USA 2017

**Warning...there are soooooo many photos in this blog....soooo many!!! :)

It was that time of year again...one of my favorite times...time to see the fam!!!

But First....

The Hamptons, Niagara Falls & U2 Concert

Since we were going to MI for the 4^th, we thought perhaps we would add on a little road trip. The NY countryside is absolutely stunning...it was so much more green and spacious than I had imagined.  We had such a lovely trip...we did both the North and south Forks of Long Island.  We did wine country, The Hamptons and Montauk to the fullest! 

We also found out U2 was doing their 30th anniversary of the Joshua Tree tour.  And it was as amazing as it sounds...even more so.  It was something we couldn't miss...and I'm glad we didn't!!

Here is a Postcard Video of our NY trip....enjoy! :)

Photos from North Fork Wine Country

We tried all varieties of NY wines...but made sure to enjoy quite a few of the local rosés that were available...as they are plentiful and lovely on a warm summers day on Long Island.

All of the vineyards on the North Fork were stunning.

Boats all day every day.

Rosé all day!

One of the prettiest vineyards...spectacular view on a sunny afternoon.

And of course we fit in some craft brews too.

We always end up in a marine shop!! :)

Beautiful sunsets. Gorgeous summer evenings.

Fresh off the plane and right into the first stop of our holiday.  

Peaceful. Quite. Uncrowded. Perfection.

Cheese for dinner.  Yes please...take me back!!

He makes me so happy.  He always gives me something to smile about!

Photos from the Hamptons

Just a little bit happy! ;)

'merica!

My favorite view...

The smell of the fresh lavender fields was amazing.

Enjoying the fresh salty air...beautiful!

East Hamptons Main Beach

Photos from around Montauk 

On the ferry to Shelter Island.

Lobster Rolls...glorious!!!

Shelter Island Craft Brewery.

Sea Monster Cookie!!!!

Sunset Beach

Moonlight Mermaid

Nautical theme...on fleek!

Niagara Falls

This was Fint's first and my second visit to the falls.  And it was as awe inspiring as ever.  The rainbow made the view extra spectacular.  The air was cool, the breeze was refreshing and the sun was warm and shining.  It was a perfect day to visit the falls.  My last trip was amazing with the family, but it was super cold in April...so it was nice to also enjoy the view of the falls in the warm sunshine.

Happy happy pizza monster!!!!  

And this Canadian bacon pizza was soooo delish!

Fint sending his Dad's birthday postcard!

Catching the magic.

Taste the rainbow.

U2

It's impossible to describe how amazing U2 is in concert.  This was my first time to see them live and it was unreal.  

Excitement!

MICHIGAN 2017 Happy 4^th of July!

I need to start this off by saying…I really have the most amazing, fun loving, and awesome family in the world.  I am always amazed at this awesome group of people I am blessed enough to call family…my family.    Thank you so much fam for making our visit home…and our 4^th of July, the best holiday ever!!!  Thank you for all of your time and love given.  We truly love you all…and miss you terribly.  

Here is a video of the fun in the sun we enjoyed in N. Michigan!

Dewey's BBQ...perfect deck set up.

Happy 4th!!  Coffee on the bro's deck.

Sweetest girl ever!!

Like father like daughter. Nothing beats relaxing with pop on the front porch.

Just casually posing by dad's boat...

I love everyone so much!

Big trucks and nice boats.

Chevy, like a rock.

Built Ford tough.

Ready for a day on the water.

Happy 4th!!!

My girl!

The girls, Bella and Lil (filling up the boat) at their summer job.

Love these girls!!

Jay's awesome lake hopper!

xoxoxo

Soaking up that fresh MI sunshine.

Relaxing on Dewey's boat.

xoxox

Full boat...full hearts!

Mom...setting a good example!

First Mate Ronnie ;)

Capt. Jim

Soaking up God's countryside

He approves :)

My bros!

Best seat in the house

My sisters!!!

Capt. Jimbo

Fishtown Leland

My dad taking a photo of Fint and I....

More Sea Monster Cookies!!

Fint...finding a happy place.

Fint making fresh whipped cream for the cherry pie!

River Men.

REO Speedwagon concert....hilarious fun!

While in Detroit we decided to stop in at the Henry Ford House.  

Very beautiful gardens on the river.

Greektown Detroit

One more serving of ribs before our flight.

Henry Ford House

Torch Lake

Sunset view from Josh and Yaya's

Near Mom and pops...gorgeous.

This holiday home was yet another amazing time.  We really love MI and seeing the family...and it was so nice to get to show Fint the best state in it's best season.  Summer!  No where is as beautiful as MI in the summer sunshine.

We had an great visit to the Great Lakes State...great weather, great food, great amounts of the beautiful MI countryside and of course a great visit with some great people!!! :)

I am already missing everyone so much, and counting down the days until I get to see you all again.  Thank you for all of your time and all of your love.  You truly made our visit the best one ever!