Hugh Glass, early western explorer.

You think you're tough? Listen to this story. We were camped at nearby Shadehill Recreation Area. Great place for fishing and boating activities. Located just south of Lemmon, S.D.

Lemmon is also home to an interesting petrified wood display, enough said, you must stop and see it to believe it. Also, be sure to eat breakfast at the Alaska Cafe. You don't have many choices so it's easy to find.

Coffee

One nice benefit of visiting children in Portland is the nearby coffee "shop." It is right on the way to the Max station, serving GrindHouse Coffee, the original sexy coffee. They also serve breakfast sandwiches (very good) and SCONES! Traveling to Portland? Pull your car up to the little stand at 1934 c n. Rosa Parks Way, Portland, OR. (503) 459.4148. Superb coffee, food and friendly people. It would be difficult to have to walk past this spot each morning which motivates our son to ride the bike.....hard to drink coffee while riding a bike in morning traffic even if it is bike-friendly Portland.

Home

Which of these would you prefer? High ceilings, mobility or thick walls, sense of security? I thought these images from South Dakota really demonstrate the contrasting philosophies of the Native American with the "sod-buster." Conflict was probably unavoidable due to the totally different mindsets about "home." Where is home?

Vacation Food Memories

While on vacation we spent a couple of days in Great Falls, MT exploring the Lewis and Clark sites. You never know what you'll find. Daisy's Deli was a delight. Made from scratch food with pies that were totally amazing. If ever in Great Falls and wanting to grab breakfast, lunch or dessert.....Daisy's Deli. Located at 508 1st Ave. N., Great Falls, MT 59401. Phone is (406) 452-0361. They are open M-F from 9 to 4. Closed on the weekends. No, I was not paid for this ad.

Lake Shetek, Minnesota

First night of vacation was spent camping at Lake Shetek. Bugs were above average as was the lake. Much of the camping was closed so only a few of the sites were in use. We ended up camping next to a family from Morton, IL. Amazing, drive for hours and you end up next to other believers. This is the Koch cabin. Reconstruction of their cabin actually but well done. The husband was killed by Native Americans (not Blackfoot or I would have used American India per their preference).

Food

One of the nice things about travel is eating at local establishments. My wife and I make a commitment to avoid chains when possible during our journey's. One very specific joy in doing this is when you run across a place like The Main Street Bistro in Lewistown, Montana. Located at 122 West Main, Chef David Pallett has put together a wonderful menu. Setting is cozy and quiet. Service was good and the food amazing. We allowed Chef Pallett to pick for us and this worked out very well. If you are traveling in this part of Montana we highly recommend you stop.