NEW ORLEANS TO SHREVEPORT

We were sad to leave New Orleans, but there was more wonderful country to see.
Shreveport being our next stop.






























THE CAR THAT STOOD THE TEST OF THE LONG TRIP. 










Mel surprised us by booking a night at the Casino. 


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