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Driving through Chicago is never fun and although the traffic wasn’t bad, the roads sure were! We’ve never had cupboards in the trailer come open when we are driving but today we did and a couple of vitamin bottles fell out and opened. We had little capsules all over the floor and under the slides – fish oil and vit. D so made for a bit of a mess when they got squashed! It could have been worse and nothing was broken. Our plan was to spend tonight in a casino parking lot. However, upon checking the location for truck parking it was going to be right beside the Interstate so on to plan B. I found a public campground along the Mississippi River with electric hookups for $20/night. Much more peaceful and still had sites available. We also changed time today so we’re now on Central time. Have to remember when we call back home. The weather has been warm – 28 degrees today and at 9 pm it’s still 24 degrees with a low forecast at 19 degrees. A brief shower went through here before we arrived and tomorrow’s rain has been cancelled according to the forecast now. Should be able to keep the batters charged tomorrow and run the fridge off the power of the sun!

With our border crossing delay yesterday, we had to find an alternative stop for the night. We belong to an organization called “Boondockers Welcome” which is now part of Harvest Hosts. For a small yearly membership (less than a night of camping) we have access to a network of individuals who have opened their property to campers travelling the country. We’ve been members now for about 8 years and have had some memorable hosts. While last night’s host was only a km off the interstate, his property was a couple hundred feet of heavy bush from the road. However, with windows closed, we had a good night’s sleep and after a brief tour this morning of some of the work he’s done to his property, we were back on the road. Today is a trip through Chicago so we pray for safe travels as we head into Iowa for the night.