~Thanksgiving~

Leaving behind the past and giving thanks for the present... at least for a few posts.

Pops, or as Kenzie calls him "Pots", was able to come and spend
time with us over Thanksgiving.  Great fun was had by all!

Peeking at the rolls rising.

The ham-not just any ham but a
picnic shoulder ham. Tradition!

Yum Yum!

A new sweet potato casserole recipe-its a keeper.

My little helper.

Ready to eat!

It was a good day of family, food and fun.  Our menu included:  Ham, mashed potatoes, sweet potatoe casserole, two types of stovetop stuffing (one with oysters for Pops, and one without for the rest of us), green bean casserole, cream corn, cranberry dressing (from the can), rolls and apple pie.  What a feast!    We were all thankful for the amazingness of skype and connecting with Aunt Di!

July~Vacation~Ohio

Ohio means: Mamaw & Papaw, a visit to the country, swinging, baseball...

Ohio means a visit to Big Boy...

Ohio means:  visiting with  family feeling the love....   

Ohio means:  you get so tired you fall asleep anywhere...

 Ohio means:  hanging out at  
       Nana's, laughter, hugs, 
               silliness......

Soaking up love from Aunt Di

Ohio means: family pictures, happy toes....

Ohio means:  Orange Leaf Frozen Yogurt, trillions of toppings for your yogurt...

Ohio means:  sporting your new

jams custom made by Nana, conversation, competition,

laughter, and lots of giggles.

Ohio is a special place! 

July~ Family Vacation~ Lewis Farm & Dune rides (part 2)

Lewis Farm~ fun for everyone!

Yee Ha  ride 'em cowboys!

           The great duck races!              Intense competition

Mac Woods Dune Rides

Fun stuff!

July~ Family vacation in Montague, Mi (part 1)

  July 4th~the start of our vacation!

Lighthouse on Lake Michigan 

Our welcome sign!

 *Sparkler fun!   It's all fun and games until someone burns a finger.

Touring Montague and the

World's Largest Weathervane

 Fun in the sun and sand!

Lake Michigan beach