The song has been a staple in Christian hymnals for more than a century, underscoring deeply held beliefs. “The Way of the Cross Leads Home” — written in 1906 — might be in the running for Christians’ national anthem if it ever came to a vote.
Until here lately, the “way” to Branson, MO, has not been quite so clear. Though highway routes to this Christian entertainment mecca are many — some of them picturesque — they can easily eat up the better part of a day for Texans driving there.
Eureka! Southern Airways Express now offers twice-daily flights from Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport to Harrison, AR, just a half-hour from Branson. Round-trip airfare is around $150, parking is free and the two-hour flight a few thousand feet aloft provides welcome “look-sees” at the colorful foliage below. (The aircraft has eight seats, with some safety requirements that may be unfamiliar, such as use of scales to determine weight of both passengers and luggage. Rent a car, use an Uber app or lean on a friend for pick-up in Harrison and the short final “leg” to Branson. Remember to pack light and arrive early for check-in.) ……