With no classes and nothing to do at the office, I was bored. I played Wii, read a book, and sat around for a while. I had to put 500 miles on the Rover before the extended warranty kicked in, so I figured I'd go for a drive.

From Chesterfield, I took 40 West, 94 West, and then passed through Weldon Spring and Defiance. I made stops at a winery, the Missouri river, and some parks.

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Weldon Spring

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Sunflowers

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Defiance MO

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Missouri River

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Park/Recreation area in St Charles County

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Sugar Creek Winery

In all, a nice way to spend an afternoon. The camera is an eight (nine?) year old Kodak DC280 that still works beautifully.

Gee, MO sure is a beautifiul state....how many miles did you drive?

Nothing more fun IMO than a nice relaxing drive like this, whether it be on a Sunday afternoon or a Wednesday night.

What's the weather like down there?

60s. Breezy. I'm lovin' it!

Same here today actually...high of 68 (I thought my exterior temp guage was faulty when I saw that), and winds in the 30-40 mph range. It's one windy SOB today.

Same here today actually...high of 68 (I thought my exterior temp guage was faulty when I saw that), and winds in the 30-40 mph range. It's one windy SOB today.93 degrees here in FL. Gotta admit, the allure of Florida is starting to wear thin. This is too f***ing hot for mid October. I'd love to see the temp get into the 60's. :banghead:

It was way too hot here..Jesda your pics are great..I miss the country sometimes..

93 degrees here in FL. Gotta admit, the allure of Florida is starting to wear thin. This is too f***ing hot for mid October. I'd love to see the temp get into the 60's. :banghead:

At first I thought the title said you got in the car and exploded.

Wind was just ridiculous on the way to work this afternoon. I actually saw a freakin tumbleweed roll across the highway too. That was a first for me.

As usual I am thankful to
Sir Jesda for his kindly
provided photos; and, a
perspective of his travels.

Being bored is a luxury; and,
spontaneous road trips are but
a dream.
I am obliged to you for sharing ......
One day you'll know just what I mean.

Best Regards,

TomDeville:cool2:
:cool2::cool2:

Nice shots !
;) :thumbsup:

At first I thought the title said you got in the car and exploded.

Made in England. Don't tempt it!