Tag: Michigan

Frederick Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park

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1000 East Beltline Ave NE
Grand Rapids, MI 49525

Photos by Lisa & Robert Murphy

Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park opened in April 1995 after 13 years of planning and fundraising by the West Michigan Horticultural Society. In 1990, Fred & Lena Meijer were asked by Betsy Borre for their support, and they embraced the concept of a major cultural attraction centering around horticulture & sculpture. The original vision has turned into a top cultural destination in the Midwest, known internationally for the quality of the art and gardens.

During the weekend of October 14 to 16th my nephew, Robert, and his wife, Lisa, had a short holiday in Grand Rapids, Michigan. They enjoyed several special events and spent a day at the Frederick Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park. Thank you Robert and Lisa for sharing your photos from your visit to the Meijer Gardens. Let’s start with inside art.

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Another Great Trip to Northern Michigan

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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

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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

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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

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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.

 

 

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Trip to Michigan

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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.

 

 

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Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore

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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.

 

 

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Heather’s Garden June 2021

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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.

 

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