It's been a crazy weekend already, so JD and I are taking Memorial Day off for homework and relaxation. Since the weather has been so nice lately, we decided on Thursday afternoon to go check out a local State Park. We drove up to Starved Rock State Park and reserved a camp ground for the night. Then JD worked a couple of his stores near there while I stocked up on food for the adventure. We fit in an excersion after work and after setting up camp by hiking and biking in the park for a while. We saw a beautiful waterfall and some amazing canyons. Who know that the plains of Illinois had such things?
The next morning, we checked out Mathissen State Park next door by hiking down to see its waterfalls. It was a very muddy trip, but the waterfalls only run when there's been heavy rain, so it was worth it.
When we got back home and cleaned up, JD's parents arrived in town! We had such a wonderful time with them. We ate HUGE meals, biked, visited a local farmer's market (where Emily joined us), picnicked at the lake, played games, attended church, and ate HUGE meals! We had a lot of catching up to do as JD hadn't seen Vickie and Phillip since Christmas. Gizmo got a lot of attention, and although the days were full of fun, the visit was very relaxing at the same time.
And that is why JD and I are taking the day off. Summer school is in full gear now for me, so I'm already knee-deep in homework. I've also started a new knitting project: a cat bed for Gizmo! And JD is enjoying some house projects and biking plans for the day. Man, we love summer!
1 comment:
those are some pretty sweet pictures from the Starved State Park! Bet you're glad it's Spring!!!
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