July 25 - On the way to Frankenmuth, MI

Our 61 mile ride became 67 when we had a six mile detour. The weather was perfect but the roads had many bumps and ruts for endless miles. To try to avoid the ruts we traveled in the middle of the road. Of course, there were so few cars, this was possible.

Scenery along the way consisted mainly of farms. I'm a city gal but easily figured out that acres of sweet beets, corn and soybeans were cultivated in this part of Michigan.

The town of Frankenmuth is very touristy unlike other towns we've been to during this trip. Even the motel we are staying at tonight has a Bavarian theme.

I was very happy to revisit my favorite store near the motel, Zeilinger's Wool Company. I had purchased a light green winter hat that I wear all the time in 2010.  I spotted and purchased a handmade wool sweater, color orange to match.