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Illinois - Jell-O Legs

Oh yeah! I made it!  Chi-Town, aka Chicago, was here.  I woke up, and drove into the north side of the city to where my friend Abby lives to claim a parking spot.  Though she lives about 10 miles north of the city, I didn’t mind the long bike ride as it went down the majority of the waterfront trail.  Bag stuffed full with essentials for the day: bike repair kit (learned my lesson), climbing gear, photo gear, rain gear, food, and water. Destination: Millennium Park.

Illinois - On My way

Another day, a new home, not much more. I wanted across the river, and border, to Illinois in hopes that the other two cities in the quad city area would have more attractions.  They didn't.  Determined to move about and discover, I hopped on my bike. Thankfully it was a Sunday, so there was zero traffic out to get me.

Iowa - Doldrums

Done in Des Moines, and still lost as with what to do, east seemed like the best bet.  I made it to Iowa City, which turned out to be a huge college town, rife with everyone moving in, scared parents, and jay walkers.  Being slightly lost here meant not only juggling between figuring out where I am, and trying to not hit anyone in the process.  Suffice to say, I made it.  But there was nothing here for me, and I turned north to Maquoketa Caves State Park.

Iowa - Funnel Cake, Nightmare Fuel, and a Climbing Wall

Oh look, more rain.  Joy.  But thankfully it quickly ran out, and the weather report said no more for the remainder of the day, so I decided to take my chances.  I drove into the city to get a bit closer, found a park, and packed my stuff for the day.  Then I set off, in hopes of staying somewhat dry.  The first stop was the John and Mary Papp john Sculpture Park in the middle of downtown.  A great park with some fantastic pieces.  As well as some questionable pieces that seemed more like the artist waited until the day before the unveiling to start the piece.  Regardless, all the sculptures are larger than life in some way, and feature a multitude of mediums for materials.  A great start to the day, and next up, the Iowa State Fair!