All of you that are near the Illinois border should plan a retreat at Threads of Time. It's only a few miles into Illinois and you won't even need a passport!
All you need to bring is projects, your sewing supplies and machine, plus your clothes and food. Check it out and tell them Alfreda sent you.
http://www.threadsoftimefab.com click on retreat center to see the accomodations and make reservations. Great place to retreat.