Thank you. Thank you! THANK YOU, Virgie and John Holtzapple for your recommendation to go to the Corning Museum of Glass! Barry and I are so glad we made a small change in our route to include two nights in Corning on our itinerary. This allowed us a full day at the museum! We arrived at… Continue reading Corning Museum of Glass – Wow!
Category: Family & Friends
Petoskey with Jerry & Belinda
Barry arranged for us to have two nights in Petoskey, MI at a Jellystone Park (previously KOA). This park had all sorts of activities and amenities for adults, children and families, but we weren’t there to use any of them. Barry selected Jellystone because it was only 2 miles from our CVR (Carefree Village Resort) friends, Jerry… Continue reading Petoskey with Jerry & Belinda
A Visit With Doug & Sandy
This morning we left Van Buren State Park earlier than originally planned to instead come further north to Conestoga Campground where Doug and Sandra Stelma are spending the summer. Doug takes care of the fairways at a local golf course during the summer. He loves his job and takes great pride in the work he… Continue reading A Visit With Doug & Sandy
Michigan! Van Buren State Park
We made it to Michigan! We were both excited for our travels within the state of Michigan over the next two weeks! Summer reservations along Lake Michigan are not easy to get even when you try the first of February. Barry’s first, and second choice campgrounds with amazing views of Lake Michigan were already full… Continue reading Michigan! Van Buren State Park
Reconnecting With Family
As Barry was planning our extensive trip to the Midwest and East Coast, he asked if there were any specific stops I wanted to make. I immediately said that I’d like to visit my Aunt Judy in the Columbus area. Our time in Ohio was going to be quite limited due to a scheduled reservation/appointment… Continue reading Reconnecting With Family
Nana & Papa Time – May/June ’22
Mona’s New BikeWe bought Mona her first 2-wheel pedal bike for her 4th birthday, but we weren’t able to get it to her till now, OMG…within 15 minutes Mona was riding it beautifully! Balance bikes make for amazing transitions to a pedal bike without the need of training wheels, as long as you get a… Continue reading Nana & Papa Time – May/June ’22
Reconnecting With Friends
We met Jo and Don Richardson the summer of 2018 at what was known then as the adult pool at Pio Pico Thousand Trails. We had lots of good times out there swimming and playing cornhole, going places locally, and having dinner followed with playing Mexican Train or Uno at their house. We became good… Continue reading Reconnecting With Friends
Isaac’s Kindergarten Graduation
June 2, was kindergarten graduation day for Isaac. Papa and I were delighted to attend! The four kindergarten classrooms had a special surprise for the audience… a special version of “New York, New York” called “First Grade, First Grade”. It was really cute. The beginning was strong and clear, after that it became a little… Continue reading Isaac’s Kindergarten Graduation
Balance Bikes to Pedal Bikes -NO Training Wheels!
When Isaac and Mona each turned two, Barry and I got them balance bikes. Stores didn’t seem to carry any, so I started looking online. I was about to order the Cruzee ultra light balance bike, but then saw that Costco had a balance bike for only about $50. Unfortunately, it was too big and… Continue reading Balance Bikes to Pedal Bikes -NO Training Wheels!
Our Retirement Mindset
Retirement can be tough for some, but Barry and I are thriving in ours! We love our pickleball addiction to stay physically active. I would usually play twice a day. We got in as much quality play as we could throughout March and April by inviting several players from outside CVR to play with us… Continue reading Our Retirement Mindset