Corridor "X"

Have made the trip to/from Memphis a couple of times now, and I can't decide whether I like the trip or dislike it.

It's on business, which requires me usually to arise around 4-4:30 a.m., drive 250+ miles to Memphis, spend all day looking at documents, and then drive back, usually getting back home between 9 pm-11 pm. Glamorous life of a lawyer, huh?

But Corridor "X" is the predecessor to what eventually will be I-22. It's a fine start for an interstate system, the road is great, and until you arrive just outside Memphis--if then--the traffic is very limited. So it's an easy trip.

But there's almost no scenery to speak of. And when you get on Corridor X outside of Jasper, be prepared to drive. And drive. And drive. Make sure your car is filled up with gas, you have eaten or have food supplies, and don't expect any bathroom breaks, as there just isn't anything at all for about 100-150 miles or more. Now, while I like to get on the road and get going, I also like the security of knowing there's a gas station/convenience store/restroom available in case either the car or I need refueling, or a pit stop. I intentionally refrain from drinking my general two large mugs of coffee in the morning, limiting it to sipping on one for many miles for fear of generating the need for a pit stop.

I don't know how long it will take for gas stations and convenience stores to be constructed along that highway, or what is needed to make it a full-fledged interstate. The two may be related. But for now, it's just a nice, easy, but kinda long drive due to the lack of conveniences along the way.

I think my next scheduled trip is May 26. I may see if we can do an overnight trip this time--drive up, start at a reasonable 10 a.m., work til 7 or 8 p.m., spend the night, and begin the next morning at 8 a.m. Seems more productive than making multiple trips....and if we spend the night, I know I can find rest rooms when I need them after I'm there.