We rented a Toyota Corolla and averaged 40 miles to the gallon. It was not as comfortable as my Lincoln of course, but alsodidn't put an additional 1300 miles on the Lincoln. I liked the Corolla, but Idon't think I would buy one. The car handles quite well but doesn't take the bumps in the road very well.
The weather was great in Wisconsin even though itwas a bit on the chilly side. I would much rather have it a bit cool than too hot. We spent a couple days with my sister Gail. The grilled chicken and freshwatermelon, cantaloupe, and strawberries were excellent. I got to see my great nephew who is 5 months old. It was a very relaxing time. I also watched Tiger Woods do his magic while I was there. It is impossible what he is able to accomplish.
Shawano was a beautiful as always. Shawano Lake,where my mother has lake front property, is about three miles wide and seven miles long. Shawano Lake was my favorite place to go when I was a kid. My Grandma and Grandpa Mann had a cottage on west shore. Image waking up to the clanging of a wood burning store and hearing and smelling bacon and eggs sizzling in a pan. I would walk out into the living room, sit on the couch, and watch the light of the early morning sun ripple off the sparkling waves. When I am stressed or depressed, I can take myself to these memories.
Even these days, when I see light dancing on gentle waves anywhere I happen to be, I get a small jolt of happy feelings.
