Well, it is the last day of August and all over signs can be seen, of change in the air. It seems so early for some of these changes like the new colors of reds and yellows, and walnuts falling from the trees. The temp went down to 43 degrees last night, back up to a pleasant 70 degrees today.
I believe there still will be plenty of warm weather, but once the cool nights take the heat out of the lakes, it feels like the summer is past.
The first photo is a local dragon fly who lives here in my wetlands. For me, he symbolizes my summer spot on the waters edge. You would not believe how peaceful this natural setting is.
One of the things I always like to do in the summer is to take a trip in the Amphicar down the chain of lakes here in Pinckney. There are 7 lakes from Portage lake to Zukey Lake and is a fun way to spend the day. Last week we had a rare 86 degree day and so I did the trip with my friend Bill "Doc" McIntrye and of course Spanky. You can see the vivid dark greens on the trees are gone in the picture.
This cool old boat was found on the chain many years ago by my friend, John Gregor in very rough condition. It was a steel hull life boat from a large ship and it seems he told me it was from the 1920's. After a lot of time and effort, John sold the boat to a new owner who lives on the same chain. It is nice to see it in its new glory on the water.
The last two photos are further evidence of Spanky expanding his fan club base whenever possible! Actually these are further proof of the end of summer as these girls were celebrating a final hot day on the water before reporting to college this week.
I have been blessed to be able to spend lots of good times with my family and friends as the summer has raced by. Soon it will be time to hit the road again!
