out "mom'n'pop" hobby stores ... because they will sometimes, if not often always, have "hidden treasures" that not every place will ever have..... And, Denny ... CONGRATULATIONS. Any pics ... or did I miss 'em? Cort | 37.m.IL.pigValve.pacemaker | 5 Monte Carlos + 1 Caprice Classic | * meet_07.30.11_Cold.Treat * MCs.CC + CHD.models.HO.legos.RadioShows + RoadTrips.us66 = http://www.chevyasylum.com/cort "Got my pedal to the metal" __ Sheryl Crow __ 'Real Gone'

*nods* You are welcome, Dave. And, your success with scanning in your photos ... makes me wish I had the time to do all of mine now. I have a bunch that I know people would love to see, but just never seem to have the time to do it. Or, when I think I'm going to have the time, something always "comes up" and takes priority. One of these days...... Cort | 37.m.IL.pigValve.pacemaker | 5 Monte Carlos + 1 Caprice Classic | * meet_05.21.11_FrnkGrv.IL * MCs.CC + CHD.models.HO.legos.RadioShows + RoadTrips.us66 = http://www.chevyasylum.com/cort "Father Time still takes a toll on every minute that you save" __ Clint Black __ 'No Time To Kill'

Yes, indeed. Very sorry about your emergency surgery and the cancer. Thoughts/prayers coming your way. I, too, have a few health issues going on ... and that's just another reason why I "forge ahead" and plan trips ... and act on them NOW, while I still can. I sure hope you are able to take this trip; it sounds great. Not sure what more assistance/points I can offer, as most everyone else here is farther "seasoned" than I am. But, I definitely recommend traveling as much of Route 66 and/or the Lincoln Highway as you can. Please keep us posted ... about your health issues and your trip as the plans continue to evolve. Cort | 37.m.IL.pigValve.pacemaker | 5 Monte Carlos + 1 Caprice Classic | * RT_06.2011_us66+NW USA MCs.CC + CHD.models.HO.legos.RadioShows + RoadTrips.us66 = http://www.chevyasylum.com/cort "Enough is enough, I can't take anymore" __ Alabama __ 'Can't Keep A Good Man Down'

Ara ... I LOVE this photograph. Visually stunning ... and though-provoking at the same time. Very cool. Sounds...and looks...like you continue to have a good time. Stay safe! Cort | 37.m.IL.pigValve.pacemaker | 5 Monte Carlos + 1 Caprice Classic | * CruiseNites_2011_Chi.IL * MCs.CC + CHD.models.HO.legos.RadioShows + RoadTrips.us66 = http://www.chevyasylum.com/cort "You can call it life and say that it's not right" __ Mel McDaniel __ 'I Call It Love'

That's cool. Thanks for sharing this, too, Denny! Cort | 37.m.IL.pigValve.pacemaker | 5 Monte Carlos + 1 Caprice Classic | * meet_10.15.11_Volo.IL * MCs.CC + CHD.models.HO.legos.RadioShows + RoadTrips.us66 = http://www.chevyasylum.com/cort "So many people have come and gone; their faces fade as the years go by" __ Boston __ 'More Than A Feeling'

Same here ... which is partly why I sure hope our paths cross someday, Denny. Glad you share your trips with us. Cort | 37.m.IL.pigValve.pacemaker | 5 Monte Carlos + 1 Caprice Classic | * meet_05.21.11_FrnkGrv.IL * MCs.CC + CHD.models.HO.legos.RadioShows + RoadTrips.us66 = http://www.chevyasylum.com/cort "We're outta here" __ Steve Azar __ 'I Don't Have To Be Me 'Til Monday'

Wes, I've never seen one of those signs, so your pic is appreciated, as is your research. From the looks of it, I would say your first hypothesis is probably correct. It certainly appears to be that way. Course, I just love seeing how routes intertwine...and have been fascinated by that subject for a number of years now. Looking at that map, it is clear how closely-related the Pontiac Trail, Route 66 and IL RT 47 are. I've traveled Route 47 so many times, from trips to Champaign/Decatur IL to see family/friends, to trips with farther south destinations like Nashville TN. Yet, in my "younger days", I never made the connection that IL RT 47 and US RT 66 had there in the very north section of Dwight. Now, of course, I do! Cort | 37.m.IL.pigValve.pacemaker | 5 Monte Carlos + 1 Caprice Classic | * meet_07.30.11_Cold.Treat * MCs.CC + CHD.models.HO.legos.RadioShows + RoadTrips.us66 = http://www.chevyasylum.com/cort "I'm just out to find the better part of me" __ 5 For Fighting __ 'Superman'

Pat, That is AMAZING! I love these type of "then and now" presentations, and yours is sweet. Makes me want to go there and see all those sites in person! Cort | 37.m.IL.pigValve.pacemaker | 5 Monte Carlos + 1 Caprice Classic | * meet_05.21.11_FrnkGrv.IL * MCs.CC + CHD.models.HO.legos.RadioShows + RoadTrips.us66 = http://www.chevyasylum.com/cort "All around me are familiar faces" __ Tears For Fears __ 'Mad World'

Pat, Definitely good to follow along with your trip via your flicker and Facebook. Sounds and looks like you both had an amazing time. Cort | 37.m.IL.pigValve.pacemaker | 5 Monte Carlos + 1 Caprice Classic | * RT_06.2011_us66+NW USA MCs.CC + CHD.models.HO.legos.RadioShows + RoadTrips.us66 = http://www.chevyasylum.com/cort "Come along and share the good times while we can" __ Lynn Anderson __ 'Rose Garden'

Wish I had information to help you out with this. Looks like a great project. I love historic things like this. Cort | 37.m.IL.pigValve.pacemaker | 5 Monte Carlos + 1 Caprice Classic | * CruiseNites_2011_Chi.IL * MCs.CC + CHD.models.HO.legos.RadioShows + RoadTrips.us66 = http://www.chevyasylum.com/cort "Nowadays you can't be too sentimental" __ Billy Joel __ 'It's Still Rock And Roll To Me'