Beauty, unparalleled

The beauty of Northern Michigan in the summertime is unparalleled.  The air is clean and warm, the breezes are refreshing, and everything seems to be bursting with energy.  A quiet bike ride through the tunnel of trees, visiting houses that are still dormant and towns that are just beginning to open their shutters.  Sailboats floating as small batches of white triangles on the cerulean blue bay.  Afternoon potluck parties inspiring local townfolk to flock together, renewing their interest in each other and chatter about tourist season.  The afternoon sunshine making the spring trees hazy with warm light and illuminating all the specs of microscopic elements.  Finally, an orange sunset over the water, so bright that I’m blinded, immediately followed by the crispness of the evening air.  – l.o.d.