On the 4th of July, we got up at the crack of dawn (5:30!) to head further north for a day trip to Mackinac Island. We couldn't have asked for a more perfect day.
By the time we got up, ready, and out the door and a made a stop in Gaylord for breakfast, we arrived in Mackinaw City around 9:30. Our timing was perfect. We got on the ferry right before it left the dock. No waiting at all.
Obviously, we chose to ride on the top, which was a little chilly...
but we had a GREAT view as it took us under the bridge!
When we first arrived on the island, Hannah was in total awe of all of the horses. Every time we saw one (which was very often), she yelled "neigh neigh!"
We hopped on a carriage ride right away, which gave us a very thorough tour of the island.
The timing again was great. Jack took a nice snooze as we trotted through the streets.
We made a stop at the butterfly house. Every year we go to Frederik Meijer Gardens to see the butterflies, but I have to say that I think this place has them beat. There were butterflies EVERYWHERE! Many of them even landed on us. In fact, one hitchiked on Mary's arm the whole time we were there.
We also made the obligatory stop at Arch Rock.
After our ride, we had lunch at Millie's on Main.
We then did some window shopping down Main St. and walked along the shore, which put Jack out once again.
We went from one end of the island to the other and hung out on the lawn at Mission Point Resort for awhile.
Having fun?
Chasing seagulls.
Family pic at the marina.
Waiting for dinner on the patio at the Pink Pony.
We got back to the ferry dock for our ride back to Mackinaw City around 8:00.
Me and my girl.
On the way back, we opted to ride inside.
We were so proud of the kids for doing so well for 11 very full hours.
Two very tired kiddos on the way home. They were out within 10 minutes of getting in the car.
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