30 Years Ago

Starting very soon!  I will be posting a new series called, "30 Years Ago" about a young woman, Misty Cloud, and her life and travels in 1976.

Background

In April of 1976, Misty had just finished working at a western ski area as a waitress and ski bum.  Everyone was leaving for summer jobs, home, school, or new adventures.  She was not really sure what she would do, but she had a good friend living in New Orleans and so decided maybe she would go visit her.  Misty had very little money and no car.  But that had never been a problem where travel was concerned.

One evening after work, Misty and a coworker, Dusty Rhodes, decided to go to the local town and have a shot of tequila and a beer at every bar on main street.  By the end of the evening, they were making plans together....