Wow.

Our first overnight in the U.P. of Michigan was in a tiny place called Silver City.

Near the entrance to the Porcupine Mountains.

On "the lake"

Which we enjoyed.

Immensely.

Walking barefoot in the sand.

Posing.

Pointing.

Feeling the smooth rocks on our feet.

Hats.

She loves this hat.

And her buddy.

Dad and I took turns with the camera.

Zoe started to draw a little.

One of her favorite activities.

Taking turns with the camera, I said.

And the sun was going down.

Did I mention we saw...

...a mermaid?

Or that is what this speck in the distance became.

We watched and watched.

And watched some more.

She didn't come any closer.

Not one bit.

But that's okay, there was plenty to explore on the beach.