Michigan

We just got back from a trip to Michigan to visit Andrew's family. They live near Grand Rapids on a beautiful lake. Madeline went on her first plane ride to get there. We flew up during her bedtime and of course she didn't fall asleep until the plane, literally, touched down in Grand Rapids. Oh well, she caught up on her sleep and was a very happy girl the entire time.

We were living it up on the lake for a long weekend. Madeline really enjoyed the boat. She liked the wind blowing on her.


Andrew did a little wake boarding.


We did a little Sea Dooing...

and tubing. We were so sore from holding on for dear life.

Andrew's parents even enjoyed a little kayaking one morning.

One day, we headed out to Lake Michigan. The water was much colder than the last 2 beach visits we have had this summer. Those crazy Michiganders still got in the water. My feet were pretty much numb after 1 second.

We had a little fun playing on the dunes.

Madeline really loved the grass and flowers around Aunt Donna and Uncle Roger's house.

But, we mostly enjoyed just being with family. Madeline got to hang out with her Nana and Papa Paul...

meet a lot of new cousins (or are they really our 5 other secret children ? ?)...

and have constant adoring fans.

We had a great time. If it wasn't for the awefully cold winters, maybe we would consider moving to Michigan. But, I think we will stick to the south for now (if you can call, Maryland, The South).