Medora, North Dakota is known as the home of former President and Rough Rider Teddy Roosevelt, the northern Badlands, and something called a Pitchfork Steak Fondue. Local families and tourists flock to the summertime event.
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I bought the most wonderful beige tee shirt in Teddy Roosevelt National Park in Medora, North Dakota. The front shows a picture of bison grazing on the grasslands along with wise words of advice. I think the sentiments perfectly sum up what I learned from my trip to North and South Dakota. Perhaps they go so far as to say what I feel about life.
Advice from a Bison:
The only thing the bison seemed to have missed was: Love your family.
As a travel writer I’ve met my share of million mile airline members and platinum level frequent flyers, but I recently dined with a man who undoubtedly has flown more miles than anyone I’ve ever met.
Charlie Walker, veteran of three space missions, and I were introduced before he spoke at the Kennedy Space Center’s Lunch with an Astronaut program. Charlie was very personable and willing to share his experiences.
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