And just like that, our summer adventure came to a close. One final night in Rockford, Illinois was the absolute perfect way to end an unforgettable summer. I feel like we have new extended family at the Lipton house — thanks Bill, Beth, Elizabeth, Bryn, and Ali for a ridiculously fun night.

I’ll write more soon with some thoughts and memories from along our journey, but for now I’ll just say Wow! What a great summer. Rockford was the perfect cherry on top. Thanks, Liptons.