A few weeks ago, we all went up north to spend some time at Darren’s aunt and uncle’s cottage in Bay View, a tiny little gathering of cottages next to Petoskey. Darren’s dad was there as well, and we had such a great time hanging out around town and going up to Mackinac Island. The first night we enjoyed feeding the ducks down by the bay, and then watching a beautiful sunset.
The next day we headed up to Mackinac Island. We briefly crossed over the bridge so that we could say that we had been to the UP, and then took the ferry ride over to the island.
We of course took a carriage ride tour around the island – the best way I think to explore the island for the first time. It took us all over the island, past the governor’s mansion and the Grand Hotel, and one of the stops was a little butterfly garden. The weather was beautiful and I can’t wait to go back! One day is definitely not enough time to explore everything.
The next 2 days we continued to relax, and it just so happened that our good friends, Ashley, Kelly, and Ella, were staying in Boyne that week – just a short drive away. On Tuesday we met up and walked around downtown Petoskey together, and the next day we spent some time at Avalanche Bay indoor water park.
Brooklyn’s favorite part of the playground was the mulch! Later that evening, Darren and I took Brooklyn for a bike ride. She loved riding in the trailer, but she wasn’t too sure about the helmet.
We rode down to the water again for the sunset. Brooklyn sure loves her daddy!
The next day was Avalanche Bay.
It was a nice little family and friends getaway! We enjoyed every moment of it – and we can’t wait to go back!!
I have a lot more random pictures to post – but it is time for bed. More to come soon I hope!!
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