Well, the weather was pretty yucky which was odd for Northern Michigan over Labor Day but I was really excited to have my friends up to the lake and to be honest, relieved to not be putting on a big party or dinner. It was one of my more relaxing weekends up there. Sure, I could have cleaned out closets and drawers but there's years to do that stuff......I wanted to sit down on the dock and enjoy one last Summer weekend sitting on a chair with a cold beer but the weather was unseasonably cold and sadly, rain came in. But, we still managed to see the sun shining against the lake Sunday morning, played several games of 31, ate brownie S'mores, and enjoyed watching Aydan, McKenna and Elle at my parents favorite place.
It still sucks. I think it always will. I would try not to think about it and enjoy the people I had up there but there were moments where I would just think how much fun they would be having if they were alive with our friends and kids up here.......it still makes me so sad...they should be here....what if I never fully enjoy this place again? This place wasn't "left behind" to us, it's so different, our family was ripped apart and we are left with it. But, they loved this place. It brought them such relaxation and joy. I wish I knew what they would want. I think they would be happy we are going up there and enjoying their place and sharing it with our loved ones and making new fun memories with friends.........
I got to see Grandpa. He looked great. He stopped by for a drink with Eve and some of her family that was up visiting. I know it's hard for them too and I so appreciate them coming over to see miss Elle. I love my Grandpa. Him and my Mom were so close and I know for a fact it would mean the world to her if we maintained our relationship. We have and we will.......he's the closest thing I have left to her and my Father adored him as well......such a unique relationship.......I know he misses them as much as I do. He knows just as much about the lake house as my parents did. He was called throughout the day over the years to come over and help my Dad "fix things". He chuckles about this now.
I do love northern Michigan. I wish I would have told my parents how much I appreciated it up there. Wish I would have brought my friends up there even more but I know the times that I did- they were on cloud 9. I love our home up there. It's cozy and the view of our little lake is peaceful and I love the that we are surrounded by huge tall trees that hug the stars on a clear night. It's a great spot for friends and family to enjoy.
I am once again thankful for the friendships we have and the good times we experience......thinking of you always,
Love,
Melissa
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