Carbondale ,IL, is a hidden gem with superb hostess and a lovely campground just waiting for folks to stop by......sort of similar to that one in South Dakota. Even when BJ can't make it out she knows how to entertain here at home

Though she keeps mentioning visits to local wineries and then we run out of time.

BJ, thanks again for encouraging me to swing by on my way West. Watching Toby and Mitzi play was fun, too, especially to see the wonderful positive changes with Toby. I think Mitzi's love of life and the pure abandon with which she plays has worn off on Mr Toby of the, there might have been something fearful in my past before I met you.....I think his spirit has grown.
