When we were planning our trip to the Bay of Fundy we looked into the idea of Kayaking around the area. Doug found these great inflatable kayaks and we took them on our trip. We used them when we were visiting Guy and Chrissy Simerson in Georgetown, ME. These photos were taken at a lake near Guy and Chrissy’s home. Here are some photos:
It appears Doug took a wrong turn on the road. . . . .
we will be back as soon as he finds the right road! Still having fun . . .
We arrived in New Brunswick on Saturday and camped at a Provincial campground for the night. On to St. Martins to a quaint campground on Sunday. We got our feet wet in the ocean at the caves. Wow!
Wow! We are having a great time! We have been visiting Guy and Chrissy Simerson up in Georgetown, Maine. Did a bit of local site seeing and ate a great Lobster dinner cooked by Chef Guy! Looking forward to traveling north tomorrow. Here are a couple of photos:
We looked at a fort on the shoreline. Fort Popham
We’ll keep you posted as we go.
July 26, 2008 marked the date of this year’s Simerson family reunion. Located at Doug and Deb Simerson’s home on Elk Lake.
Great food. We had plenty to eat!
Great conversation
Silent Auction - The grand prize went to Bill and Robin who purchased a lovely, quaint little lamp!
The group enjoyed swimming,
yard darts,
resting,
music,
boating,
sand castle building,
water balloon fight,
and a wild towel fight!
Group Photos
We missed those who couldn’t make it this year. Hope you all can come again next year.
We will meet again on the last Saturday in July at Uncle Doug and Aunt Deb’s place on Elk Lake.
Thanks to everyone who celebrated Paul’s Graduation. The commencement was very touching. Usual graduations have the name of the graduate called and they hand out the diploma and off the stage they go smiling. This graduation ceremony each youth was highlighted. They talked about the struggle to keep in school and the work they each did in getting the job done. The ceremony lasted almost 3 hours. 38 young people gave individual speeches! The staff gave speeches for the other graduates who chose not to give one. It was long but no one wanted to leave. Each was special and very worth while listening to. Paul gave his own speech. Talked about how the school had made a difference and needed to be commended for their great efforts to the young people who attend. We are very proud of Paul and the great efforts he has made this year. He received a special gift from the Career Tech Center of graphic arts software needed to do the work Paul has been trained to do. He was very happy to get this. Paul has been doing public speaking for Michigan Youth Opportunities Incentive this year. This organization has been very helpful to Paul in supporting his artistic abilities and getting him started in his graphic arts career. Great job, Paul!
Paul also had a nice open house. Several friends and family came to celebrate. Thanks to all for the cards and the gifts sent.
2008 Graduating Class of Traverse City High School
What a beautiful day! The 2007 Simerson reunion was held at Doug & Deb Simerson’s home on Elk Lake Michigan. The meal included chicken and brats cooked on an outside fire pit and a potluck to feed a village! The kids enjoyed the water. They kayaked and tubed behind the pontoon boat or water skied. A swift game of soccer was played by the older kids on the lawn. Most of us seasoned folks just enjoyed sitting by the lake and catching up on old times!
Here are some photos taken during the day:
Grandpa Doug had to initiate baby Levi to the wonderful world of Hockey as the Red Wings defeated Calgary in Game 5. Levi and Grandpa watched the game at
Auntie Pastas in Traverse City… YUM!!!
Just two years ago we had a major ice movement on our shoreline. The ice rolled our shoreline up like a bulldozer had worked across our yard and our neighbor’s as well. We got busy and began the great process of renovating our shoreline. The finished project was beautiful and our grandchildren have been enjoying our new little beach area. We have many flowers and plants poked in among the rocks.
Keith and Martha’s new addition… isn’t he cute? Check out those dimples!
Levi was born on Sunday, March 25, 2007 weighing a whopping 7 pounds and stretching to 18 1/2 inches. He was quiet and cuddly when we arrived later that morning to visit. I understand he has a terrific set of lungs. Seems he likes to be held! Imagine that!
Levi wanted his shirt changed so his daddy and grandpa fixed it.
Heather and Tiffany get to hold Levi.
Grandpa and his newest Grandson!
Grandma Deb and Levi
You’ll have to check Keith & Martha’s web site for their photos.
