Dallas, Tx to Little Rock, AR

Apparently once you leave Texas you start hitting 10 states a day.

We had a delicious complimentary breakfast at the hotel and stuffed our bodies back in to the 4 Runner.

We have that thing packed so tight that it explodes and oozes our stuff every time we get out. The kids climb in and we pack things around them.

And me.

Make-up bag, purse, book, DVDs, giant bag of red and green popcorn; the essentials.

We've already driven 600 miles across Texas and we're not done yet. When you find yourself driving across the same state for two days, it becomes a challenge to see if you can actually get out.

200 miles later we cheer as we enter Arkansas. It's like discovering the Earth is indeed round.

There's something else out there! There is an end to Texas!

Everyone must always be so happy to see Arkansas, New Mexico, Louisiana, Mississippi, and Oklahoma.

Those states should post signs that say "Welcome! We're glad we aren't Texas too."

Truly, the best part of crossing into Arkansas is the distinct change in landscape. Arkansas finally delivers what my soul has been yearning for. TREES!

It's the dead of winter yet I can't see through the dense foliage that lines the highway.

It's like being snuggled by Mother Nature herself, with just a dash of creepy 'cause I could totally be murdered, have my body dumped in there and no one would ever find me.

Heaven!

There are lots of beautiful and interesting sites to see along this stretch I'm sure, but the natural views were my favorite.

I love the picturesque water towers off the side of the road as well. So "Heart of America."

 We wasted our short stop in Little Rock on the promise of See's Candies but it was for nothing. The website lied. There was no See's store. Instead, Brent discovered Teavana and was never heard from again.

Do you see the state capitol building out the window there? Barely?

Yeah, me too.

I would forgo visiting the mall when you stop in Little Rock. It's full of lies and tea. You can get that anywhere.

I would suggest a visit to the Clinton Presidential Library. Nice place to take a potty break.

                                                   *2225 miles traveled*