This is Quarters One at the Rock Island Arsenal. Built in 1872 it was the residence of the highest-ranking official at the arsenal. Over the years, many have lived here. It is the second largest federal residence in the U.S. next to the White House. Before it was an arsenal it was a 946-acre Army post. It was later used as a Union Army prison for Confederate soldiers during the Civil War. It is now the largest government owned weapons plant in the U.S.
We took this photo as we passed by where Tom
and Diann Lanum live. Great spot on the river! Tom had his VHF radio on, spotted us and wished us well as we passed by. We sure did enjoy spending time with them last night. 
We spotted the flag on this marker buoy from a distance. At that point we couldn't tell that it was the stars and stripes. Immediately we were concerned that the flag on a buoy represented some danger. Symbols, colors and shapes are used to convey information to boaters. When we were close enough we realized it was our flag, placed there by some proud American. The water continues to rise and the current is getting very fast. Trying to dock at the Clinton marina was a challenge to say the least. After several failed attempts to enter a slip they wanted us in, we said no and told them we wanted to tie along the t-head at the end of the dock. The current was strong going one direction and the wind was strong going the opposite direction. It was somewhat of a rodeo getting to the dock and all secure but we finally did it.
It was late Friday afternoon at this point and people were starting to head out for the weekend. We all laughed when we saw this “redneck pontoon” being pushed by. The water pump in the air conditioner is acting up. Great. Just in time for the 90 degree weather expected this weekend. The guys fiddled with it but to no avail.
Made creamed chicken, peas, carrots and onions for supper. Had it over buttermilk biscuits. Oh yeah!
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