Road trips to Michigan are the best.

Over memorial Day we took advantage 

of the 3 day weekend and drove to Michigan

to see the Bowers crew and celebrate Kara's graduation. 

I really did hit the jackpot when it comes to 

both Anthony and his family. 

A short hour after arriving, 
I couldn't shake the feeling 

of wanting to drop everything 
and move back to the Midwest. 

With views like this, can you blame me? 

Like all other weekend recaps, 

here are a bunch of pics from our trip! 

Mornings are the best. 

Any time I went outside without the pup, 

he patiently waited by the door 

hoping to join the in the fun. 

Everyone thinks their nieces and nephews 

are the cutest kids ever....

but between my brother, Joel and Jamey? 

We win. 

Norah has recently picked up the phrase

"Hello Guv-nah!"

from a favorite cartoon.  

Hearing a two year old say this in a perfect British accent 

is hands down one of the funniest things I've ever heard. 

Two more reasons why my hubs is the best. 

Oh Upland, I sure did miss you. 

I think the lake it Jax's happy place too. 

Exhibit A: 

Being outside without a leash.

Exhibit B:

Opportunities around every corner.

And speaking of dogs...

Finally, a hot dog on the hot dog blog! 

(ps, this might be my favorite lunch ever)

And on the subject of favorites, 

these are three of mine. 

:-) 

3 days and two hair washes after being home, 

my hair still smelled of campfires and lake. 

Couldn't be more blessed. 

Oh Michigan, 

I miss you already.

Why pitbulls are great...especially mine.

Some crazy things have been happening 

in our apt building lately.

(Mom, we're okay! Promise!)

Having the pup has made it so much better. 

Why? 

He's either dreaming of biting bad guys...

hahahaha...I mean really? 

OR...

He's snuggling when I'm sick on the couch. 

OR...

he's begging to go on a run. 

What a blessing it is to have him around.