See, when I was growing up my parents had never taken my sister and I on random vacations so road trips were completely foreign to me. My dad has never been someone to just hit the road and see where the wind takes us! He is meticulous at planning exactly where we'll be down to the minute, which route to take, how many gas stops there'll be, including which parking spot is best! Okay so that may be an exaggeration (well, a slight exaggeration), but honestly there's no messing around with him. He has a purpose and doesn't like to dilly-dally along the way. I, of course, am the exact opposite and very prone to wandering (which he hates, by the way). So you can imagine my extreme shock when I suggested a fall excursion for the weekend and he went along with it!
Parke County, Indiana has a festival every year to celebrate their covered bridges. Each town sets up their own unique arts and crafts, while visitors drive from bridge to bridge through incredible scenery, stopping in town along the way. It really is an amazing experience and the fall colors will have you in awe. We did take this trip right in the midst of the busiest time of the year for me, and although I was stressed beyond belief, it was exactly what I needed to get my head straight.
The first covered bridge we drove through.
Bridgeton had an adorable selection of crafts and antique shops.
After day two of our getaway, we visited my sister at college and headed home later that night. Sorry for the long, rambly post, but I thought I'd share our mini vacation with you.
What do you do to refresh your mind?
