Downtown Chicago 8/19, a set on Flickr.
Today we decided to head downtown to see the planes practicing for the Chicago Air and Water Show. We visited the Federal Reserve Money Museum, Daley Plaza, Mag Mile, Fountains, Millenium Park and enjoyed the Grant Park Symphony and Chorus performing Verdi's Requiem.
Michiana Shores with Hogans, a set on Flickr.
Wednesday we had a great time visiting friends in Michiana Shores. Who knew Indiana could be so beautiful?
This morning we headed north to enjoy the Gardens. We had a beautiful walk and found some areas we hadn't explored before. We had planned to hit the pool in the afternoon, but rain spoiled our plans... maybe tomorrow.
The kids had a great time this week at soccer camp, despite the heat. They learned alot from some great coaches.
We had a great time on vacation, with lots of time in the lake
Saturday we had a great time at the Oak Brook Summerpalooza. They had pony rides, face painting, carnival games and both kids reach ed the top of the rock climbing wall.
We had a great vacation with lots of fun new experiences.
We had some projects we were working on around the house, but the sky was so beautiful we had to start the day with an adventure. we packed up and headed south to Teason woods in the Forest Preserves of Cook County. We had a nice hike where the big moment was climbing the steps of the old Tobaggon runs. Apparently, they have removed the slides and put in nice steps so people come to climb the steps for a works out. We made it to the top and I can understand why people use this as a way to get your heart rate up!
Friday night we took the kids to see Star Wars: Clone Wars with a couple of their friends. The kids loved it. Zach is sure that he's a jedi knight now. He and the other 2 boys were dualing with lightsabers all night.
Sunday we walked around the Oakbrook Polo field as they were getting ready for the days match. The kids enjoyed seeing the horses.
Saturday morning we packed up and said goodbye to Great-Grandma and the cottage. On the way home we stopped at the Ludington State Park and Lighthouse, Reenders Blueberry Farm, and the South Haven Lighthouse.
Friday we checked out the Crystal Lake Playground and Beach. Meg took the pictures of Zach. That afternoon we did some Mini-Golf. Meg did pretty well with it, but Zach quickly lost interest. Again we had a nice sunset on Platte Lake.
After breakfast we went back to the waterpark, hardly anyone was there which was nice.
Wednesday morning Chris and the kids joined Grandma Judy and Aunt Julie on their trip to Pointe Betsie.
Tuesday we got up bright and early and headed to the Sleeping Bear Sand Dunes. We did the Dune Climb and Scenic Drive. Then we picked up sandwiches and did lunch at the Esch Road Beach.
Monday was a relaxing day. We spent most of the day at the cottage. For dessert we took Great-Grandma to get ice cream at Riverside. That night we watched the sunset on the beach by the Pointe Betsie Lighthouse. Meg and Zach each made artwork on the beach, the difference in the 2 pieces is pretty comical.
After saying goodbye to the Spanglers we went to Mass, found a geocache, and then spent time at Elberta Beach. Sunday night we made s'mores over the campfire and watched the sunset with Grandma Judy and Aunt Julie.
When we arrived at the cottage we were greeted by Great Grandma, Grandma Judy, Aunt Julie and the Spangler Crew. The kids enjoyed playing in downtown Frankfort, then we did dinner with Uncle Todd, Aunt Debbie and Cousin Tanner. After dinner Uncle Todd took everyone tubing. The kids loved it!
