Rhododendron canadense, rosebay? Here is a link that might be useful: Rhododendron canadense, rosebay

Thanks a lot Carol. Sure looks like Trientalis borealis.

Awesome, mytime and susanc! Would you believe it - I actually tried to grow it here a long time ago - the people at the nursery said it would survive Chicago's unpredictable weather (thanks to climate change) - of course it promptly died within that season. I have since changed my philosophy - I will simply enjoy looking at the plants wherever they grow and take pics for future enjoyment. I don't need to grow them in my yard or own them in any way. I must say that has made me much happier :-) Shyamala

Thanks, abgardeneer! We have some species of Potentilla here in the prairie with fringed leaves and they are also quite a bit taller. I very much appreciate that you (and others on this forum) took the time to Id the plants and in turn educate the rest of us :-)