Back in 2020 I shared my nephew’s camping trip to his favorite place up in the Upper Peninsula of Michigan, also known as The U.P. He and his wife love camping on Lake Michigan close to Historic Fayette, Michigan. Today I thank James for his beautiful photographs of the lake and woods in another great stay last week.
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Peony Garden, University of Michigan Arboretum
Photos are courtesy of my friend Diane. Her garden club visited the W.E. Upjohn Peony Garden at Nichols Arboretum, University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, Michigan. It is one of the world’s premiere collections. The garden holds nearly 800 peonies and over 10,000 flowers at peak bloom.
June is the time to visit the Peony Garden at U. of M. Arboretum in Ann Arbor, Michigan. The flowers are amazing.
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Heather’s Michigan Garden 2022
I’m very happy today to share another season of Heather’s Garden in Michigan. Heather is married to my nephew James. Photos today by Heather Murphy. (Slight editing and mosaics by yours-truly.) Thanks again Heather for your generosity. For several weekends toward the end of May, Heather was working in the garden. First with her extensive perennials and then adding annuals. The overall effect is a lush green oasis in suburbia.
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Lights at Detroit Zoo
I’d like to thank Heather Murphy for sharing her photos.
My nephew James and his wife went to enjoy the Christmas Lights at the Detroit Zoo, Detroit Michigan. Let’s enjoy their photos.
Trip to Michigan
Today’s photos are shared by in-law Lynne. I’m so lucky that I have wonderful family who share with me their beautiful photos. Thanks!
Lynn and her husband retired to Tennessee from Michigan about 8 years ago. Lynn was raised in Tennessee and they bought a home in the Smoky Mountains. Several times a year they drive back to Michigan to visit family and friends. Today’s a few shots from their trip last week.
Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore
My nephew Robert and his wife celebrate their anniversay each fall with a trip to northern Michigan.
Photos courtesy of Lisa Murphy.
Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore, America’s First National Lakeshore
Unlike any other place on Lake Superior, Pictured Rocks offers the opportunity to explore miles of pristine beaches, hike nearly 100 miles of trails, view towering sandstone cliffs, and experience the serenity of northern woodlands.
Heather’s Garden June 2021
I’m very happy today to share another season of Heather’s Garden in Michigan. Heather is married to my nephew James. Photos today by Heather Murphy. Thanks again for your generosity.
For several weekends toward the end of May, Heather was working in the garden. First James and Heather totally redid one flower bed adding a row of roses.
Hoffmaster State Park, Michigan
Photos courtesy of my nephew, James Murphy, who camped at Hoffmaster State Park with his wife.
6585 Lake Harbor Road,
Muskegon, MI 49441
Today’s photos are a few nature shots at Hoffmaster State Park in Michigan. The park has a beach, lots of trails, campground, and a nature center. Read More