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The Flamigo Cat: This cat immediately came into our room with us and hid under the bed. She had to be coaxed out with kitty treats. She greeted us in the morning and joined us for coffee.
We went for a walk before leaving Coeur d' Alene and really enjoyed the old homes in the area (east of the high-rises). Saw a sign in front of an ACE Hardware store that said "anti monkey butt powder." Must be a northern Idaho thing??
We met with our financial advisor for breakfast. Before we left, Jim said, " I wonder if Bill will be really depressed? " I said, " about the financial crisis?" -- Jim said, "No, the USC/Oregon game." Bill is an avid USC fan. He arrived wearing his USC t-shirt -- still a proud fan.
We travelled today through mining country in Idaho and then Montana. Just outside Missoula, Jim claimed to see two signs for a "Testicle Festival." Of course, each time I had my nose in a book, reading about the geology of the area. I asked him what city it was for and he said "Elk something". Couldn't find any "Elk" cities on the map -- so I've classified this with the "monkey powder."
Did you know that Montana used to be a lush tropical climate? -- Back before the ice age and Glacial Lake Missoula. Maybe there is an upside to global warming?
We are in Butte now which was a huge mining concern. The giant pit mine is closed now, but still has a record for the amount of silver, lead, copper and other minerals extracted over the years.
Entertainment for tonight will be the Presidential debates. On to Billings tomorrow.
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