Trip to Canada

Our trip to Canada was Great! We went up with cousin Bruce & Dorothy, cousin Arlene came up the following day. Flowing water from a creek, propane gas lights, wood heat, cooking over a campfire, view of the lake from the out-house, and NO other people, what more could you ask for.

Here are a few views of the cabin.












Laura pointing to our water supply - gravity brings it down the hill to the cabin.











One of my jobs was to salvage the previous night's campfire, I usually had a couple of companions helping me. And we even cooked over the campfire during the rain - what fun!










Of course we went for hikes, you had to look for the trails, good thing we had guides. Visited the falls, and the dogs really enjoyed the beaver ponds. I'm also adding a couple of views of the lake. There are only 12 (I think) cabins on the lake. Nice and quiet.

All in all, a fun trip, thank you Bruce, Dorothy, and Arlene.

Rain in Indiana

Yep, we are in Indiana. Last May, we were at White Oaks on the Lake 12 days, and we had some rain 8 of them. We got here Thursday, and today is the 4th straight day with rain, partly due to Ike. We sure are looking forward to some sunshine. Why would anyone want to live in Indiana?

Thought of the Week

My "Thought of the Week" is in response to the Government takeover of Fannie Mae & Freddie Mac. Do we really think the "Government" knows best???

Out of Touch

Just a quick note to let you know we will be out of touch for a few days. Currently at Long Lake, having a good time. But, Tuesday am, we will be headed for Canada for 4 nights - no computer, no cell phone! Back to the USA late Sat. Till then.....

Davison, MI

Just a quick post to update you some, sorry, no pictures. We have been having a good time. Last Thursday, brother Don & Regina, sister Janet & Bill, Granddaughter Paula, Bart, & 5 kids were over to enjoy meals, swimming, putter golf, etc. Also Thursday, fellow high school graduate Jean Ann, husband Dick came in the park, got the site right next to us. (Rich, they are the ones that visited Las Vegas 2 years ago.) Also, fellow high school graduate Dick Spike & Madelon are in the park, so we have had some fun catching up on our lives since high school.

I have done a little update on our itinerary. You will note that we have made Dr appointments for Oct 13th in Las Vegas. That's all for now.

History/Economic Info

Having seen Priscilla's posting regarding cost for books for a college course, and my comment on what my tuition was for college, we were reminded of an invoice which we have in our possession. And, in light of a new baby in the family, just thought we would share it with you. Probably no further comment is needed, enjoy!

Cousin's Reunion and Other Items

Other Items First:

My "Thought of the Week" is in honor of our government in action, especially the DO NOTHING Congress that just left for a 5 week vacation because they "earned" it - NOT!

Oh, did any of you identify Laura/Mom/Grandma in the school picture from a month ago? Haven't heard from anyone on that subject.


2 weeks ago, we were blessed with the birth of Great-granddaughter Kajsa. Congratulations Melissa, we love you both!


Cousin's Reunion:

Oh what a great time we had in Alden, near Torch Lake, in the yard of cousin Bruce & Dorothy. It was good to see their children & families while there as well.

So we had time to sit around & relax, take group pictures, go to Brunch at the Yacht Club, take a cousins picture by the shore of Torch Lake.













We also hit another "festival", this time it was Alden Days, with a parade, including the "band", kids activities, roast beef served by the Fire Department (hmmm, good), a quilt show, entertainment, and of course sales booths, etc.







One night, our entertainment included our own tree climbers,
Regina & Kayla. Way to go girls!








On Monday, we also saw Arlene's son Dane, his 2 children & puppies from Colorado. Hopefully the video of Dane playing with the "puppies" comes through ok.





We are now back at Woodlands on the Lake, relaxing for a few days.