Essie's Vacation Planner

Here are a few tips from Essie for that summer vacation. These sites were of particular interest to Homeland Security as likely terrorist targets. So much so, that the cities where they are located received Homeland Security funding for protection. Since they seem to be so important, I figured they are must-see attractions for every American -- right up there with the Statue of Liberty, the Smithsonian, and Mt. Rushmore. I've noted the amount of money allocated for the protection of each in 2006. 

• The world's largest ball of paint in Alexandria, Indiana ($12 million)
• Barney Smith's Toilet Seat Art Museum in Alamo Heights, Texas ($10 million)
• Carhenge in Alliance, Nebraska ($25 million)
• The giant lava lamp in Soap Lake, Washington ($143 million)

So go fill up with some $3.50/gallon gas and take that road trip before the terrorists blow up all the lava lamps and toilet seats!

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