Before we were ready to dive into a new school year, we decided we really needed a vacation! It had been awhile since our family had been away and we wanted to spend a week relaxing together. There's a place that's special to our family up in Michigan called Little Island Lake, so that's where we headed.
It's such a great spot - peace, quiet and still plenty to keep the kids occupied. Even the big kids...
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| He's so big! |
It's become an annual tradition to have a family getaway before our new homeschool year officially starts - we like to take advantage of being able to travel while everyone else is in school! We basically had the lake to ourselves.
The weather was beautiful - warm enough during the days to hang out outdoors and cool enough in the evenings to warrant enjoying the fire pit.
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| S'mores! |
We also ventured out to some nearby places of interest - such as Lumberman's Monument.
Of course the homeschooling mom in me couldn't resist an educational opportunity!
The more adventurous members of the family ventured down the 272 stairs to the Au Sable River to see the Loggers floating kitchen. The baby and I were pretty happy to just stay where we were and enjoy the view.
We also took some time to visit Tawas Point State Park.
There's a lighthouse to tour (obviously), a playground, and beach access to Lake Huron.
Getting away from our everyday routine and being immersed in such tranquil surroundings for the week was just what our family needed.
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