Hats

Women in hats seem to elevate an ordinary event to something elegant and special.

Step back in time

This is the only hand cranked chain ferry left in the United States. It crosses the Kalamazoo River at Wick's Park and when you get to the other side of the river it is a modest walk to the beach or you can try climbing the steps of Mount Baldy for some spectacular views of Saugatuck and Lake Michigan.

Oil Spill :(

Well, there has been a large oil spill on a creek that flows into the Kalamazoo River which flows past Saugatuck and empties into Lake Michigan. The current estimates are that 1 million gallons of oil leaked from a broken pipe and is about 80 miles from Lake Michigan. Hopefully, Enbridge (the Calgary based energy company) who owns and maintains this pipeline will be able to contain this spill before if gets to Lake Michigan.

Livin' large

The name of their boat says it all, don't you think? Some people know how to have a good time - they pulled up to Wick's Park to enjoy the live music and their dinner. You can see the chain ferry crossing the river in the background. Have I mentioned what a great summer we are having here in Michigan?

Local flora and fauna

This picture was taken at the West Shore Golf Club in Douglas. Most evenings you can find several deer (as well as turkeys, fox, raccoons, etc) enjoying a stroll on the links.

Music in Wick's Park

It was another great evening in Wick's park. There were a lot of people who came to hear the music this week. I'm not sure if it is the rotten economy bringing so many people to town for a free evening of music or the great setting and gorgeous weather.

Curb appeal

Love how the picket gate, brick pavers and boxwood hedge draw you into the front door of this home.