August 31, 2013

Checking off the summer bucket list...

For all the times that we've traveled with the girls along the shores of West Michigan, we've never taken them to Sleeping Bear Dunes.
My work sent me up north to our Traverse city campus Thursday night and and so we decided that before we came back home Friday, a trip to the dunes was in order.
Climbing the dunes was quite a workout.
It was absolutely gorgeous at the top.
Friday was overcast, but it made for a lovely photoshoot.
Splash!
As you can imagine, Josie was more than anxious to bring home all these rocks.  
She's my little nature explorer.
This has certainly been quite the summer to collect patches from our National Parks.
 
As we traveled down state, we stopped in Frankfort to enjoy one more view of the great lake.

Emma took this photo of the waves with her cell phone.  It was a gorgeous night on the beach.
Nothing beats a sunset on Lake Michigan.
I guess I can officially retire our summer bucket list. 

We've been very blessed this summer with many happy adventures.
 
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20 comments:

  1. KJ@letsgoflyakiteAugust 31, 2013 at 10:50 PM

    A beautiful post! I hope I can see a sunset on Lake Michigan one day! Wishing you a blessed autumn!

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  2. MargaretAugust 31, 2013 at 10:52 PM

    Such beautiful photos! Not only of the dunes and the lake, but of your beautiful girls and their loving relationship. You are truly blessed. What a beautiful sunset. We'll heading to a state park tomorrow for a picnic, Taconic State Park up in Millerton, NY about 2hrs north of us. Have a beautiful weekend! Maggie

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  3. PattiAugust 31, 2013 at 11:16 PM

    It's a real treat for me to catch up with you on your blog. It's such a happy place. I've never been to Michigan, but it looks wonderful with all the water. School starts on Tuesday, so I have been a busy beaver getting ready. Blessings!

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  4. Lutka And Co.August 31, 2013 at 11:31 PM

    What wonderful photos! You certainly did have a wonderful summer - thanks for sharing!

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  5. LynneSeptember 1, 2013 at 6:57 AM

    Beautiful post Kim . . . it will be one of my favorites!
    Nothing better than a Michigan sunset . . . unless it is
    Love between one another . . . The Best!

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  6. Perfectly PrintedSeptember 1, 2013 at 8:38 AM

    Such as sweet post!! Check out those long legs on your Emma!! Wonderful family pictures, you will treasure these! Have fun with the start of school!!

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  7. NellieSeptember 1, 2013 at 8:55 AM

    Lovely having this one last look at your summer adventures! The girls are beautiful! Sunsets over the water are the best! xo Nellie

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  8. ~Lavender Dreamer~September 1, 2013 at 9:12 AM

    What fun you've had this summer. I'm always amazed to see just how much the girls have grown since we've been blog buddies. You're going to have lots of great memories and wonderful photos to save! Enjoy your day....go out and get some hot dogs! heehee!

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  9. LeeSeptember 1, 2013 at 9:55 AM

    Your family has had a wonderful summer!
    Always fun to see the pictures.
    Enjoy the rest of the holiday weekend!

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  10. LauraSeptember 1, 2013 at 9:59 AM

    I am glad that you were able to enjoy your summer with the family! Building memories is so important. Your pictures are spectacular.

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  11. vintage greySeptember 1, 2013 at 12:31 PM

    So beautiful there and I love that last photo!! Happy September and weekend! xo Heather

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  12. vivianSeptember 1, 2013 at 3:57 PM

    your lake michigan is so pretty! Im glad youve had such a lovely summer. Your pictures are awesome!
    Im heading back to my craft table, working on vanessa and tonys wedding cake topper.
    have a great labor day!
    xoxo

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  13. 20 North OraSeptember 1, 2013 at 10:40 PM

    What a fun trip. Your beaches are beautiful. Looks like the girls enjoyed it!

    Judy

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  14. KarinSeptember 1, 2013 at 10:45 PM

    I think you should frame that last picture of your girls. Sooooo sweet! Looks like an awesome summer for you guys. :)

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  15. ~Damita's Pretty Wrap~September 1, 2013 at 11:08 PM

    Looks so pretty!! What a great way to finish up summer! Love the last photo...so cute! :) Happy Labor Day! xo Holly

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  16. Pam KesslerSeptember 2, 2013 at 8:00 AM

    What a wonderful little trip. I did not even know that Michigan had dunes! I really need to get out of Ohio more often. You've had an amazing summer that the girls will always remember!

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  17. JodeeSeptember 2, 2013 at 7:35 PM

    What a great trip! I love these pictures!

    So sorry I have been such a bad bloggy friend. I have no computer time anymore. Boo hoo!

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  18. anotherbethsmithSeptember 3, 2013 at 5:38 AM

    West michigan is the best place to live! I am in Muskegon....hope to stay here forever. Thanks for the nice post.

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  19. BucksCountyFolkArtSeptember 3, 2013 at 9:22 PM

    As beautiful as the scenery is, the girls are even more beautiful.

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  20. Cheryl G.September 17, 2013 at 9:48 PM

    Looks like so much fun!
    Beautiful!

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Thank you for following our adventures. I always enjoy reading your comments. Happy crafting! Happy thrifting! PS. Ignore that "robot" verification. You can ignore/skip that step since I can't seem to remove it from blogger.