Monday, July 25, 2022

Day 10 — Monday, July 25th

We left the hotel at 9:15 this morning.  The temperature was 59 degrees and a beautiful day!  Lots and lots of cornfields on both sides of the road.  

At 10:25, we saw the Welcome to Illinois sign and stopped at the Welcome Center.  The talkative lady there suggested we go to the Anderson Japanese Gardens in Rockford, IL, so we headed there.  The gardens span 12 acres set in a 16th century Japanese landscape.  It was very serene, well maintained, and contemplative.  Lots of koi in the ponds.  

At 5:00, we stopped for the night in Chesterton, IN.  It was 72 degrees.


Sunset in back of our hotel over Lake Chubbs









 

6 comments:

  1. Your pictures are wonderful…you are having such fun…and staying in cooler temps! It’s really (((hot))) back home! Continue to enjoy your trip in good health and safety! Loving all of you…Penny & Cal 💝💝

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    1. Thanks, Penny, for all the well wishes! The weather has been so much cooler than what you’ve had. I’m hoping we’ll bring some of the cooler temperatures home with us!

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  2. Oddly, from the sun pix to the gardens, the serenity shines right through and I immediately am feeling more peaceful! Lovely choice for a visit.

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    1. Yes, we felt the same way! It was a relaxing, serene day!

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  3. The adventure continues. Looks like everyone is having a blast. Great pics. Looks beautiful.

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  4. We are having a great time and enjoying every day!

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Saturday, July 28th

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