Monthly Archives: August 2013

Mabel’s First Visit

Posted on August 29, 2013 by Dave

Mabel (plus Liz and Liz’s parents) spent her first week at Half Moon Trail.  Unfortunately, Ryan was too busy at work to sneak away.  I think Mabel was fairly unimpressed with the lake, beach, and flowers.  Her main interests were … Continue reading →

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Sunrise Wakeboarding

Posted on August 21, 2013 by Dave

  It looks like a sunset, but it is actually a sunrise.  In late July, three of our kids headed out on the water about 5:30.  Nate was wakeboarding, Sarah driving the boat, and Michaela taking pictures.  This one was … Continue reading →

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Calm Lake

Posted on August 20, 2013 by Dave

The calm lake plus a telephoto lens condensed a couple gardens, the Adirondack chairs, and the far shoreline into a very appealing situation.  This overlook is on a bit of a point and provides commanding view down the lake in … Continue reading →

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Resort Panorama

Posted on August 13, 2013 by Dave

  Half Moon Trail at dusk.  Thanks to George Pfoertner for the extra effort involved in getting this shot.

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Beautiful Morning

Posted on August 9, 2013 by Dave

Even though it has been a bit cool for early August, we have had some beautiful mornings.  This shot was taken a couple days ago.

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New Grand Baby

Posted on August 6, 2013 by Dave

  We welcomed our new grand baby, Mabel Grace (Bella), into the world last night about 10:15 (6 lbs 15 oz). Above: two happy grandmothers. Congratulations Ryan and Liz!

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Clear Water Fish

Posted on August 5, 2013 by Dave

Yesterday’s post implied that our guests enjoy watching the fish.  This photo from George Pfoertner shows a school of sunfish through this incredibly clear water.

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Feeding the Fish

Posted on August 4, 2013 by Dave

Early one morning last week I found this young man feeding his breakfast to the fish.  Because the water is so clear, our guests enjoy watching the panfish and minnows around the docks.

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Mid-summer Gardens

Posted on August 1, 2013 by Dave

The gardens have filled out and are full of color.  Here is a quick tour of some of the gardens at this stage of summer.        

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