Lake Michigan 2012

It seems that even though this is only the second time we have vacationed at Lake Michigan, the convenience of proximity and a beach makes it an ideal spot for most of the family, and it may end up being the annual location. This year, although the house in New Buffalo was smaller, we had our own pool and jacuzzi. The latter I was thrilled about, but even I was not insane enough to enter warm waters on 100+ days! We were all there, except Nate and Natalie. Ruth's friend from His Ranch, Keri, also came along!

 Spent Sunday afternoon on the lake with the Rauhe's after Alto church

Story time with Grandpa

 Blueberry Picking

 I guess I should be grateful the blueberries were in the bucket!

 Waiting for fireworks

 I was shocked that my 13mo old actually sat patiently the whole time until fireworks started!
I think I need a small chair for the airplane!

 My pseudo-Japanese husband :)

 

 

 4th of July at the Langhofers

 What my son talked about for the past year... riding a horse at Dr. Marty's!

 Meal time was in 2 shifts... kids and then adults. Master Chef was Craig :)

 My son wouldn't go in the water without his "goggles"

 And for some reason, in the past year, he has gotten fearful of the water...
so the police car was his constant companion as well.

 Keri graciously reading multiple Bible stories

 Dad Virkler rented a couple of paddle boards and a jet ski for the afternoon. All were enjoyed!

 

 The result of working on a 33pg PRP research paper

 Mini-Golfing one hot evening. Thankfully, it was followed by ice cream!

 The things he does when his Daddy isn't looking!

 Hesston Steam Museum