Sunday, September 23, 2018

Muskegon Harbor Channel

We like to walk the two mile stretch of the Muskegon Harbor Channel on a regular basis and are always impressed by the ever changing character of this beautiful location.  Here are a few phots we snapped on September 21 and 22 of this year
Looking out toward Lake Michigan on September 21, 2018 a very windy and cloudy evening.

A view of the channel entrance from the Muskegon Lake side.

Waves crashing over the outer break wall.




.Waves and wind were very forceful out at the end of the south channel wall
Waves crashing on the outer break wall September 21, 2018

Another Day and Another View for the Channel 




This is the same channel on September 23, 2018 but as calm as can be. The reflections on the sailing vessel and the Aqua star as they leave the channel and Muskegon Harbor to venture out on Lake Michigan.

Saturday, September 1, 2018

Living in a rain forest

We have received over 12" of rain in the last week and everything is lush and green. The amount of fungi that are blooming is unbelievable. To top it off the temperature has been consistently warm to very warm. I have green bell pepper plants that are three feet high.
        We returned last week, from our trip to england's lake district, Scotland's highlands and Berlin's busy streets, to a house and garden areas that were perfectly cared for by our daughters and their families. Of course they had enjoyed the pleasures of the woods, beach and lake.
 It was grest to return home
     A storm over the highlands as we trekked the Tomintoul trail. What a fantastic place. the weather was delightful. The rains were light and refreshing followed always but sunshine and warmth.
Our return to Tomintoul. This village is a delightful little place with wonderful people and lots of things to do. The local history museum is a fascinating place. The restaurants and shops are surprising for such a small village.
A visit to the THE Glenlivet Distillery is a must. The tour is fantastic as well as informative and the restaurant is superb. I now have a greater appreciation of the spirit!