Scorched Earth

After nearly missing the Continental Divide a few days ago, Laura's predilection for stopping at every historical marker has become stronger. Earlier today, she stopped at one in Utah and spoke with a group of eight Australians who were driving around in a mini-van (think Japanese tourists, except that they say "G'day" and don't wear those silly looking face shields). The historical marker was for a movie set used for westerns in the 50s, and the aussies were heard to say "too late". At which point, Laura asked, "What's too late?" and was told that the set had burnt down.... 2 weeks ago. Which of course had to be seen. So 30 minutes down a dirt road later, Laura found it and, I'm sure, took a few (dramatic?) photos that will eventually find their way to an internet near you.

When we spoke, she was in Kanab, UT, and about 200 miles short of the Google maps predicted mileage between Pittsburgh and Sunnyvale (taking the most direct route).