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89-Year-Old Grandmother's 2,000-Mile Adventure Across America

3/7/2026

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Story summary

Monique Uffholtz, 89, began a three-week road trip across the American West with her grandson Arnaud Montagard, traveling over 2,000 miles.
They traveled through several states and met friendly strangers along the way.
On Thanksgiving, they were invited to a community dinner.
Uffholtz appreciated diverse landscapes and historic towns and encouraged others to explore the United States.
Arnaud Montagard captured candid moments of their journey, which Uffholtz cherishes.

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Story summary

Monique Uffholtz, 89, began a three-week road trip across the American West with her grandson Arnaud Montagard, traveling over 2,000 miles.
They traveled through several states and met friendly strangers along the way.
On Thanksgiving, they were invited to a community dinner.
Uffholtz appreciated diverse landscapes and historic towns and encouraged others to explore the United States.
Arnaud Montagard captured candid moments of their journey, which Uffholtz cherishes.