Hustlerfest, the calendar of events says it all. But if you are itching for more, Hustlerfest is an annual village fete, that originated in 1922. There are your typical country fair staples: tractor parade, pie eating contest, bale throwing, and bingo. However, there are some unique activities including chicken throw (organized by gender and age, […]
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My road trip started off later than I had planned. Originally I was going to pick my rental car up at 8 a.m., but since I didn’t get out of bed until 8 a.m….well, things were delayed from the get-go. I again battled Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT), it seems every 20 miles there is […]
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Many have asked what my itinerary will be and the first place I’ll visit. Since I’m adventuring during the time of COVID, I’ll be keeping “close to home” for the first several weeks. Which means… ROAD TRIP!! I love a good road trip. Past road trips have included: “The English Country Ramble” – London to […]
“We travel not to escape life, but for life not to escape us.” From the late 17th century through the mid-19th century, it was common for young men from the English gentry to embark on their “Grand Tour.” They journeyed through Central and Southern Europe as part of an educational and cultural rite of passage. […]