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Avoiding Toll Roads and Seeing the Countryside

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Real Estate Broker/Owner with House to Home, Inc. - Denver Real Estate - 720-231-6373 DRE# ER40011786

When I left, I never thought about there being toll roads.    We have one in Aurora, but thinking that is the only one in all of Colorado.    Coming across Illinois, I saw it was a toll road, but there were no signs as to how to sign up for the program to pay them.  Guess I will get something in the mail.  In NY they said **826 and sign up, so I did.

Coming from Detroit to South Bend IN, I put both into my gps - toll road and no toll road, and there was about 15 minute difference.  NOT bad, no toll roads.  So, got to see the beautiful countryside.   Tree-lined narrow country roads - just beautiful.

Last night there was quite the storm, and was hoping it wouldn't hail!   I was on the top floor, so once it started pouring, it was LOUD.   I watched out the window to see if there would be any funnel clouds, and saw none, thankfully.

 

Tomorrow onto to Des Moines, then Sunday will be the L O N G day.  10 hours home, but this time I GAIN one hour.   

BTW, Lucy let the pet sitter get two pets in before she hissed!  LOL   I told Becky, she doesn't bite or claw, so hissing won't hurt her, but Lucy needs to get used to the pet sitters.  I will be gone in September for 3 weeks to Europe!

 

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Joan Cox
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Michael Jacobs
Pasadena, CA
Pasadena And Southern California 818.516.4393

Hello Joan - taking a detour-of-sorts may be a remedy for road trip fatigue and an opportunity to explore countryside you might otherwise miss.  Here's to more safe times as you make your way home.  

Jun 21, 2025 04:11 AM
Kat Palmiotti
eXp Commercial, Referral Divison - Kalispell, MT
Helping your Montana dreams take root

One thing that surprised me when we moved to Montana was the lack of toll roads. I love it! Also parking is free just about everywhere. I love that also!

Jun 21, 2025 04:45 AM
Roy Kelley
Retired - Gaithersburg, MD

Good Saturday morning, Joan. 

When you travel in our area, it is difficult to avoid toll roads.

Jun 21, 2025 05:14 AM
Nina Hollander, Broker
Coldwell Banker Realty - Charlotte, NC
Your Greater Charlotte Real Estate Broker

Good morning, Joan... toll roads are not mysterious to me as we've always had lots of them in New York and New Jersey. Not many here in the Carolinas. Even when I travel locally, I often opt for the non-highway route... it might add some minutes to my trip, but is much less stressful and I get to see what's happening all around the region.

Jun 21, 2025 05:22 AM
Wayne Martin
Wayne M Martin - Oswego, IL
Real Estate Broker - Retired

Good morning Joan. Since I am more a point "A" to point "B" driver I don't dislike Toll Roads. But, on my bucket list is a road trip where I take my time and avoid toll toads so I can see the forest through the trees. Maybe that is wishful thinking so for now I will just view your photos. Enjoy the rest of your trip.  

Jun 21, 2025 05:30 AM
Gwen Fowler SC Lakes & Mountains 864-710-4518
Gwen Fowler Real Estate, Inc - Walhalla, SC
Gwen Fowler Real Estate, Inc.

I want a trip where I can stop and look.  I have told Henry our trip to Kansas will have atleast one day of time to detour just because...

Jun 21, 2025 05:46 AM
GilbertRealtor BillSalvatore
Arizona Elite Properties - Chandler, AZ
Realtor - 602-999-0952 / em: golfArizona@cox.net

Thank you for sharing the information. Wishing you continued

success. Have a wonderful day and sell a house. Bill

 

Bill Salvatore, Realtor- Arizona Elite Properties

Jun 21, 2025 09:51 AM
Lew Corcoran
Better Living Real Estate, LLC - East Bridgewater, MA
Expert guidance. Exceptional results.

Thanks for sharing your journey and insights, Joan Cox. I love how you highlight the charm of taking the less traveled scenic routes, especially the peaceful countryside roads. It’s a great reminder to enjoy the quieter moments on our travels. Thanks for the inspiration! 😊

Jun 21, 2025 02:20 PM
Dorie Dillard Austin TX
Coldwell Banker Realty ~ 512.750.6899 - Austin, TX
NW Austin ~ Canyon Creek and Spicewood/Balcones

Good evening Joan,

You are making good time! We have toll roads in Texas and I had them growing up in NY State!

Jun 21, 2025 07:40 PM