Minot, ND

We had a lovely time in Minot, ND.  We visited relatives, friends and ex-relatives.  We even took the time to visit the couple that introduced us, which had it not been for them, there would be no "US".  We had a whirlwind trip; that we were seeing some of our family and friends, two in a day.  North Dakota is booming, there is no doubt about it.  They even have to lock their doors at night now.  Never had to do that before.  Their prices are reflecting the inflation of the boom, also.  We paid higher rates for an RV site here than we did almost anywhere in the U.S., last year.  It was ridiculous.  But they kind of have you over a barrel, and they know it.  But at least there is no housing shortage, anymore.  They finally have that problem, resolved.  But the rent is a little steep.  Wages are high, though.  So it all goes hand in hand.  We took the time to drive around Glenburn and Deering, which are the towns that Tom and I grew up in.  They have changed alot and not at all.  Still very small, and dying.  It is sad to see these small towns, falling off the map like this.  We are headed to Bismark to see our good friends.  Talk to you soon.  Patty & Tom