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Featured, Reviews, Techy Geek, The Traveling Chick, Travel & Lifestyle · February 6, 2018

Winter Daytripping to Illinois in the Mazda 6 Grand Touring


The Chicklet and I took a quick day trip to Illinois in the 2017 Mazda 6 to visit one of our favorite places and leave cabin fever behind.

This post features the 2017 Mazda 6 Grand Touring, loaned to me for review purposes.

What do you do when it’s the wintertime and you are so over being cooped up in the house? Why, you take a little day trip!

That is exactly what my daughter and I did to break up the monotony of our current frozen state. On a chilly wind filled weekend, we hopped on the highway in the 2017 Mazda 6 Grand Touring and headed east to Eckert’s Farm, located in Belleville, Illinois. Eckert’s is a family owned farm that also boasts a restaurant and country store and was the perfect way to the day.

The Chicklet and I took a quick day trip to Illinois in the 2017 Mazda 6 to visit one of our favorite places and leave cabin fever behind.

Spending time with my daughter is something that I cherish more and more these days. She’s getting older (almost 14) and soon, I won’t be cool enough for her to hang out with. Going on a quick getaway with her is just what the mama needs. The Chicklet might not know it either, but it is just what she needs, too.

The Chicklet and I took a quick day trip to Illinois in the 2017 Mazda 6 to visit one of our favorite places and leave cabin fever behind.

Our first duty was to eat of course, so we noshed on some yumminess while planning what we would get at the country store. We like eating at Eckert’s Country Restaurant because everything is so fresh and good and cooked down home style.

The Chicklet and I took a quick day trip to Illinois in the 2017 Mazda 6 to visit one of our favorite places and leave cabin fever behind.

During our lunch, we chatted it up about our upcoming vacation to Orlando. She’s excited about going to Universal Studios and I am excited about seeing all of the magic that is Walt Disney World.

The Chicklet and I took a quick day trip to Illinois in the 2017 Mazda 6 to visit one of our favorite places and leave cabin fever behind.

Next up, we got a few goodies. We love shopping at Eckert’s Country Store. Everything is so fresh and colorful. We got a cart full of fruits and veggies, as well as some honey made right on the farm.

The Chicklet and I took a quick day trip to Illinois in the 2017 Mazda 6 to visit one of our favorite places and leave cabin fever behind.

They also have amazing items like sauces, salsa, etc. that we enjoy and buy in quantity.

The Chicklet and I took a quick day trip to Illinois in the 2017 Mazda 6 to visit one of our favorite places and leave cabin fever behind.

The Chicklet and I took a quick day trip to Illinois in the 2017 Mazda 6 to visit one of our favorite places and leave cabin fever behind.

There are so many awesome features on the 2017 Mazda Grand Touring. The fuel economy is amazing and there are heated seats in both the front and the back which is a must for brisk winter days.

The Chicklet and I took a quick day trip to Illinois in the 2017 Mazda 6 to visit one of our favorite places and leave cabin fever behind.

My daughter loves being able to listen to her music via the Bluetooth connection, and I love that she loves it. The ride is also quite smooth and makes a great car to take on the road. Whether you are going on a quick trip or massive road excursion, the 2017 Mazda 6 Grand Touring is pretty dope.

The Chicklet and I took a quick day trip to Illinois in the 2017 Mazda 6 to visit one of our favorite places and leave cabin fever behind.

The Chicklet and I took a quick day trip to Illinois in the 2017 Mazda 6 to visit one of our favorite places and leave cabin fever behind.

The 2017 Mazda 6 Grand Touring has smart city brake support and adaptive front light system. It was awarded the 2017 IIHS Top Safety Pick. This car is stylish, vibrant, and fun to drive.

Click HERE to get more info on the Mazda 6.

The Chicklet and I took a quick day trip to Illinois in the 2017 Mazda 6 to visit one of our favorite places and leave cabin fever behind.


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  1. Joyce Brewer says

    February 7, 2018 at 10:15 am

    We love visiting hidden gems like farms and farm stands around Georgia. The Mazda looks like it delivered on rounding out your wonderful day out!

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    • The Cubicle Chick says

      February 7, 2018 at 8:19 pm

      I think in another life, I was a farmer Or a wife of one. I love visiting farms and my daughter does too 🙂

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Another flower arranging therapy Reel, this time w Another flower arranging therapy Reel, this time with roses and a little Stevie Wonder. I could do this all day! 🌹 #traderjoes #flowers #roses #therapy #selfcare
Mimosas, beignets, and Benedicts, oh my! Brunch is Mimosas, beignets, and Benedicts, oh my! Brunch is my absolute favorite meal and @louieswinedive in Clayton treated us so well! I will definitely be back. 

#brunch #stl #stlouis #food #stlfoodie #hosted
Brunch vibes. #latergram #brunch #stl #stlouis Brunch vibes. #latergram #brunch #stl #stlouis
A generous heart is always open, always ready to r A generous heart is always open, always ready to receive our going and coming. In the midst of such love, we need never fear abandonment. This is the most precious gift true love offers – the experience of knowing we always belong.” — bell hooks
One more week before she goes back to school for h One more week before she goes back to school for her second semester. Reppin #stl and @seriessixcompany. 

#stlouis #collegekid #stlmade #mykid
Flower arranging has become the self-care I didn’t know I needed. It’s a tranquil and relaxing experience for me. Get into it. 💐 #traderjoes #flowers #therapy #selfcare
It was about a mellow mood & self-care for me toda It was about a mellow mood & self-care for me today as I spent the first day of the year taking care of my mind, body, and soul. It went something like this…. #newyear #selfcare #overforty #fortyish
We made it a family night at @stlouiswheelpark. A We made it a family night at @stlouiswheelpark. A time was had and memories were made. Grateful that I got some extra days with these guys (thanks Southwest—now run my son back his reimbursement 😂).
My family gifted me $250 worth of Sephora gift car My family gifted me $250 worth of Sephora gift cards as one of my Christmas surprises. Take a look at my haul which includes makeup for oily skin and a some faves! #sephora #haul #skin #oilyskin #beautyproducts #overforty #midlifewomen
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