01/21/11 - My Keychain

01/21/11
Got one key on my key chain - gonna start all over again
180 miles
Reno - Lovelock - Winnemucca
Leaving Reno as quick as I CAN.
Bad luck.
I’m happy to see open country and the Truckee River on my way east on I-80. I have lists of potential camping spots but it’s too cold or expensive. I consider Lovelock which is a nice enough looking town but decide I want to press on to Winnemucca.
I get there around dusk and am finding places and prices that make me wish I’d taken a cold fleabag room I saw in Lovelock for $29.00. But I’m exhausted and find the Scott Shady Court my best deal for $44.00.
This is a town once frequented by Butch & Sundance and the Hole in the Wall Gang. It figures judging by the motel prices! The town Library opens at 9 am the next day finally can get some internet time.
Most of the evening is occupied by a trip to the supermarket for some microwaveable food (since the room has one - never pass up the opportunity for hot microwave food!), watching the Weather Channel, trying to plan the next day’s travel and sleep.
The heater worked well in the white painted cinder block wall room and the morning shower was a welcomed experience.