Door County
Pictures from top down - outdoor theatre, Kim at the wheel of "Hope", a typical bay area in Door County and Kim at a scenic outlook.
I talked to my mom on the phone and told her we were in Door County. She said their friends, Jack and Annette always wanted them to come here but they never made the trip. It really is a beautiful area. Some say it is like New England. The harbor areas sure remind us of the New England area. Yesterday we went to the Door County Maritime Museum. It was very interesting. Kim and I like museums. There are just lots of interesting facts. There was a motor there that weighed 800 pounds, put out 25 to 35 horsepower and once oil was pumped through the engine to lubricate it, the oil flowed to a bilge pump where it was pumped out into the lake. The oil only made one pass through the engine and then was expelled. It probably wouldn’t meet the 2008 emission codes. Another engine was discarded and used for a boat anchor. Years later when they pulled it from the water to restore it they found that it was still coated with so much oil and grease that it was easy to restore. They also had a fishing boat called “Hope”. It was made during the depression for $3,500.00 and was built to give men work, hence it gave some hope during a rather hopeless time. The 40’ boat was recessed into the floor of the museum so we could step right on the deck. It was interesting to be able to get right into the boat.
We ate at a restaurant overlooking Lake Michigan and then went back to the MH and talked with Hannah on the phone and then took a nap. A person once said that the best thing about “fulltiming” is that you can take a nap anytime you want. I concur with that. Hannah was on her way to Chicago and should still be traveling on her way to Uganda. We are praying for her and that this experience will be another step in being more like Jesus.
After our nap we went to the American Folklore Theatre (see picture). It is in the Peninsula State Park, literally in the middle of a forest. It is outside and really a neat experience. The play was called “A Cabin With a View”. It was a very good evening. We sat by a lady named Emily and had very nice visits before and after the play.
What do we miss now that we’re on the road? I miss the kids, my disciple guys Joe Goeglein and Doug Moore and Harrison, my little brother in the Big Brothers Big Sisters program. I sent Harrison a postcard and will continue to do so throughout the trip. We talk to our parents and the kids on the phone and that helps. Kim misses family and friends.
What do we like? We really like our MH (motor home). People from home have asked if we feel crowded (it’s 400 square feet) – no we don’t. It has everything we need and is very conducive to our needs. The Mazda Miata is working very well. It is small, fun to drive and gets over 30 MPG just driving around. We really like the convertible. We didn’t bring a motorcycle along. We considered it but decided against it. Kim is doing laundry now. The MH has a machine that washes and then dries the clothes – all in one machine! Yes, it’s slow but then we don’t have much laundry. I like the fact that we don’t have to go to the laundromat. Kim likes less stress and no responsibilities. I think I’ve mentioned this earlier, but the absence of stress is really amazing. I can feel my muscles relaxing and everything is just – different. We will be here at least for tonight and maybe one more night – we haven’t decided. Hope all goes well at your wedding Stephanie and Mike. Best Wishes!
We ate at a restaurant overlooking Lake Michigan and then went back to the MH and talked with Hannah on the phone and then took a nap. A person once said that the best thing about “fulltiming” is that you can take a nap anytime you want. I concur with that. Hannah was on her way to Chicago and should still be traveling on her way to Uganda. We are praying for her and that this experience will be another step in being more like Jesus.
After our nap we went to the American Folklore Theatre (see picture). It is in the Peninsula State Park, literally in the middle of a forest. It is outside and really a neat experience. The play was called “A Cabin With a View”. It was a very good evening. We sat by a lady named Emily and had very nice visits before and after the play.
What do we miss now that we’re on the road? I miss the kids, my disciple guys Joe Goeglein and Doug Moore and Harrison, my little brother in the Big Brothers Big Sisters program. I sent Harrison a postcard and will continue to do so throughout the trip. We talk to our parents and the kids on the phone and that helps. Kim misses family and friends.
What do we like? We really like our MH (motor home). People from home have asked if we feel crowded (it’s 400 square feet) – no we don’t. It has everything we need and is very conducive to our needs. The Mazda Miata is working very well. It is small, fun to drive and gets over 30 MPG just driving around. We really like the convertible. We didn’t bring a motorcycle along. We considered it but decided against it. Kim is doing laundry now. The MH has a machine that washes and then dries the clothes – all in one machine! Yes, it’s slow but then we don’t have much laundry. I like the fact that we don’t have to go to the laundromat. Kim likes less stress and no responsibilities. I think I’ve mentioned this earlier, but the absence of stress is really amazing. I can feel my muscles relaxing and everything is just – different. We will be here at least for tonight and maybe one more night – we haven’t decided. Hope all goes well at your wedding Stephanie and Mike. Best Wishes!
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