Iowa: A Short Stay

 

Crossing the Mississippi River

We drove three hours this afternoon to my parents’ condo in Cedar Rapids. Mom is 84, and Dad is 90. We suggested bringing carry out dinner, and they suggested Firehouse Subs.  Julia brought fresh-baked chocolate chip cookies, which my Dad thought was the best part of the meal.

My parents have always been routine-based. By nine o’clock we had a nice visit, and they were ready to get on to their evening routine. We are grateful for their hospitality. We will get an early start in the morning and get some miles in tomorrow.

2 comments:

MFH said...

Is that white stuff on either side snow?!

John said...

Yes, the river is open, but there is snow on the banks and ice on the edges.

Hail no!

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