Blogs from Detroit, Michigan, United States, North America - page 3

Day Two of Spring Training. For those of you still following, here is day two of the Fantasy Camp blog. It started with an early morning run to Dutch Girl Donuts which is a place Michael told me about years ago and I try and visit it every time I am in the city. It is one of the many places young Detroiters are trying to keep going, and this place cranks out, right in front of you, the best cinnamon rolls ever to grace your mouth. I picked up some to bring back to Michael and David and if you are ever in the 8 Mile and Woodward neighborhood, stop in--here is a link to reviews of the place (http://www.tripadvisor.com/Restaurant_Review-g42139-d937581-Reviews-Dutch_Girl_Donut_Co-Detroit_Michigan.html). After chowing down on that and a cup of coffee it was across snowy Motown ... read more

I forgot to post this entry. Pastor Corey works on homework while I walk the airport and ride the tram with Laura Carpenter. We board a two-level air bus with 366 people headed for Nagoya, Japan. There are three sections of seats seating ten people along the width of the plane. I am in the middle section with my son, Corey, and two other team members- the two Barbies (Barbie Washington and Barbara Bourn). We are smashed in like sardines. Luckily, we all have our own televisions, and we can watch movies, play games, or listen to music. Ear buds are given to each person. A steady supply of snacks, drinks, and even meals are provided. I chose beef with rice, salad, shrimp cocktail, and a brownie. While it sounds delightful, it is microwaved airline food, ... read more

West Coast or bust! Many months have led up to today and now that it is upon us, it has been somewhat overwhelming. The day seemed to pass by so quickly, I don't know if I was able to take a few minutes to truly say "adios" (I am horrible with "good-bye's, maybe because the word makes it feel so final and absolute. Therefore, I prefer "adios" or "see you later". A play on words? Perhaps, but most definitely more manageable). Our move to the K-W area has been a fantastic experience for the whole family. We met so many amazing people and built many lasting friendships. Making our departure that much more difficult for all of us. Thankfully, email and skype will allow us to easily stay in touch. So, don't forget about us!!!!! There ... read more

Today I have been busy with Mom, running errands and doing chores around the house. There is really not much to say that is of interest from a travel perspective. Also, I have not taken any pictures for the last two or three days, so there are no photos to show either. I promise that that will change soon!... read more

Today has been spent with my mother, running errands and doing chores around the house. The only "tourist sight" that I saw is Wilson's Café. It is of interest because, according to my mother the historian, there has been a saloon in that building (or on that site) since the 1890s. Currently it is an inexpensive blue-collar bar and perhaps that is what it has always been. Mom got to talk briefly with the owner who agreed to be interviewed at a later date regarding what he knows about the history of the place. This evening my brothers and their wives will be converging on the family homestead and we will all go out for a nice dinner.... read more