Covered Bridge in Vermont

Vermont is a charming state with many delightful offerings.

Among them are covered bridges.

Granted, bridges of all kinds can be a bit intimidating for those who prefer the solid surface of a road or highway.

On a recent trip to Arlington, Vermont,  we came across the  Chiselville Bridge shown in this post.

I was the driver and as our car edged close to the bridge, I put on the brakes and almost chickened out. 

It was a long way down to the Roaring Branch Brook below. As a matter of fact, it was more than 100 feet down!



"Just keep your eyes ahead of you," hubs said, in a not-too-quiet voice so across the bridge we went.

There's a funny sign  on the outside of the bridge that indicates drivers who drive faster than walking speed will be fined $1.00.  No fear. I drove at a caterpillar's speed and prayed hard while doing it.

Did you know that covered bridges have been called kissing bridges?  

Apparently, when horses and buggies were the popular mode of transportation, the bridges made good places to get in a little smooch.

There was no smooch for hubs on the bridge because both of my hands gripped the steering wheel like iron rods. 

I must have looked like a zombie with my eyes bugged out, staring ahead with a vengeance.

In my book, (chicken of the year), covered bridges are picturesque  to look at, not drive over.

HAVE YOU DRIVEN ON A COVERED BRIDGE?