Route to 66

Originally created to link Chicago to Los Angeles,

the Mother Road was made famous

through movie and music.

As America’s main street,

it connects towns and cities,

creating options and opportunities.

Why 66?

The number was available,

and it fit someone’s fancy.

You, too, connect people,

bringing together dreams and ideas,

opportunities for goodness and growth.

The road of you brought me to Chicago

into a life of adventure

and pastoral moments.

While you were not available,

you do fit my fancy.

I get my kicks with you at 66!

photo: Ed Siderewicz