I sorta think of our little resort as the last-"worst kept" secret for lake cabin rentals in Michigan. When Bob and I bought this family owned business from his parents several years ago I knew one of the first items on the checklist was a website and now our little corner of heaven is becoming well known for a quiet vacay that comes with a row … [Read more...]
Host a caterpillar and watch the transformation!
Am I the only person left on the planet who has never gathered a caterpillar and watched her transform into a butterfly? Honestly I didn't even know it was a thing. Witnessing the monarch caterpillar stages seems like magic...or a miracle. An incredibly beautiful process and so easy to do right at home. Monarch Caterpillar Stages This post … [Read more...]
10 Best Family Things to do in Upper Michigan
Our most frequently asked question, beyond "how many people can fit in that cabin," is by far what are some fun things to do in upper Michigan? We've given out hand drawn maps so many times I can't even count. Our guests love that the resort is centrally located to so many beautiful and accessible locations. If you find yourself staying here, or … [Read more...]
How to Create the Perfect Travel Itinerary
Have you ever planned a travel itinerary with a group of people and found it to be a bit daunting? This thought came to me recently when the hubby and I worked on one for a family trip to Florida. I'm typically a go-with-the-flow traveler. Once I'm on the road, I'm on vacation. But my husband? He's the planner. I'm talking down to the very last … [Read more...]
10 wacky ways to know you’re stuck in a Northern Michigan Winter
I'm slowly working winter time activities into my plans since there's no escaping the freezing temperatures around here. A Northern Michigan winter can be long and sometimes dreadful when all you want is some warm sunshine on a freshwater, great-lakes beach. We're completely spoiled with our 4 seasons and the ability to, occasionally, experience … [Read more...]
New Year’s Resolutions, no dieting required!
A super smart lady once told me that the only New Year's resolutions she commits to is learning something new. Over the last several years that notion has really stuck with me. As I sit and write this on Christmas Eve I'm sicker than I've ever been and I suppose if one of my resolutions was to lose some weight, this might be a start...no … [Read more...]
So this is Christmas…finally a tree in the resort house
Last year was a complete blur. So many changes and a loss so huge that we find it hard to speak about. I keep thinking back to the holidays of 2016 and I can't remember how we celebrated. So this is Christmas... I don't remember wrapping or opening gifts. I can't picture a Christmas tree or decorations. I'm unsure if it has to do with losing … [Read more...]
The Deer Ranch St. Ignace, MI
I can't seem to get deer off my brain. Perhaps it's the season. Guys and gals out in the woods hoping for that big buck to cross their path. Bob's been a hunter since he was big enough to carry a gun...me? Not so much. I'll make a confession here...I've never even seen Bambi and I never will. Just knowing that the mama dies makes me wanna … [Read more...]
Resort life update: All grown up, Senior Pictures!
When they say time flies, I don't think they mean like a kite trailing through a breeze at sunset. I think they're actually referring to a streamlined scramjet going mach 10! A lifetime seemed to flash before my eyes as I took her senior pictures. I've included some affiliate links in this post for your convenience. If you click on one, and make a … [Read more...]
It’s ok to be a little nutty…this chipmunk!
It seems the wildlife around the resort are evolving along with the many personal changes we've experienced this past year. Our mallards from years past weren't around much this season. The loons didn't grace us with a little loon baby. But the squirrels were as active as ever. We even had a skunk play a cameo during an evening campfire (another … [Read more...]
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