Bike Ride

I took a very nice bike ride last night around Morristown. I waved at neighbors, watched the little guys in the park at soccer practice, and enjoyed the sunshine. It was a little glimpse of summer, and I loved it. I'm excited to tackle all of those little projects and goals I have planned in the coming months (including riding my bike more!).

Happy Easter!

Happy Easter, friends! Jake and I spent the day with his family down in southern Indiana. It was great catching up with his parents and siblings, and we took advantage of the nice weather.

I also was re-introduced to a wonderful hymn during Anderson First's Good Friday service that I've had my head all weekend. Sums up quite nicely what we know will happen someday, thanks to Easter!

And when from death I’m free, I’ll sing on, I’ll sing on;
And when from death I’m free, I’ll sing on.
And when from death I’m free, I’ll sing and joyful be;
And through eternity, I’ll sing on, I’ll sing on;
And through eternity, I’ll sing on.

St. Joseph, Michigan

Our last stop on our Michigan road trip took us to St. Joseph, Michigan to visit with our good friends James and Chris. Chris lives in St. Joseph, the cutest little town that sits right on Lake Michigan. The beach area has a pizza shop housed in an old train station, a carousel, and all kinds of artwork lining the sidewalks. I'd love to head back here when the weather is a little more agreeable to really enjoy everything it has to offer.

Um, did I mention the tulips?

Holland is known for their Tulip Time Festival, where the town is covered in thousands of tulips. This festival usually happens at the beginning on May. Lucky for us, it's been so warm lately that the tulips decided to come out a little early!

Michigan Adventure: Holland

My favorite town of our trip was Holland, Michigan. Being from Dutch origins, I really enjoyed all of the Dutch signs, food, folk art, etc. in the restaurants and stores. You don't see that very often! 

In Holland, we...

...visited a (very cold) Lake Michigan and "Big Red" Lighthouse

 

 

...visited De Klomp Wooden Shoe Factory

...bought a cuckoo clock

...found my (maiden) name on a street sign!

Michigan Adventure: Frankenmuth

We spent the first few days of our trip in Frankenmuth, Michigan. It's the cutest little German town, which also happens to be the home of the world's largest Christmas store (I'm a big fan). 

In Frankenmuth, we...

took fun pictures as we shopped in town.

 ate our weight in fried chicken, German favorites, and fudge.

 

and visited the magical Bronner's CHRISTmas Wonderland.

It was a great start to our week!

Back Home Again

We're back from our whirlwind tour of Michigan! We had a wonderful trip. I'll be sharing lots of pictures in the coming days.

I also celebrated the big 2-6 over our trip. That just was a little harder to swallow than 25. I'm in a different age box now! I know I'm still young, but it's really hitting me how far removed I am from my days at Hanover. But! I still have quite a bit of kid left. Case in point, my favorite birthday present.

How can you beat a shiny red bike? I tried it out today and I love it. Especially the basket. I see many rides in my future this summer!