May 18


Yesterday we moved the RVs down to Lake Chicot State Park near Lake Village. When we checked in, the lady behind the desk said that the Mississippi River had crested and that the water was now going down. She also informed us that there is an abundance of wildlife in the park, more than usual. The animals are taking refuge from the flooded land.

Carol and Ruth took us out this morning and sure enough, we saw several deer. They dropped us off where we left off yesterday. It was the beginning of a construction zone. Usually that is bad news for John and I, but this time it turned out to be a blessing. We had a wide dirt road that was packed down by heavy equipment and it made good walking. We also had about half of a paved lane with orange barrels to protect us. It lasted for about 8 miles and we sure appreciated it.

We passed through the town of Gould, AR. A long time ago, a friend told me he had the best hamburger he ever tasted in Gould. I wonder if the Country Kitchen was that place?

On we walked through Dumas. Passed the McDonald's, Sonic and a Mexican Restaurant. Carol and Ruth were waiting for us about a mile on the other side. We decided to eat in Dumas and chose the Catfish Kitchen. We all had eaten here before and thought it was a good place. We don't eat out much on the road, but we do sometimes. The Catfish Kitchen comes very recommended. It was an all you can eat buffet and everything was good. Catfish, chicken, meatloaf, fried okra, pinto beans, etc. and all the dessert you wanted. Good banana pudding.

We found .02 cent. Stay tuned ...