Hello, Michigan! Our first trip of 2026 is to Michigan to see our grandson Aidan graduate from high school. Aidan's life has come full circle. He was born in Michigan when John was assistant director of the Michigan Baptist state camp (Bambi Lake). In the years since Aidan was born, he has lived in Illinois, Colorado, Florida, and back to Michigan. While they lived in Michigan, we made several trips to Michigan but it has been years since we have been back. Michigan is a beautiful state. Interstate 94 passes through tall trees on both side of the road. It was enjoyable. There was a lot of road construction and it took longer than we remembered to get here. Arrived around 6:00 and then ate supper with them all and made plans for tomorrow. Aidan and Linda will both be in school. Katie is staying home so we can spend time with she and John. Aidan's graduation is at 7:00 tomorrow evening.
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| The grasses were very beautiful along the highway. |
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| After we left the interstate we drove on a two-laned highway to our motel in the town of Woodhaven. It was refreshing see the rural side of Michigan. |
After driving through the countryside, we made it to the Best Western Motel in Woodhaven and lots and lots of traffic. We are now relaxing in our room. It feels good to not be in the car zipping through traffic. Tomorrow is Aidan's big day. John and Linda have warned us that Aidan may not walk across the stage to get his diploma but I hope to get a quick picture of him in his cap and gown.
