Diamond, IL

Mom – 1
Kids – 2
Miles – 2101.2
Cups of coffee – 12
Chicken Nuggets – 26

Thank you Connie! If you ever need information Googled while you are stuck in traffic on I-355 outside of Chicago, she’s your gal. I made a terrible error with the toll booths, she researched how I could remit my missed. $0.05 so I don’t end up a fine over a bloody nickel.

Ten hours on the road and we have arrived at my father’s place. The true test of patience begins now. He lives in a small, completely packed and unchildproofed home. I have no idea how I’m going to get through the next 48 hours. Tim has suggested a motel for the second night and I’m truly beginning to think it may be my only vestige of hope.