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Bay Harbor Antique Car Show

2011-02-13T20:28:00.000-08:00

Christmas Greeting 2009

2009-12-03T22:10:00.000-08:00

2009-07-17T11:31:00.000-07:00

July 17th

I have not posted anything since July 4th?

July 5th
Found a lovely spot at the Inn to enjoy pleasant company and with a view of Lake Michigan
Met a new girlfriend from Houston and just enjoyed the warm breezes.

July 12th - Entertained Molly McDonald, her grandmother and her girlfriend Morgan. We dined on the waterfront at Bay Harbor Lake. we all enjoyed Pasta. Molly, Morgan stayed with Jason and Heather at their new home on the Quarry Golf Course.

July 13th and 14th found me in Detroit . . . Traveled on Monday, appointment on Tuesday and back to Petoskey on Wednesday.

July 16th - Enjoyed a Mango Martini. It was complementary in the Spa. Enjoyed "the spot" in the outdoor area (see July 5th) with the white fish.

PARADE - JULY 4

2009-07-05T19:20:00.000-07:00

JULY 4TH

The first event for the day's celebration was the parade down Main street in Bay Harbor.

Many of the residents decorated their GEM cars. It was a great family event - designing, constructing and the participating in a parade. What Fun !

MORE PICTURES FROM JULY 4TH

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JULY 3RD CELEBRATION

2009-07-03T19:07:00.000-07:00

JULY 3rd 2009

The Celebration started July 3rd with a patriotic buffet at Bay Harbor Yacht Club. The club accommodated a record 800 guests.

After a buffet dinner, that included a salad bar, Chicken, short ribs and potato salad; we enjoyed hummers and music to dance to.

The Fireworks started as scheduled at 10:20pm. It was a wonderfrul display that included a laser light show.

The party broke up shortly after the fireworks so I traveled down to the Village area to join friends at the new Cava restaurant. I had a night cap and called it an evening. I got home at 2am

Bay Harbbor Antique Car Show

2009-06-27T19:00:00.000-07:00

June 26 was the start of the Bay Harbor Antique car show. Classic and collectible cars are assembled for judging. It is a fantastic display of fine cars.

In addition to the antique cars are the antique wood boats. There is a fine collection of these boats in Northern Michigan.

MORE PICTURES FROM BAY HARBOR

Friday night Bay Harbor in Petoskey Michigan entered the Guinness Book of World Records. Bay Harbor assembled the longest parade of electric cars. There were 220 electric cars and they traveled a route of 2.1 miles. Most of the cars were GEM cars. I joined Jeff, Demi and Rio for the celebration.

Bay Harbor Car Show , . . Guinnis book of records

A doe and her fawns . . . Lahser and 14 MIle

2009-06-24T20:28:00.000-07:00

June 24th post

I stayed at Pat and Kitty's today, I walked Somerset Mall from Saks to Neiman then across 16 mile rd. and continued my walk from Macy's to Nordstroms and back again. .. Guess What ? ? ? I didn't buy one thing, I thought about candy or coffee but resisted.

I then got Kitty to join me at Red Coat Tavern for big plate of mussels and a baguette loaf . Next time we go I will get a picture with my new friend Heather that stands behind the bar.

When we returned home a mother deer (Doe) was keeping close tabs on her 2 babies (Fawns)
She kept close tabs on us . . . Did not want us to corrupt her babies.

I stayed at Pat and Kitty's today, Walked Somerset Mall from Saks to Neiman then across 16 mile rd. =I walked from Macy's to Nordstroms and back again. .. Guess What ? ? ? I didn't buy one thing, I thought about candy or coffee but resisted.

I then got Kitty to join me at Red Coat Tavern for big plate of mussels and a baguette loaf . Next time we go I get a picture with my new friend Heather that stands behind the bar.

When we returned home a mother deer (Doe) was keeping close tabs on her 2 babies (Fawns)

She kept close tabs on us . . . Did not want us to corrupt her babies.

Fathers Day at Pats

2009-06-22T17:56:00.000-07:00

June 17th
I had a busy and eventful Fathers day.
Enjoyed morning conversation with Melanie Johnson's father Bob Chriulla.
I then enjoyed the weather and had lunch on the porch at the Perry Hotel with my mother.
Hit the road and traveled south to celebrate Fathers day with Patrick, Kitty and his family.

Pat grilled his famous ribs. Always the best.

Celebrating all Fathers on this day.

FATHERS DAY

2009-06-20T16:59:00.000-07:00

Today is fathers day. I am trying to remember what I did with my father on this day. I can't remember. I feel bad because I don't think I did much to celebrate. He was a great dad and did great things, but I just don't remember doing anything special on this day.

I would like to honor him by recording some of the things he did and will add to this through out the year.

TOMMY'S PARTY!

2009-06-17T19:24:00.000-07:00

a party was enjoyed at Tommy Manausa boat house on Vista Drive in Bay Harbor. Tommy entertained us with some of his new songs on the keyboard. Mac Macarty sang. A former Miss Michigan go up to sing happy birthday to Ashley.

Tommy served wonderful sh!is-k-bobs which was a very tender beef with shrimp and vegtables. I went by myself and met Mel and Kim. The night was gorgeous and we were between inside and the dock.

Pasta Night at the Yacht Club

2009-06-17T19:08:00.000-07:00

June 17th was the first pasta night at the Yacht club. This is a weekly event when the members are invited to go into the kitchen and choose between several choices of what they would like in their pasta. Tomatoes, artichoke, olives peppers, shrimp, and more. .. Once we have our bowl prepared we choose from 3 pastas, then a sauce - marinara, alfredo, or a meat sauce and the chefs prepare the plate. Basil and pine nuts are also offered.

A beautiful array of desserts were present from strawbery shortcake , creme brulee, brownies and yummy cookies.
Pasta night is a once a week event . . . I will try and get some pictures next week.

Indian Village Detroit

2009-06-06T18:52:00.000-07:00

Today I attended the 2009 Indian Village home and garden tour. Indian Village is a historical neighborhood in Detroit that is celebrating 114 years. The community consists of 352 homes plus churches and schools.

The land was owned and passed through several farming families. In 1892 the owner of the land formed a land development company and designed a first class residential community.

Large homes started to go up between 1900 and 1928. The community had and still has a stingent archetectual policy.

The archetecture is eclectic ranging from French country to arts and crafts. You can find many Albert Kahn designed homes in this community.

Many of the original owners were business entrepeners connected with the Auto industry. Many owners of motor companies.

There was never an indian village here. The name was chosen for it's charm.

Commissioning Party 2009

2009-05-26T12:01:00.000-07:00

I attended the Bay Harbor Yacht Club Commissioning party on May 23 2009 . It was the grand opening of the new Lange Center. The Lange Center was built attached to the main yacht club to create a venue for weddings and conferences. It is a gorgeous and well built. The center was constructed in a short 8 months thru a very hard winter.

The party was attended by over 300 members. I sat with some long time members that I had just met. The conversation was delightful. There was a dance band following dinner. The room was so large with so many people I did not get a chance to say hello to all my friends. I apologize.

I later danced with a member who thought he was dancing with the stars. He attempted to lift me over his shoulder. He did not tell me what he was doing, I ended up resisting his attempt and I ended up spread eagle on top of him. VERY EMBARRASSING.

All in all it was a good time had by most. . . Can't wait till the next party.

2009-05-11T22:55:00.001-07:00

Jason Watson hosted a Mothers day Dinner to honor "The Mothers"

Isabelle's mother Heather

Jason and Jeff's mom Jan

Jan 's Mother Nancy
After a short cocktail session, Jason and Isabelle rolled out the pizza dough. Jason showed us his expertise Pizza dough making . He is very talented at throwing the dough and catching it in his fists making it just the right size. He grilled three different pizza's and topped them with unique toppings.

Isabelle served us cupcakes that she had decorated with sprinkles - Just for the Grandma's

After dinner, we were astonished and enjoyed watching Isabelle with her bike scooter talents.
Mother's day 2009 Picture Gallery

Birthday Party for Pat McDonald

2009-04-22T21:40:00.000-07:00

Went to Buca di Beppo an Italian restaurant in Birmingham, Michigan to celebrate Pat McDonald's birthday.

We arrived at the front door and was escorted thru a full kitchen and travel down into a very deep basement. This Basement level had several private rooms. Each of the rooms had a different Italian theme and different names for the room. One of the rooms was called "The Pope" room.

It had various pictures of the Vatican on the walls and a bust of the pope in the center of a round table.

Birthday Photo Gallery

Bay Harbor Yacht Club Easter Brunch

2009-04-12T08:08:00.000-07:00

I attended the Bay Harbor Yacht Club Brunch.

I had a party of seven at the table.

I gave an Easter bonnets to Rio and Isabelle and a purse to match.

The Easter bunny came to our table and gave the girls a basket . The anticipation of the bunny can be seen in the pictures.

Chef Dan provided a wonderful buffet with multiple choices.

The Third Birthday

2009-03-20T22:06:00.000-07:00

I hosted a party for Rio Watson's 3rd birthday on March 19th 2009.
The group had dinner from the menu at Big Boy. After Dinner, the guest were invited to "The Jungle" to sing happy birthday and enjoy a birthday cupcake.

The guests were Great Grandma Nancy McDonald, Grandma Jan McDonald,
Demi Watson, Jason Watson, Isabelle Watson, Heather Frick, Jeff Watson and the guest of honor Rio Watson.

Rio, Isabelle all played the games, Jason made friends with Roxy and Demi and grandma enjoyed the cake.

Photo Gallery