On the way to Brimley, we left the RV in a Meijer parking lot and drove the Jeep up to the Locks. There is an observation deck right at the Locks. We watched a Viking Cruise ship, the Bergen, slowly pass through with about a two foot margin on either side. A Canadian freighter, the Maumee, about two football fields in length also passed through. We enjoyed a great (albeit expensive) lunch at the Wicked Sister Café.... read more

We had doubts about staying at a county fairground, but the nearby bike trail and river were delightful! A local ranger stopped us on our six mile off-road vehicle trail ride to remind us that we needed to purchase a trail ride sticker for Michigan. The Thunder Bay Marine Heritage Center Museum highlighted shipwrecks in Thunder Bay. We joined Lois’ friend and husband at their church, Living Hope, on Sunday then traveled down Rt. 23 to their home right on Lake Huron. Along the way, we enjoyed a giant grilled cinnamon roll from Connie’s Café (yumm!!). Mike & Deb have a slice of heaven with a beach in their back yard and 10 acres of forest across the road.... read more

We left our Ohio home base and headed to Toledo and a visit with Mike's nephew and wife in their new home, a charming older house with an inviting front porch. Then we headed to Monroe, MI for a stay at The Flower Market, a Harvest Host that specializes in Bonsai trees. We parked behind the store on a gravel road near the chicken coop. The hosts were very welcoming, and the shop also has plants, flowers, and other gifts.... read more