Route 66 is famous for its neon signs, I’ve not really been in a position to capture them in all their glory until tonight, so here’s a few pictures to show you an example of what neon is like on Route 66.

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Today has been a little different from the rest as I took some time out of my riding schedule to visit the Santo Domingo Pueblo. I’m so glad I did so. I had such a warm and friendly welcome from everyone. Everyone I passed in the street asked how I was and most asked if they could help me. Drivers of passing cars waved and when I found the library I met Cindy, (if it’s Sindy I apologise, I only heard her name, so am not sure of the spelling, but I’ll use Cindy here) she is the the Tribal librarian. I spent about 40 minutes talking to her about the tribe; their history, current activities, way of life and hopes for the future. I don’t have any pictures of my visit because the taking of pictures (or even sketching) is against the tribe’s beliefs and I respected that. I hope I can therefore paint a picture in words for you.

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