Day 6
Although the roads were dry this morning, we were a little startled to find ourselves driving north with snow from the day before almost completely covering the ditches and fields. We spent driving time playing Bingo for some nice prizes and watching part of another Branson show. By lunch, we started saying our goodbyes. We even began exchanging recipes for holiday meals, now that we have gotten into the spirit of Thanksgiving and Christmas. Laurel Johnson. Tour Director
Day 5
Today we left Branson and the Ozarks, getting our last looks at the mountains in fog. After our morning break at Osceola Cheese, we continued on to Independence, MO where the United States once ended. After lunch we toured the Harry S. Truman Library and Museum. A short movie gave us a good introduction to the life of the only president from the state of Missouri. Our guide through the museum was a great story teller, and we were both entertained and informed about Truman’s life and his presidential years. We learned that he was very reluctant to have Secret Service protection, that he kept a very messy desk, that his blunt speaking made him quite a colorful character and that his years in office resulted in him being ranked one of the greatest US Presidents. From Independence we continued to St. Joseph where we stocked up on Russell Stover candy before checking into the hotel. The evening reception was a great opportunity to visit and relax.
Day 4
Today was chilly, gray and drizzly, so it was good that three great shows kept us inside and wonderfully entertained. Our morning show was Doug Gabriel, whose singing was a combination of Engelbert Humperdinck, Roy Orbison and Elvis. His wife is the talented back-up singer, and both sons are in the show. There was even a brief appearance by the family dog who had to learn two tricks to get out on stage! Doug Gabriel not only sings, but also played the piano and classical guitar. Band members performed solos, there was audience participation, and it was a fast-paced, excellent show. From there we went to the Branson Mill complex for lunch and shopping (many craft shops, a leather shop and an inspirational décor shop). Shoji Tabuchi was our afternoon show. With elves dropping out of the ceiling and flying angels, the show’s special effects are a visual treat. Besides Shoji’s talented violin and fiddle music, the cast includes other musicians, singers and dancers. As always, the men’s and women’s bathrooms were a must-see. The evening show was a performance by SIX. These six real brothers sing and dance, but there is no band or recorded music backing them up. Instead, they use their own voices to make the sounds of percussion and instruments. It was an intense, powerful, energetic and entertaining show.
Day 5
Today we left Branson and the Ozarks, getting our last looks at the mountains in fog. After our morning break at Osceola Cheese, we continued on to Independence, MO where the United States once ended. After lunch we toured the Harry S. Truman Library and Museum. A short movie gave us a good introduction to the life of the only president from the state of Missouri. Our guide through the museum was a great story teller, and we were both entertained and informed about Truman’s life and his presidential years. We learned that he was very reluctant to have Secret Service protection, that he kept a very messy desk, that his blunt speaking made him quite a colorful character and that his years in office resulted in him being ranked one of the greatest US Presidents. From Independence we continued to St. Joseph where we stocked up on Russell Stover candy before checking into the hotel. The evening reception was a great opportunity to visit and relax.
Day 4
Today was chilly, gray and drizzly, so it was good that three great shows kept us inside and wonderfully entertained. Our morning show was Doug Gabriel, whose singing was a combination of Engelbert Humperdinck, Roy Orbison and Elvis. His wife is the talented back-up singer, and both sons are in the show. There was even a brief appearance by the family dog who had to learn two tricks to get out on stage! Doug Gabriel not only sings, but also played the piano and classical guitar. Band members performed solos, there was audience participation, and it was a fast-paced, excellent show. From there we went to the Branson Mill complex for lunch and shopping (many craft shops, a leather shop and an inspirational décor shop). Shoji Tabuchi was our afternoon show. With elves dropping out of the ceiling and flying angels, the show’s special effects are a visual treat. Besides Shoji’s talented violin and fiddle music, the cast includes other musicians, singers and dancers. As always, the men’s and women’s bathrooms were a must-see. The evening show was a performance by SIX. These six real brothers sing and dance, but there is no band or recorded music backing them up. Instead, they use their own voices to make the sounds of percussion and instruments. It was an intense, powerful, energetic and entertaining show.
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