New Store

Dear Friends,

This was out in front of a new store in town that sells refurbished furniture. Never did make it in there.  Hopefully it will still be in business next summer.

Love,
Heather

Hammock

Dear Friends,

Nothing is more relaxing in the summer than the backyard hammock and a good book, or Kindle in this case. I can spend HOURS out here. Already looking forward to next summer.

Love,
Heather

Tawas

Dear Robin & Mike,

Have a great time with you and the girls each summer. Thanks for making us feel like part of the family.

Love,
Heather & Brad

Sam

Dear Friends,

We spend a lot of summer evenings on the back porch with our friend, Sam Adams.

Love,
Heather & Brad

July 4th

Dear Friends,

I had a very American 4th for the first time in years. Spent the day with my parents and Brad in Oscoda and even made it to the parade. I always know I am in northern Michigan when people start talking septic tanks. As you can see from the parade, the septic guy is one important man!

Love,
Heather

Daisies

Dear Friends,

It seems I got ahead of myself with the return to China photos. I still have a few more from Michigan.  Loved these daisies growing in town.

Love,
Heather

Pig Bag

Dear Friends,

We couldn't resist ordering these "Milk Yellow Pig Bags" as they were identified on the menu. Really just plain buns with no filling. Not terribly exciting to eat but fun to look at!

Love,
H

Dream Car

Dear Friends,

If you are thinking about getting me a Christmas gift...consider this!

Love,
B

AuSable River

Dear Friends,

One of the many highlights of my summer is a ride down the AuSable river in our kayaks.  Love the quiet beauty of this river early in the morning.

Love,
H

Yankees Game

Dear Friends,

Thanks to some friends, we had a great time at the Yankees game.  Had to have a little fun while in NYC for the writing conference. Thanks Keith and Terry!

Love,
H & B

Sunflowers

Dear Friends,

These sunflowers at the farmer's market just added to a great morning in NYC.

Love,
H

Big Gay Ice Cream

Dear Friends,

I am terribly sorry I didn't get in this shop to investigate further.

Love,
H

Sidewalk Sand Art

Dear Friends,

Came across this great sand artist in Washington Park. Amazing work!

Love,
H

Jazz Band

Dear Friends,

These guys were amazing!

Love,
H

Sam's Summer Ale

Dear Friends,

Love summer and Sam Adams!

Love,
H & B

Heidelberg Project

Dear Friends,

Thanks to Ann, our tour guide, we had a chance to go check out the Heidelberg Project. All the years I have lived in Michigan, this is the first time I had heard of it.  Some amazing stuff there!

Love,
H

Eastern Market

Dear Friends,

Eastern Market in Detroit was an adventure all the way around. Loved all the Michigan grown and made products. Also saw this interesting art work.

Love,
H

Freedom Walk

Dear Friends,

I was trying to get these on one my my photo collage apps. I just couldn't get it together. So, rather than waiting longer, I thought I'd just toss my three favorite photos from the day here. It seems that there were many different agendas going on during the Freedom Walk in Detroit. Was thrilled to catch this historic event during a weekend away with the girls.

Love,
H