Trip to Michigan

We headed up to Fennville/Saugatuck, Michigan for a family reunion for my mom's side of the family last weekend. We rented the cutest cottages that were brand new this summer and they were so creatively decorated. (check out their website: www.dollybrookresort.com)

We found the best beach (Pier Cove) right by the cottages that had a stream the kids could play in! Milo has become so much more independent at the beach and loves to explore!

Lila is always the most adventurous one!

Before the reunion we went blueberry picking at a small organic farm. The blueberries were perfect for picking and so mush easier than strawberries where you have to crouch down.

The reunion was great and it was so nice to catch up with family we have not seen in a long time. My aunt and uncle hosted at their cottage on a small lake and the setting was beautiful and the kids had a great time!

My mom with all of her siblings in birth order, it was so great that all of them made it out!

My mom had the idea to make these goldfish cupcakes and Kim and I helped the night before. Who knew that this "little" project would be so labor intensive, but fun!

A boat ride on the lake

The highlight of the trip for me was Milo swimming in the lake. He had on a life vest and used a noodle and kicked and floated for over an hour!

He was pretty proud of himself!

On Sunday we went to another beach with the Leeuw and Little families and Milo had fun playing with his friends. Here he is pulling Owen on a sled, which is apparently a great beach toy...who knew?!

This hole in the sand entertained Milo and Owen for a LONG time!

We had a great long weekend and mini-vacation!