BLUE WATER MICHIGAN

One thing you sure notice in Michigan is how blue the water is. I am not dishing Texas, I love the place, but when it comes to water quality, there is a huge difference. The Starship is parked at the water's edge in a super beautiful peaceful setting.

I want to share some pictures of the cool birds that live on this lake with you. We just put up a purple martin house and it is being looked over very carefully by two martin families. Hopefully they will live here just outside the Starship's window.

For the most part all is well here. The huge concern of course is the economic future of this whole area. The massive auto dealerships closing announcement this week seems to be another nail in the coffin lid of the auto industry. Grim news for Michigan indeed!

BACK IN MICHIGAN

Well, back in Michigan 7,688 miles and 156 days later! I have to tell you it does feel kind of strange and i suspect it is that things are never the same when you go back thing. It was fantantic to see my sons John and Mark after so long, as well as seeing the friends I have run into so far!

It is full blown spring time here which is a great time of year in Michigan. I did get to spend a day hunting Morel mushrooms with my brother Steve, friend Gayla, and Spanky. We got lots and they are sooo good to eat! It is a banner year for them with all the rain and early warm temps.

I have the Starship set up at the lake lot and it is very nice to be on the water again. It is a peaceful quiet spot and with the power tap here I have all systems up and running. Fishing is good and Spanky loves fish. He jumped in after this one so I thought he deserved it and off he went with it! Enjoy your summer and stop by Gale lake and say HELLO!