How it all got started (as Larry explained in an email):
I started collecting maps when I was 5 and was lucky to be a third generation family member that traveled. When I was 10 (in 1974), at a party my Dad hosted, one of his friends was in the Marine Corps Band. Being the "kid" at a mostly adult party was odd, but he took the time to sit and tell me about his travels. He said he had a map of the US with all the counties and colored in all the ones he visited. Being a map collector and traveler, I thought that would be very cool. So the next day, I went to the library to find map companies that had an outline map, so I could do the same. To make a long story short, I had to ask my Mom if I could make a long distance call (back then it was very expensive) to call North American Maps and order a copy of this map. Then I had to ask if she would write a check for the map and shipping. It was about $3.50. Not a lot now, but when you are 10, it was a lot.
Today, I still have the same map and I bring it with me on all my travels. It is frayed, taped and bit fragile...I treat it like a baby! I joke with my family and friends that I want this map posted next to my casket when I go. But I can't go until I have (at least) the continental US finished. This has been the #1 project on my "bucket list."
Wednesday, July 31, 2013
NC and SC complete!
Alex and Kelly continue our labor of love...both North AND South Carolina are now complete! We are now more than 90% complete.
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