The day began sunny and clouded over by early afternoon. There was no precipitation, but less sun than had been forecast. I drove down the highway today to pick up a friend from the airport. The construction on the main highway goes on for about 45 minutes. The twinning of the highway is underway so as work is being done, traffic is moved back and forth between the original 2-lane highway and the newer highway sections. This means that for much of the way, no passing is allowed. The next time I head out this way, I will take the older road that runs along the water instead of through the forest. In this way, I can avoid some of the construction.
Road construction will increase over the next few months as the weather improves. Road reports can help drivers prepare for the type and location of active areas. I find these reports helpful when deciding which route to take, too. Summer brings more distance driving along with increased construction. Though with the cost of fuel at present, there may be less driving than during a usual summer. While it might feel freeing to go for a drive, construction work can add to the anxiousness of getting from point A to point B. There are some secondary roads less traveled that can make a drive more relaxing. I'll do my best to travel along those routes where possible.
Thinking of travel brought forth a song from the dim distant past <smile>. The beginning lyric mentions getting out on the road. Keep safe. Enjoy!
Born to be Wild -- Steppenwolf
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