Sunday, September 14, 2008
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?
Monday, September 8, 2008
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???
Sunday, August 31, 2008
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.....
Monday, August 18, 2008
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.
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.
Sunday, August 10, 2008
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!
Sunday, August 3, 2008
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.
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.
Wednesday, July 23, 2008
Alpena, Michigan
We have had a Great week in Alpena. The usual Michigan “rain”, but still managed to see a lot of things. As luck would have it, we got here in time for the Brown Trout Festival, and it’s Art on the Bay show. Alpena is home to the world’s largest cement plant, established in 1908.Alpena is located on Thunder Bay of Lake Huron. Thunder Bay National Marine Sanctuary 
preserves a national treasure of nearly 200 historic shipwrecks in and around the bay, and northern Lake Huron. You can explore the history and archaeology of these wrecks at the Great
Lakes Maritime Heritage Center, the Sanctuary’s 20,000 square foot headquarters. With exhibits on Great Lakes maritime history and shipwrecks, NOAA’s Science on a Sphere exhibit, a sanctuary store, state of the art education spaces, high-definition theater, and archaeological conservation lab, the free Center is a great place to visit. The Thunder Bay area currently has known, and located, about 70 shipwrecks, many of which are able to be visited by scuba divers. There are an estimated 90 other shipwrecks whose resting spots are still unknown in the area.
preserves a national treasure of nearly 200 historic shipwrecks in and around the bay, and northern Lake Huron. You can explore the history and archaeology of these wrecks at the Great
Lakes Maritime Heritage Center, the Sanctuary’s 20,000 square foot headquarters. With exhibits on Great Lakes maritime history and shipwrecks, NOAA’s Science on a Sphere exhibit, a sanctuary store, state of the art education spaces, high-definition theater, and archaeological conservation lab, the free Center is a great place to visit. The Thunder Bay area currently has known, and located, about 70 shipwrecks, many of which are able to be visited by scuba divers. There are an estimated 90 other shipwrecks whose resting spots are still unknown in the area.Of course, along with friends Ted & Shirley, we had to try out one of the lifeboats in the Center. 
Just north of Alpena are the Old Presque Isle Lighthouse, built in 1840, and used until 1871. It 
was replaced by the New Presque Isle Lighthouse, built in 1870. The New Lighthouse is the 
tallest lighthouse tower accessible by the public on the Great Lakes, at 113 feet, one foot taller than the Big Point Betsie Lighthouse.
was replaced by the New Presque Isle Lighthouse, built in 1870. The New Lighthouse is the 
tallest lighthouse tower accessible by the public on the Great Lakes, at 113 feet, one foot taller than the Big Point Betsie Lighthouse. All in all, a great week. We enjoyed seeing Ted & Shirley, and thank them for their hospitality. If you wish, you might ask Shirley how the Set-back games went. (Smile) Now on to Alden, on Torch Lake for the Cousin’s Reunion!
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