Other than college and last year, I have lived my entire life near Interstate 70 and U.S. 40. As I was driving home today, I realized that I probably could name every I-70 exit in Indiana and most of the ones in Ohio. These roads have been my ticket to freedom, entertainment, and developing who I am. I didn't get snowed in much for living in the sticks because 40 always got plowed. I was able to participate in activities in Indianapolis because 70 made it a quick trip. Most of my commuting from where I lived to my family was done on one of the two roads. I actually lived right between 70 and 40 when I lived in Indianapolis even.
U.S. 40 is called "The National Road", but I think of it as a member of my family. I estimate all distances based on my experiences with these roads and my knowledge of the distances between points on them. I base most of my geographic sense on my proximity to these roads. They have been a constant in my life and I figure that they will be until the day I die.
Today I was just glad that I-70 and 40 brought me home to my boys.... I like to travel, but I love seeing my son and husband more.
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