The "I" States

John and I have traveled west through Indiana, Illinois, and now Iowa. The "I" states are aligned east to west in Mid America. The characteristics they share are flatness, greenness, corniness and friendly folks. We enjoyed our stay in Springfield,Illinois visiting the Abraham Lincoln sights. We particularly enjoyed the Presidential Library and Museum with its state-of-the art theaters. The "special effects" of the theater program had us jumping out of our seats a couple of times! We even saw Lincoln's ghost. Touring the home of Abraham and Mary Lincoln in Springfield was another highlight, really taking us back to the reality of everyday life at that time. You can't help but marvel at the hardships and struggles the early Americans endured. So grateful that we live in this age of convenience, ease and health care.

The tragic story of the Lincoln Family is heart breaking.

The Lincoln Family home in Springfield is in Illinois's only National Park.

Home is where you hang your hat