Roadside Attractions Worth Visiting ENJOYING THE JOURNEY
The United States can be a weird place, and some landmarks definitely reflect that sentiment. Along almost every highway, bizarre landmarks draw road trippers of all ages. Sometimes tourist traps aren’t worth the price of admission, but when you’re taking your summer road trip this year and your family needs a place to stop and stretch, these are three roadside attractions worth checking out. THE LOST SEA; SWEETWATER, TENNESSEE The Lost Sea is the largest underground lake in the U.S. Lying 140 feet beneath the surface, it’s a fun escape from the summer heat, since it’s 58 degrees year-round. Kids and adults alike can learn about the history and geology of the area on a guided tour through forest above and lake below. And afterward, you can stop by the general store, ice cream parlor, or café.
toward the ground and appear to defy gravity. It might not be aliens, like some believe, but visitors of all ages will get a kick out of the illusions messing with their perception. Plus, the nearby hiking trails through the redwoods offer a free added experience. DINOSAUR LAND; WHITE POST, VIRGINIA It might not be Jurassic Park, but it’s still worth a look. Nestled in the greenery of Northern Virginia, this park has over 50 life-size statues of dinosaurs of all kinds. Tours are self-guided, parking is free, and children (or adults) with dinosaur obsessions are sure to smile and point out their favorites. It’s certainly something to “rawr” home about. Whether these spots are your destinations or you’re just passing through on your summer road trip, visiting these roadside attractions and others like them will add some fun to your travels.
THE MYSTERY SPOT; SANTA CRUZ, CALIFORNIA
Advertising itself as a “gravitational anomaly,” this wacky spot in the middle of the redwood forest showcases a series of optical illusions such as balls rolling uphill and a cabin where visitors can lean
As the receptionist at our Caldwell clinic and one of the first faces our patients see — or voices they hear —Meghan has found purpose and joy in her work for Altitude PT. She says, “I take pride in making the atmosphere feel very homey for patients. They come in with a lot of pain, and they often just want someone to talk to. That’s the main role of my job: making people feel at home.” Meghan is aware of how her role sets patients up for success in physical therapy. She says, “It helps with the healing process. If they’re going into an environment where they feel happy, that’s going to help them relax, prepare for exercises, and feel more excited about doing them.” HER ROLE HELPING WITH THE HEALING PROCESS MEGHAN TAKES PRIDE IN
different: “I’ve been on the other end, going with family and friends to their PT appointments, and it wasn’t the same; it looked like work. Here, it’s a fun, family environment. People enjoy being here.” Meghan says the positive environment is infectious. “It’s refreshing to be here every day.” When asked about her favorite aspects of her job, it’s an easy answer for Meghan. “I love the patients, and I really like my coworkers. It doesn’t feel like just another day at work; it feels like my second family. We talk about our lives and do company parties, and Sean is really good about getting everyone involved. It’s just a fun place to work,” Meghan shares.
Outside of work, Meghan keeps the fun going by pursuing creative outlets, including reading, writing, painting, and playing the ukulele. On weekends, Meghan says she can easily “read the day away,” admitting, “It’s kind of an obsession.” It’s fitting, then, that Meghan is pursuing a degree in English and education. She also enjoys taking in Idaho’s natural beauty on camping trips with her family. She says, “I like to get out of the city sometimes. Everyone needs that.” We’re so glad to have Meghan on our team, and we know you are, too! Be sure to say hi the next time you’re at our Caldwell clinic!
Having seen the way PT is practiced at other clinics, Meghan notes what makes Altitude
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