My sister-in-law, even at 75+ years old, continues to be involved in children’s lives at the Ellsworth community school. She substitues teaching in all levels, does an after school program and attendendes all sporting events, ect. Being that she is so involved during the school year, she has more free time in the summer. So, after our Thursday Bible studies each week, she plans some form of excursion. She calls them stay-cations.

This last week after Bible study, we checked out the new “Friske Market” in Atwood. The revitalized market is humongous! After lunch we went to “Banks Township Park”. This is where Leonard and family spent their Independence Day celebrations. So, it has sentimental value for my sister-in-law. This was followed up by visiting Antrim Creek Nautral Area. You can check the area and directions out here. Tranquil would be the best way that I can describe this area. Often, people go here to rock hunt. Every outing seems to be rounded out with ice cream of some sort. This week, we stopped at “Fudgies” in Central Lake. I had the caramel-sea salt and it was fabulous! I am lucky to have a sister-in-law that likes to explore.

My son and family were able to go to Korea to visit family and many of the tourist attractions. They are having a great time, for which I am thankful. They have not had a visit in five years. While they are gone, we are taking care of their dog and two cats. It is a bit of an adjustment for us, especially having them for a month, but it is okay.

Leonard and I went fishing for the first time this year on Deer Lake. The Lord provided us with two Perch, two Bluegill and one Catfish/Bullhead. Yesterday, we fished on Six Mile Lake. We went in the afternoon, which is not prime fish time. Yet, again the Lord provided. It was a fun, sunny, peaceful afternoon. We caught many fish with the majority returning to the lake home, yet we were able to come home with two Bluegill and one Bass.

Yes, we continue to be “The Lucky Ones”