Columbus, Indiana

Yesterday, the 26^th, we woke up to thunder and lightning and pouring rain. Looks like we’re supposed to go visit the Columbus, Indiana police department. Bill went outside and emptied tanks and got soaked in the process.

He gave them a call and made arrangements to meet about 10:00. We packed up and ran through the rain and headed into the city. We found the police department and then had to find a place to park the truck and little beach house on wheels. There was a large dirt patch near the railroad so we parked and made another mad dash through the rain into the foyer. We chatted with the gentleman at the front desk and told him what we were doing. Shortly thereafter, we met Lt. Matt Harris who listened to our story and invited us into his office. We talked at length and he gave us a tour of the police department. I even got a picture of Bill in the old holding cell!

We met several officers that we thanked and tried to be an encouragement to. We spent several hours there and when someone brought lunch for all the officers, they shared with us too! So we got to eat in a police department! Lt. Harris brought us back to his office where we traded patches and then he gave us karabiners and T-shirts. He gave us 2 of the new patches and 2 of the old patches so we have more to pass along down the road.

We took pictures and said good-bye and went our way. Thank-You all so much for sharing your day with us and for the incredible job you all do.

Since my brother lives nearby, we drove  into Kentucky

to see him and his wife after lunch.  It wasn't raining there but rolled in later. It was great to see them and he helped Bill rotate the tires on the camper this morning, which was badly needed. We have enjoyed their company but will be on our way again tomorrow morning. Bill has about 2200 miles in so far so we are almost halfway. Please be in prayer for our law enforcement and be sure to thank one of them today. Thanks for reading.