Pontiac, IIlinois "City of Swinging Bridges"

7 Miles Today;  Forrest had another early morning walk.  I was out walking before 7am.  The roads weren't great but for this time of year I'm not complaining.  The weather was not all that bad either, 30 degrees and a slight breeze.  Thanks to everyone who contacted me, either by email, facebook, phone and blog comments on  yesterday's milestone.   I'm so lucky to have such nice friends.   All the nice comments makes me want to walk even more.  Now back to the task on hand,,,,,Forrest's virtual journey following the original route of the now famous Route 66 has him today in the town of Pontiac, Illinois.
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Route 66 Museum~Pontiac, Illinois

Today, this city of some 12,000 people provides several historic points of interest.  While in Pontiac, make sure you stop by the Route 66 Museum and Hall of Fame, which provides Route 66 artifacts, pictures, and literature capturing years of adventure on the old route. The museum was built inside a refurbished firehouse, which is also listed on the National Register of Historic Places.

I can't sign off today's blog without mentioning the town I pass through yesterday on my virtual journey.  I'm speaking of the Odell.  This quaint little town about 85 miles from Chicago is a must see stop for history lovers along old Route 66. .

Who knows what surprises are in store for Forrest as he progresses on his wonderful experience of America's Main Street. So until tomorrow God Bless Walk Forrest Walk