Author: robin

  • Our first day in Michigan

    Mother and I arrived at the Grand Traverse Resort and Spa in Acme, Michigan last night around 9:30. Since it was very dark outside, we couldn’t see a thing. This morning, we were able to see part of the lake from our room, as well as an 18-hole golf course.… Read the rest

  • Those crazy kids!

    I found some original and artistic “photography” designs saved on my iPad by the grandkids last summer. Here’s a sampling! They knew I would eventually find them!

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  • Lucky.

    I’ve been thinking a lot about how fortunate I am to be taking another trip with my mother, who is still alive, still well, and still able to do things like this at the young age of Almost 86. All around me are friends, family, and acquaintances that I come into contact with who have either lost their mothers or have mothers that are too ill or frail to consider traveling or doing anything that could be physically challenging.… Read the rest

  • The Launch of Phase II

    After reading and enjoying a travel blog of some friends of ours, I was inspired to consider keeping a journal while on an upcoming trip planned with my mother to Michigan’s lakes and Mackinac Island. I subsequently discovered it’s been a while since I updated this blog.… Read the rest

  • Gearing up for Washington!

    This Wednesday, we will be leaving for another summer in Washington! A lot has happened … We have a new granddaughter, Ashlyn Elizabeth, for starters! We started keeping in touch with folks through Facebook, so if you are a member … join us there!… Read the rest