Because of the construction in downtown Grand Rapids, you can see things from a different perspective than before. I’ve always been curious about the history behind this old church on the hill next to the Van Andel Institute. I took this standing in the middle of what would normally be a busy, busy road, but is currently completely torn up by construction.
September 11, 2007
Another View of Church
September 10, 2007
Artisan’s Market
Every Sunday from 11AM-3PM, through October, there’s an artisan’s market on Fulton Street in Grand Rapids. It’s where the Farmer’s market is during other days. I love the laid back atmosphere, community spirit and incredibly good prices. Here’s someone having henna art painted on his arm. In case you’re wondering, the kid in the background is fine, he’s just goofing around. I’ve got more photos of the artisan’s market that I’ll be showing later this week. Here’s a google link to help get you there.
September 9, 2007
Horsing Around
There’s just something about horse farms that amazes me. I love the fences and grass and magnificence of the horses. I see a lot of horse farms around here, this one always makes me stop and stare.
September 8, 2007
Another View
You know that path I told you about yesterday? Well this is what the parking lot dead ends into. I took this shot of the Thornapple River from the dock that the Forest Hills crew teams take off from.
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September 7, 2007
A walk in the woods, along the river
Wowie Zowie! You know it’s just sooo easy to find a great place to go for a walk or bike ride in west Michigan. There are trails all over the place. I took this walking along the river near where the Forest Hills crew teams practice. The path is hard to find though so use this google map link, and look for a small green boathouse sign on the right and Don LeBlanc Row (the entrance road) on the left and follow the drive all the way to the end of the parking lot. The path is on the left and winds through beautiful woods, with the Thornapple River alongside it. What a way to get exercise! FYI if you’re one of those folks who don’t want to get their car dusty… the drive is a gravel road.
September 6, 2007
Ada Under the Bridge by the Dam
I took this by the covered bridge in Ada, along the bank. This is just a very peaceful pretty place.
September 4, 2007
Grand River Boardwalk
I took this along the Grand River in downtown Grand Rapids. You can walk for a long time along the water here.
I hope you all had a most awesome holiday weekend, the weather in Michigan couldn’t have been more perfect!
September 3, 2007
This Little Piggy
Every time I’d drive by this farm I’d see these pigs playing in the mud. I had to stop and take a picture, this cute little piggy was keeping an eye on me.
September 2, 2007
Lowell Airport
Michigan is dotted with tons of little airports that are full of opportunity, adventure and fun. Here’s a shot of one for my favorite flyboy.
