It’s summer! Time to bring out the sunscreen and road maps and take a drive.
One of the most favorite drives in America is “The Mother Road”.
From Los Angeles to Chicago. And it runs right through the middle of my town.
Nearly 17 years ago, the Route 66 Museum opened in Old Town Victorville, CA. Run purely by volunteers, this great little place has a plethora of displays that send you back into an era of carefree travels, bobby-socks and malteds, and adventure.
I fell in love with this TearDrop Trailer. It’s the original RV!
Just past this display is a Diner booth and a refurbished jukebox. For a quarter, we picked three songs! Dot loves Brenda Lee so we heard “I Want to Be Wanted”. I picked Dinah Washington’s “What A Difference A Day Makes”. I don’t remember the third song we chose; but later I was bopping to Elvis and Sinatra. I was just thrilled to use the Ol’ Jukebox. What great tones old 45’s have!
I’ve recently rediscovered reruns of the the old TV Show as well. What great drama. ROUTE 66 was the first and only television fiction series that was filmed all over North America. There was this great display dedicated to the show. The photos were provided by someone associated with the show. I was a bit overwhelmed with all the details, so I neglected to get the personal information.
Of course, I was thrilled with the old communications “technology”.
Other great displays include the Hula Ville display, the Model-T Ford, and other various blasts from the past.
Tucked into the Gift Shop Corner is this great selection of books and media that range from the simple and inexpensive to collectors’ editions.
While at the Museum, I put together this collection of Route 66 Memorabilia.
Would you like to win it? You would? I was hoping you’d say that! Well, then. Here’s what you need to do:
1. MANDATORY ENTRY: Leave a comment on this post: What was the best summer trip you had? This entry is mandatory. If you don’t answer this question, all other entries are void. [Canadian entries only: Since I’m opening this giveaway to my Canadian friends as well, if you live in Canada your rules state you must answer a skills test in order to enter. So if you live in Canada and want to enter, you must correctly answer this question in your mandatory comment/entry: If I start the day with ten apples and eat three, then later buy seven at the store, and the next day eat half, how many apples do I have at the end of the second day?]
2. ADDITIONAL ENTRIES: You can earn up to four additional entries (for five entries total) by doing each of the following then leaving a comment here telling me you’ve done so. If you already do any of these things, that counts as an entry only if you post it in the comments. (Additional entries will be verified):
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If you earn any additional entries, please leave a comment so I can verify.
Here’s the fine print:
SUMMER VACATION TIME: Get Your Kicks and A Route 66 Gift Pack Giveaway!
- This giveaway is solely through Molly Jo and the blog Frankly, My Dear…. There are no corporate sponsors and is in no way endorsed by any other person, business or entity.
- Persons affiliated with New Inklings Press, Frankly, My Dear…, or the Route 66 Museum in Victorville are ineligible.
- Only legal citizens of the United States and Canada aged 18 years and older are eligible to win.
- This giveaway begins at 5:30 a.m. PST on Wednesday, July 4, 2012 and ends at 11:59 p.m. PST on Tuesday, July 17, 2012.
- Winner will be selected from all eligible comments on Wednesday, July 18, 2012 through Random.org.
- One prize pack [$20.00 value] consisting of an historic map of US Route 66, a 2013 Calendar, three postcards, a coin purse, deck of cards, and pen, plus a pamphlet and brochures about Route 66 and Hula Ville will be given. No substitutions or transfers allowed.
- Molly Jo and Frankly, My Dear… are not responsible for any damages that may occur during shipping.
- You may comment as much as you like, but any comment that does not meet the requirements will not be considered for this Giveaway.
- By leaving your comment on this post, you agree to be bound by the rules of this giveaway in their entirety.
Ready to get YOUR kicks? Enter to win with Route 66!
And Frankly, My Dear… that’s all she wrote!
Thanks for the fun giveaway! I would love to go to this museum – I wonder if I will ever get out there…
My favorite trip was one I took with my husband before we were married to Virginia and Colonial Williamsburg – LOVED it!
Also did A, B, and C!
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Wonderful, Ann! You are entries #1, 2, 3 and 4! Good luck!
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Very cool museum! I would love to visit there one day. :)
My favourite trip was when we went to Calgary and Banff. I am a huge horse fanatic and was thrilled when we went to visit Spruce Meadows a well known equestrian facility in Calgary and was able to go horseback riding! :)
7 is the answer to the skill testing question.
Excellent, Laura. I like horses too. Once saw a wild mustang herd outside Las Vegas. Correct answer! This gives Entry #5.
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Best summer trip was going with my BFF in Jr high school to Alabama with her family for a week .It got me out of school a fun way to play hookey . We drove from So Cal all of the way through to Alabama , had a lot good stops in between .
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and I also live next to Route 66 in Fontana ,Ca
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Thanks, Darla! You are entries #6, 7, and 8!
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My best summer trip was last year. We drove Route 66 from chicago to Vegas!
That must have been such a fun drive! You are Entry #9. Good luck!
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AS a kid my dad would take us to the Jersey Shore for years (Stone Harbor), they retired down there and even bought a house (later)
I love the shore/beach trips. You’re entry #10. Good luck!
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Three years ago, I had a daring Summer in San Francisco. I challenged myself to climb the Golden Gate Bridge, and did so without the authorities nabbing me. I plan on doing the same this summer, but this time with a video camera.
Hope to win!
Uhm… not sure how to respond to this comment. ;) Except to say you’re Entry #11. Good luck! (with this, and the climb!)
My best summer trip was last summer. My husband, myself, my sister, her husband, my best friend and her husband rode in a minivan on route 66 from Chicago to Neddles California to Vegas and back home. What great pics. Took us 10 days! Love Route 66! Can’t wait to go again!
Nancy, that sounds like a great drive. Some day I hope to do the same! You’re Entry #12.
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Molly, just accidentally came across you online while looking for my k-cup review that I posted. I am now a fan!!! Have been reading quite a few of your blogs. Keep up the good work!
Anyway, my favorite vacation was our Caribbean cruise. I had never really been anywhere outside of the east coast here where I live (would love to go out west someday). My son was 9 at the time of the cruise and seeing the wonder in his eyes over the ship and each of the stops we made was amazing! Hope to do it again soon!
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Thanks, Tara! It’s so nice to hear when someone appreciates my blog. You are entry #13. Good luck!
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The best trip was traveling by car from Il. to Ca.!
Linda, did you take Route 66 for part of the drive? You are Entry #14. Good luck!
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A road trip to California.
Thanks for the chance.
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Anywhere in particular, Monique? California’s a big state! You’re entry #15; good luck!
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Thanks for the comment, Susan. In order to be entered in the giveaway, your comment must answer “What was the best summer trip you had?” You can edit your comment or add a new one. Good luck!
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My best summer trip was my trip to the Grand Teatons and Yellowstone with my fiancee (now wife). You read about and watch documentaries but Yellowstone has to be experienced in person.
I’ve never been to either, but have heard they’re wonderful. Thanks for the comment, Dan. You’re Entry #16. Good luck!
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Not looking to enter because I want someone who has never experienced the history to win! I just wanted to congratulate you on the great picture-taking! Now did they move our museum since the last one burned down?
Also, I LOVE the teardrop trailer and would own one if my other half wasn’t so tall! I found this site a while back. You may find it interesting!
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Thank you, Janice. Yes, they moved it across the street from the train station. That’s another trip I’d love to take someday! I looked at the website, thanks! I’m not big on towing, but maybe I’ll just put one in my backyard for spring campouts.
We went on a trip to Hawaii several years ago and it was just wonderful!
I know several people who’ve been to Hawaii. Never any complaints. Thanks for your comment. You’re Entry #17, good luck!
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My best summer trip was a driving trip out west from Michigan to Colorado as a kid-I saw the country and learned about it’s history.
Diane, what part of Michigan? I grew up out there, too. Thanks for posting; you’re Entry #18. Good luck!
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Sleepaway camp summers were great.
I agree, Tamar. I only did that once, but it’s a memory I’ll never forget. Thanks for entering, you’re Entry #19. Good luck!
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My favorite summer trip was last year. We visited a route 66 museum here in Oklahoma. Afterwards we visited a small town a few miles away, they even had an old salon (in working order) there was another museum full of old medical/dental items. That was terrifying!!
That sounds interesting. And yes, a bit terrifying! You’re Entry #20; good luck!
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Disney world when I was 7!
I love anything Disney. I can imagine it was a great trip! Thanks for your comment, you’re Entry #21. Good luck!
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My favorite summer trip was going to Wildwood, NJ with my family when I was growing up. Every summer we made the trip and had a complete blast.
I think repeat trips are great. Good luck, you’re Entry #22.
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My favorite summer trip was a trip to Philadelphia. I loved all the historical sights.
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Thanks for your comments, Ellie. Philadelphia is on my Bucket List! You have Entries #23 and #24. Good luck!
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My best summer trip would be going to Wisconsin Dells for a few days. Very entertaining!
Sounds like a lot of fun. Good luck, you’re Entry #25.
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Best summer road trip was a trip we took to Vicksburg and back north on the Natchez Trace Parkway. Nice area, a little hot.
That sounds like it would have some historical sights on that trip! Thanks for your comment, you’re Entry #26. Good luck!
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When I went to Comic Con in July of ’09.
I won a trip and it was so much fun.
A few of my friends go every year and say it’s fantastic. Good luck, you’re Entry #27!
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My favorite trip has to be a trip with my son to Canada. We started in Banff and exploed the Rockies all the way back to Texas!
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I love road trips! Someday I’ll take a drive up to or down from Canada. Good luck, you’re Entry #28!
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The best summer trip I ever had was when our kids were small. We went on a fishing trip and stayed at a cabin for a week. To see their faces light up when they caught their first fish was priceless.
I love those kinds of family trips. I imagine you have a lot of wonderful photos! Thanks for posting, you’re Entry #29. Good luck!
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My best summer trip was my recent last minute hop to Taos, New Mexico!
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I admire people who can go on the fly like that. How exciting! Good luck, you’re Entry #30.
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the best summer trip we ever took was to colorado on a road trip, i had so much fun!
What places did you visit in Colorado? I have family who makes a drive up there almost every year. Thanks for the comment, you’re Entry #31; good luck!
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When I visited Yosemit Nat’l Park with my best friend
I’ve put Yosemite on my Bucket List. Thanks for your comment. Good luck, you’re Entry #32!
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Emerald Isle, NC…the summer after graduation :)
Sounds like a lovely place! Thanks for your comment; you’re Entry #33. Good luck!
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Traveling to mount rushmore for the first time with my family.
That sounds like a wonderful trip! Good luck, you’re Entry #34.
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best summer trip i’ve had is going to NY city last summer.
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I love NYC. Haven’t been there yet, but it’s tops on my Bucket list. You’re Entries #35 & 36, good luck!
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Last summer when I took my daughter and nephew on a road trip to different abandoned places including a park, a zoo, houses, and an abandoned turnpike.
That sounds interesting! Good luck, you’re Entry #37.
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The best summer trip I ever had was our highschool trip to Myrtle Beach.
I’ve been to Myrtle Beach; it’s a nice place. Thanks for your comment. You’re Entry #38; good luck!
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My best summer trip was when we drove to North Carolina to my brothers wedding.
We took the route through the mountains and it was breathtaking.
I love North Carolina, but I’ve not been through the mountains. You’re Entries #39 & 40. Good luck!
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Thanks for the promo! Entry #41. Good luck!!
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THANK YOU ALL FOR ENTERING. THIS GIVEAWAY IS NOW CLOSED. THE WINNER WILL BE ANNOUNCED WEDNESDAY, JULY 18, 2012.
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