Being There

As I wait to begin my new job as a freelancer at WJBK, I plan on taking this opportunity to focus on me. I began by taking the time this weekend to go with my brother and his wife up to Traverse City to celebrate their anniversary. It's an annual trip they've done since they got married and all their friends join and just have a blast.

I got their Saturday and immediately the fun began. We did a tour of the wineries in the area, including Jolly Pumpkin's brewery. Dinner and a bonfire followed with beer pong.

The next morning we headed out early and hit the bay for some fishing. It was just Megan, Jay and me so it was a great time to just hang with the family. We stayed out there for hours and caught a total of 6 fish. It was also so beautiful watching the sunrise over the bay.

The day continued with a game of Foot Golf, yes you heard me right. Golf using soccer balls on a large golf course. It was such a trip! So much fun and a great way to exercise.

Afterwards we hit up a bar for some food where I got excited because they had Michigan Lottery Pull Tabs. I haven't played those thing in forever so I had to buy a few. I bought a total of 5 for just $6, and ended up winning $100 on just 1 of them! Yeah, pretty epic.

Later that night we all went out once more to fish, this time we went about an hour away to Frankfort. We didn't catch any fish that time, but wow was it a gorgeous location. It reminded me of a small Maine town. The tiny bay we were in was surrounded by a mountainous region, old buildings, and it was also a Coast Guard location. The entire location and outing was so pretty and a blast.

It was just so nice to be able to finally go out on this trip after missing out for all these years. An amazing  chance to hang with my family that I am so glad I got to enjoy.

I plan on making these types of activities with my family and friends a normal thing. I have to make sure I care for myself and make myself a priority. So for these next couple weeks, it's all about getting my life in order, and getting out more with the people I love.