Mom and Nadine’s Excellent Adventure

Or: Kem's "I got the cross-Kansas (and back and back and back again) chauffer blues."

Well the anticipation has been growing for several months. The really big shoe was coming to that one-and-only Topeka Kansas Performing Arts Center. Yes, straight out of the 70's, its "Jesus Christ Superstar" and mom and her old high school bud, Nadine were going to do the town up right.

First things first though. The chauffer wasn't about to make a trip to Hoxie without seeing Pappy. So, Wednesday morning I made a quick trip. Pappy certainly seemed to be in dandy spirits. – Especially when the nurses came in to say "Hi Mex!"

I couldn't stay for long though. We had places to go and things to see!!! Mom, Nadine and I headed out towards the semi-big city. On the way there we stopped in Salina for lunch. As some of you know, Salina is home of the classic Cozy Inn. And those onion-laden burgers tasted mighty fine indeed!!!

Soon, we were back on the road again. And, upon getting to the T-town, I noted that the weather was finally turning favorable so I took a quick lap around the lake on my woefully neglected bike. Ah!!! That felt good.

Keesha joined us for supper as we headed to one of our favorite Mexican restaurants, Casa Ramos. Great food, and as you can tell, Mom thought the margaritas were quite worthy also!!! Unfortunately, no shrimp imitations though!!

Sharla and I have noticed in the past that we usually get pretty good service from the male wait staff when Keesha is with us. This time, the attention was raised to a new level. I think we all were a bit surprised when the waiter came out flashing her a sign that said "I NY You". But the show must go on so we had to pull Keesha away from here wanna-be suitor.

We all enjoyed the show. However, for those unfamiliar with the music, the words were a bit difficult to understand. Sharla and I certainly had the advantage. After all, JC Superstar was in its prime during our high school and college years.

The main thing though, a good show was had by all. What will we do to top it next year?

So, after a night's sleep in the Topeka-Cooper B&B, the drive back to Hoxie was on again. And, after another quick visit with Pappy, I pulled a Mex and returned to the eastern part of the state. -- I think I've had enough driving for awhile. -- Next up, Hutchinson!!!