Up North

After I flew back to Michigan, we drove up north to Up North. After checking into our motel and a quick nap, we headed over to the Jolli Lodge just south of Leland, Michigan.

GrandDad and Charlotte went down to the beach to wade in Lake Michigan for her first time. Peter also dipped his little toes.

While the family speculated whether or not the rope could hold my weight, I found out that I'm still terrified of swinging on the rope swing.

Enjoying Uncle Doug's grilled whitefish dinner on the shores of Lake Michigan.

The next day, we headed over to Traverse City to take in the Cherry Festival Parade, Charlie and Peter's first parade. Charlie sat up front with Ellie and her friend.

After the parade, we hit a few wineries.

On Sunday, Peter, Charlie, Mom, and NanaB took it easy on the beach at Suttons Bay while GrandDad and I had a sail.

GrandDad, NanaB, Charlie Jo, and Peter on GrandDad's boat.

Skipper Charlie Jo takes her place at the helm, and Peter is appropriately concerned.

Once Peter put one of our two heirloom ancient life preservers on, he was ready to go.