Tuesday, October 4, 2011

Fall’s progress

Sunday was the start of a gorgeous week here in Northern Illinois.  We are even predicted to hit 80 a day or two! 

Even though we’re experiencing Indian Summer, fall is marching ahead.  Compared to last weeks ride, we saw soybeans being harvestedIMG_8038

and the corn is getting close. 

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Some farmers have started on the corn as we saw empty fields and heard & smelled the dryers running.  I would guess most will let it stand a bit longer to dry naturally though.  It costs a whole bunch less $$$ to do it that way.

Just look at the miles of fields waiting to be combined!

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We checked out a couple of old railroad bridges.  DH has a fascination with those kinds of things.
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Just look at how much the color has changed from last week’s ride.

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If the weather holds we’re hoping to get away this weekend for a couple of days a bit further north.  It’s been a bit crazy and stressful lately so  I’m excited. I think a couple of days away, riding and relaxing, is just what the doctor is ordering for me.

1 comment:

  1. Hoping the weather holds and you can get away. The forecast looks in your favor! ~Jeanne

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