You are the bomb @silversaver888. I love that you carry your Smith & Wesson and always know that you can protect yourself. I was looked at our (Illinois) concealed carry laws and I ran across an interesting fact:

CARRY AT ROADSIDE REST AREAS?
Can you carry a concealed firearm at roadside rest areas in Illinois?

No. You may not carry a concealed handgun at a roadside rest area in Illinois.

[430 Ill. Comp. Stat. § 66/65]

Hmmm, I would think a rest area, at night, for a woman traveling alone especially, could be a dangerous place. I wonder why they would specifically prohibit that?

And if you come to Illinois, I guess you're not supposed to travel with your protection either:

In terms of reciprocity, Illinois does not honor CCW licenses from any other state.

And also, enjoyed your post, and peeking in your bags! This was a fun contest.