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Adieu, adieu, to yieu and yieu and yieu!

8/14/2017

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I'm in my final days in Ann Arbor with dental work, and farewells to my writing and cycling groups behind me. Touring time has also come to an end as I spend my last few days meeting deadlines, pondering fall travel, and getting the Element packed and ready to point eastward.

A Memorable Option 
With a few places still on my "to see" list last week, I made a choice to visit the small town of Chelsea, Michigan. While many folks would visit to see the Purple Rose Theater, founded by "hometown" actor, Jeff Daniels; I had my own agenda.

Growing up, my mother always made us breakfast, and one of my favorites (which I'll be enjoying soon) is corn pancakes. While she may have "doctored up" the batter, the pancake mix began with Jiffy corn muffin mix, and the end result was a fluffy, crisp-edged stack of pancakes soaked in butter and syrup. So, there was no resisting a visit to Chelsea Milling Company to tour the plant responsible for this lifetime of deliciousness.
Founded in the 1800s as a traditional flour mill, the company continues as a family-run business, with more than 300 employees, who appear to be pretty happy. Chelsea Milling doesn't spend any money on advertising, but they do invest well in their workers. There are now 19 Jiffy mixes, but the corn muffin brand accounts for 90% of production -- 1.5 million boxes a day! Sometimes it's the little things, like the memorable Jiffy box, that matter. 

On Saturday I roll into Ohiopyle State Park in PA, where I'll be off the grid for five nights, and in the woods for the solar eclipse. 
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Barb
8/15/2017 12:58:19 am

Judy... love the photo w your dentist and your smile is amazing
... meanwhile... love the Jiffy pitch that even men can bake! And lovely Jiffy memories. Where is the Chelsea post office?

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Judy
8/15/2017 09:58:24 am

Barb! Funny you should mention my beloved post office! The historic building was under construction and is no longer the town's PO. Unclear who is moving in but it's being preserved! I thought for sure you'd be admiring my sunglasses :). j.

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Barb
8/16/2017 12:26:36 am

Judy... love the sunglasses shot w the Jiffy box too. Perfect. Hope life on the road is a good reward for summer months of city dwelling. Finally drank champagne last night after a 7 hour drive home from MA. Travel safe.

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Judy
8/16/2017 09:45:35 am

Barb: Thanks! I am hiding in the woods for 5 nights then on to Easton, MD to help a friend & celebrate the birthday with many. Glad you're celebrating your amazing feat after the emotional event. J.

Eileen
8/15/2017 10:05:59 am

Judy: The bicycle flower box will one day adorn your home if and when you decide to settle down. The jiffy box photo rivals the Maine lobster, leave it to you to "ham it up". Safe travels!

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Judy
8/15/2017 10:11:34 am

Eileen, Driving to Jiffy, I was as excited as an 8-year old on a school trip. Who could resist that photo op? It's amazing what memories stick with you. Settle down? Three months in civilization is my quota for this year! J.

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Anne-Marie
8/16/2017 12:34:51 pm

What???!!!? You color-coordinated your outfit to match Gumby-Jiffy? A great photo-op and, yes, one of my favorite blog readings. And Jiffy is still a bargain. Thank you, Mabel!

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Judy
8/16/2017 03:25:45 pm

AMG: Absolute coincidence on the color matching! Honestly! That said, I may dress accordingly for my birthday pancakes. Yes, thank heaven Mabel stepped in after husband, Howard passed! J.

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