Sunday, July 19, 2009

Karly's Visit

Derek's youngest and only sister Karly came to visit. She was here the last two weeks. Even though she came to visit us I feel like we were on vacation while she was here, because we were so busy showing her around Michigan. I especially loved having a buddy to go do stuff with while Derek was at school during the day. Where do I start?

Well, first off we went to Mackinaw Island. Since we moved here we've heard lot's of talk about this place. I was way excited to see what it was all about, and I LOVED it! I can't believe we live so close to something so beautiful! If you've never heard about this island I'll give you a few facts. It's where the classic "Somewhere in Time" was filmed. It has the Grand Hotel (longest porch in the world). No cars are allowed on this island. Only bikes or carriages. It's known for it's delicious fudge, and have to take a ferry to get there.


This is the bridge that takes you to the UP(upper peninsula. We didn't go up that far, but hopefully next year.

On the ferry going to Makinaw Island from Makinaw City.



The fudge was so yummy, but I think we were all fudged out by the end. We sampled at least a pound each.

My favorite part was riding bikes around the whole island. We cruised while Brooklynn...

snoozed!

Karly took this pretty picture of the lake.













The hotel we stayed at had a indoor water park, it was fun to watch Brookie go through it.


Art Fair:
We took Karly to the annual Art fair. It's a huge Art fair, and thousands of people travel to it. Which makes campus super crowded. It's fun atmosphere, and there's all sorts of neat stuff to look at. My personal favorite was the photography.

Brooklynn running around the art fair...what she does best! Busy little girl that she is!




Cedar Point:
If you like roller coasters, then this place is a must! We had to take Karly here. We were there all day and still didn't get to ride all the rides, there are tons.








All the neighborhood kids fell in love with Karly while she was here. They would knock on our door most days asking for Karly. She is so good with kids! She even put together a neighborhood water balloon fight boys vs. girls.

Thanks Karly for coming to visit us, and for all the fun times!!!

7 comments:

The Longs said...

Let me 1st say...it was sooo good talking to you today! Thanks for the call. And, it looks like ya'll had tons of fun, dang, I really do need to come visit if that's the kind of hospitality shown. Brooklynn is so cute, I love her outfit w/ the leggings, so stylish. Oh and I've seen that movie!

PDCScarbroughpage said...

This looks like a blast! I love the picture of Karly and Brooklynn together- so cute! What a great visit from a great sis-in-law!

Heather said...

Oh it looks like you guys had so much fun!! We cant wait to see you

Sandra & Brent said...

I'd LOVE to see Mackinaw Island. Places like that just set my imagination free. "Somewhere In Time" is one of my all time favorite movies . . . it's also a great favorite of your mom's, Janel. I'm glad that you had such a great time with Karly. We're so looking forward to seeing you guys when you come out. Love ya, Sandra

The Opdahl's said...

We should have stayed in your hotel when we went to Mackinaw Island! Looks like fun!

Michele said...

I'm so jealous that you live in Michigan! I absolutely love Cedar Point. It has the best rollercoasters ever! We used to go there every summer. And Mackinaw island is absolutely beautiful! I'm sad you live there and I don't. I just live through you I guess. Hope your having fun. ~Michele

Owen and Julianna said...

hey! i keep meaning to ask you-can you ask derek if he knows a family in his ward by the name of "Hombs"? I SWEAR his parents are in their ward! Jill and Todd Hombs are Owen's Aunt and Uncle. Iv e visited their ward a few sundays and have seen a lady that looks like his mom and i think ive seen karly. anyway-just wondering! you look so happy! hope to see you next time your in town!