That's not all we do. Far from it! We take walks around our area of the lake. We're lucky to have a woods right outside the door so there's lots of shade.
This overturned bear in a swamp is the closest thing we've seen to a bear at the lake!
We'll count bunnies along the way and I am continually trying to get better photos of the eagle. So far, this is the best I can do!
And we look for signs of autumn. Alas, we are seeing too many of them!
We don't leave the lake often, but going to town to the farmer's market is a must.
During the evenings when the light starts to change, we read, watch Midsomer Murders (since I couldn't get the internet to handle my computer, we watched on her little ipad screen!) and watch for the ducks on the lake.
We enjoyed many sunsets (but skip the sunrises).
We'll take a dip if weather permits.
And now and then, spot a butterfly!
I was chasing this one down the beach!
On occasion there's a bit of unwanted adventure.
Fortunately, no one was hurt and nothing damaged with this small electrical incident, as smoke came out of the electrical outlet. Three cheers to the volunteer fire department and police in Gaylord! (And the electricians who came later in the day!) Not that they weren't wonderful people, but I was glad to see the back of them!
Sometimes a friend will stop by for lunch or on their route home from other spots.
And while we mostly cook at home, we'll be sure to get out for dinner once or twice.
This time we went back to our favorite restaurant, Bennethums. They have the best happy hour in the north -- so they say and I believe it!
It's always good to toast the week!
It is so relaxing to sit in the garden under a beautiful green umbrella on a perfect early evening, make a dinner out of appetizers and enjoy the mellow!
But mostly we did art, even if it was too nippy and windy to work on the porch. Just move the table in!
And of course, we were under continual supervision.
I'll share more of the work in another post, but it was indeed a productive week -- and that's what it's all about!
(I know I'm jumping around a bit, but I'll continue with more from the Isabelle De Borchgrave exhibit soon. Some of you had questions about the art and I'm trying to suss out the answers for you!
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Beautiful photos of your time with Kate at "art camp." It's wonderful to see what you were doing when you weren't making art. And of course, Lizzie looks very happy, too.
I loved the nature shots, as well as your photos when the two of you were in town. So glad you shared these with us, too.
Sounds like a lovely week! Thank you for sharing it with us. :-)
Sounds like you've had a great time with your friend Kate, and got out and about a lot, too. The scenery is always so lovely, and that butterfly is gorgeous. Hope you have an enjoyable weekend, too! Hugs, Valerie
Yes, alas to arriving autumn...
Going to the markets again tomorrow :-)
Nicely said with the back of the helpers. I am so darn glad my hubby is too old now for working as firefighter!
Great pictures of you all having fun! We should toast every day! And I really dreamed I had a cat last night. Ahhh... and the sunflowers! Mine are gone already.
Beautiful.
Great to see such wonderful days and evenings! We've sometimes watched videos on an iPad too when the internet was flaky.
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Lovely time at the lake. Lucky you :-)
How fun to spend time with good friends doing something you love. Making memories. I've said it before but when I see a picture of you I cannot help but smile.....you're sweet spirit shines through.
I am a new follower and just love what you shared here. A wonderful idea, and some super photos. Thank you.
Jeanie, You girls look beautiful smiling and enjoying your friendship . I loved seeing the picture. Can't wait to see your art work. Blessings, xoxo, Susie
Great post, Jeanie. From the first word to the last it is filled with the love of life, good friends, food, wine, experiences shared. It is uplifting to say the least. And from what I see, I would agree, that does seem to be the best happy hour in the north.
Looks like you all had a very fun and relaxing time!!
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Fun times with good friends, food and wine. The eagle is a great sighting. The sunsets are lovely. I am glad there was no damage and thanks to all the volunteer firemen. Enjoy your day, wishing you a happy weekend!
I love your 'art camp'! It's wonderful tradition and a wonderful excuse to play with paints and brushes and just relax.
It's good to see smiling faces, including that of the cat.
I've got a lot of sunset pictures, almost none of sunrises. I'm not an early riser. I like to sleep, so I miss the beauty of the sunrise.
It sure looks like fun! Look at your smiling faces! And I'm still trying to figure out the bear...is it real? EEEE! Love the ducks on the lake and butterflies! Enjoy your day my friend!
Your certainly are having a great time at art camp, Jeanie. And the smiling faces of you and your friends shows that as well. I always have good intentions about sunrise photos even here at home, but sunsets are more easily captured, I agree.
Beautiful skies!
And a cute su-purr-visor.
It's also good to get away with friends. Your photos are lovely. You all look so happy.
I think your Art Camp holds serendipity at its best!
I really enjoyed this post, I've been out of it with reading and writing on blogs, and I don't think I know much about your lakehouse. But--it sure looks like you have a great time. Girlfriends are the best! When we were mostly just coming up to our lake on weekends, I never got to explore much. Now that I'm upon here all the time I really love to do road/shopping trips!
Love seeing photos of you, your face lights up and you have a beautiful smile!
Enjoys these last few weeks of summer! :)
Jane
Great. You had a happy day.
Lovely time and beautiful photos, You look happy and so pretty.
Have a wonderful weekend!
You always make time for friends. It all looks like a wonderful way to spend a few days. Yes, many more signs of fall - summer is definitely winding down. -Jenn
How wonderful life is at your cottqge by the lake. Art week shared with a friend sounds perfect to me. I am so glad there was no damage with your electrical problem, that could have been a disaster. Wishing you a wonderful Labor Day Weekend!
I take delight in seeing your summer days at the lake with girlfriends!
BEAUTIFUL flowers....Loving see pics of the lake and the fun that goes along with it. Eagles are such amazing birds. I have only seen them in a cage at the zoo but we have a couple not far from me over by the lake that nest in a tree high up. I have seen the size of that nest from the road but have not ventured off into that field (belonging to someone) to get a closer look.
My goal is to have lots of "art camp" in my life!
What fun, Jeanie. Will you stick me in your bag your next trip? I couldn't paint a stroke if I were paid millions, but I would sure enjoy the atmosphere and enjoy watching all you create. Have a safe and lovely Labor Day Weekend.
Sounds like you guys have been having a wonderful time. I wouldn't want to leave if it was me.
Glad the fire was nothing major and you had prompt help.
The sunflowers and the sunsets are just awesome :)
You certainly have a great time at the Lake Jeanie! Enjoy it :)
A week with a friend always brings smiles. You gals look happy and satisfied. The lake is a paradise of peace and beauty.
What a great collection of memories! So glad that the electrical incident turned out good. Some of my plants are showing signs of being done so like it or not fall is coming!
Did you notice that the butterfly you were chasing down the beach had its proboscis curled and ready for action? And what fun to have an eagle around. The ospreys are showing up here, now, but we don't have the eagles in my neighborhood. They're on the other side of the bay.
Are those people at the farmers' market wearing jackets? Oh, my. I guess fall does come sooner up there! But what beautiful flowers -- and that pretty kitty!
So much beauty.
Your art week sounds like a fantastic time. Again. I remember reading your post from last summer. Oh the beautiful days of summer, which being back in school seem so far off and long ago. Yes, too many signs of autumn here too, including shorter than in July days, but still you had some fabulous sunset photos and that is a very good eagle photo. But not as good as your smile. You look like you are having so much fun. Enjoy!
Love all these pretty scenes!!--especially the last one with the bright sunflower and the water in the background. Looks like some great times with friends!You swim there some right?---is the water cold or warm?
What a fun place to be creative. Loved all of your photos! Janice
Your flowers are beautiful and I love all your nature shots. Happy Sunday!
Oh I wish I was at art camp! I also loved your fashionable paper post. Amazing!
I've been absent too long Jeanie, I have missed reading your lovely, lovely posts. There is so much fun in this one, and beautiful photos, beautiful flowers, sunsets and of course Lizzie :-)
Looks and sounds a fabulous week full of friendship and enjoyment.
All the best Jan
PS Happy September wishes
I'll say it again, I want to go to your art camp. What pretty pictures!
It seems so relaxing and wonderful, love all the pictures. You must be so happy after the art camp.
This looks like such a fabulous time with friends! Art and nature and wine - three of my favorite things!
Oh, Jeanie, what a way to spend a vacation week!!!! I'm so glad for you (and a tad jealous, Smile)
I'm curious: Do you all have ticks there? They've become a big hazard out in the woods and fields here in Maine...
PS Oh, and that Cat Companion!!!
What a fun tradition for you and your friend. Sounds like it was a really, really lovely week! I'd definitely prefer to see sunsets over sunrises but I'm definitely in the 'sunrise years' thanks to my little one. ;)
Summer art camp would be so fun. The sunset pictures take my breathe away, so beautiful!!
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