Our performance tonight was markedly improved over the last couple which raised everyone’s spirits. It was also good because today was another longish drive and probably the hottest drive so far. We got on the road decently early which was nice. When we got to Lincoln we quickly checked in and headed to the show. We played as part of an early show from 6-9 with 2 other bands which were good. There was another show which followed that we stayed for most of. In between we got some food at Lazlo’s brewery (Nebraska’s oldest brewpub apparently) and got a sample of all of their beers, almost all of which were quite good. It was nice for us to enjoy some beer of the caliber that is readily available in Portland. So tomorrow we’ll have a short drive which will be a nice change. I’m nursing a bit of a sunburn (on my arms from driving) with some aloe and trying to stay hydrated. The area we were in seemed pretty nice with a number of restaurants, bars, and venues all within close proximity. If we weren’t all so tired it may have been nice to spend a little more time out and about. Nebraska was the first state that I was paying attention to crossing the state line where the sign said "Nebraska, the good life, home of Arbor Day."

If I knew you were going to Lazlo’s, I would have told you to have their onion rings which are the best ANYWHERE! Have fun in Manhattan…if that’s possible. Of course, it should be better than Witchita!

Yeah that place was a good find that I think most portlanders would like; it is too bad that we didn’t get to try the onion rings.

We had a good time in both Manhattan and Wichita believe it or not. But then visiting a place, playing music, and meeting folks is a very different experience than living somewhere or even visiting as a tourist. Playing music tends to attract interesting people.