Before I finish out the last few tidbits of my Wisconsin trip, let me wish a happy fifth anniversary to this couple! (May 22)
They are going to do a bigger celebration in a few weeks, but went out for coffee on the actual day. They were both pleased that they matched the backdrop of the coffee shop. Trust the two of them to notice an artistic detail like that!
If you’re like me, you can hardly believe it’s been five years already.
The last two days of my Wisconsin visit were wonderful, hanging out with my two sisters. Ruth and I loved Debbie’s “hi.” sign. So fun and quirky.
Debbie’s pancakes were her best batch ever–and that’s saying something.
Ruth nabbed a photo of Debbie’s teacup drawer. Trust Ruth to discover eclectic beauty wherever it may be found.
On Monday, the three of us did a little thrift store shopping, had lunch at Culver’s (a Wisconsin tradition), and then visited a Mennonite store. Our shopping trips never involve malls–we are all equally allergic to them.
Monday evening, we had a wild ride through the Wisconsin countryside, where everything was funny whether it was funny or not. Amidst the hullabaloo and hysteria, I managed to capture a few more photos.
The vivid color of this barn caught our eye.
It’s incredible to think of how much work was involved in getting these logs cut and stacked.
I really wanted to see some Amish scenes, and Ruth and Debbie knew right where to take me. I think the white things on the line are Martin houses.
When we passed this woman walking, I couldn’t help but contrast her daily choice of country roads with my daily choice of six lanes of traffic. We all take such different paths in life.
We loved seeing the foal out in the field, enjoying the spring breeze. I have always been fascinated by horses–both their strength and their beauty.
Ruth was especially excited when we stopped by this creek because she heard a wood thrush, something she said you don’t hear very often. Reportedly, the wood thrush is famous for having one of the most beautiful and complex songs in the bird world, and can even sing harmony with itself. Now there’s a neat trick.
Love the reflection of that lacy tree.
All too soon, the thrifting and laughing and country road driving came to an end.
It was on to the airport and then, for a few magical hours at least, experiencing life somewhere above the clouds.
What about you?
When was the last time you were on a plane? Where did you go? Do you enjoy flying?
Are you interested in identifying birds and their songs?
What are your plans for Memorial Day?
Do you have any memories of Sarah and Gage’s wedding day or the season surrounding it?
Happy Anniversary to Sarah and Gage! Five years!!
I just love your pictures of Wisconsin! What a blessing to have sisters and brothers. I am only child and while it didn’t bother me much as a child, it has settled a lot differently now that my parents are gone. I have a wonderful husband and children, but no one in the whole world shares my childhood.
Thank you for taking us along on your journey.
Happy 5th Anniversary to Sarah and Gage.
Love all your country photos.
Last time I was on a plane was a year ago March when I flew to NYC with my daughter in law and granddaughter. I love flying. I love to hear the engines getting louder in preparation for takeoff. I love wandering around airports during layovers.
I keep an Audubon bird book on my table to identify birds. Have not tried to identify their songs, but enjoy hearing the different sounds. Only bird I know the sound of is the cranes that fly over-such a different almost mournful sound.
Memorial day is quiet for us. We might go get some roses and take to my husbands family graves like we have the last two years.
I remember how sick Sarah was as the wedding approached, how beautiful she looked, and how much fun they both were having.
All you wrote was quite accurate…especially the very enjoyable sister time. It is never dull when we are together, a real blessing in life to have two best friends who are -“instant in season and out.”
(An applicable Bible verse.) Ruth