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WORDLESS WEDNESDAY ~ SUMMER (HUBBARD LAKE, MI)



HUBBARD LAKE, MI

'WA-GI-DAA-KING'
(Hubbard Lake, MI)

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Victoria said…
Sooo beautiful Joey!!! I love the green man..wow..he is awesome..one of my fave friends! i always enjoy all your posts..they are truly a breath of fresh air and spirit to my day...Gorgeous photo series!!
Happy Gardening-cooking and creating!!
Kiki~
lindalou said…
So...is that sunflower field off 23 on your up north. We used to pass a sunflower field on the way up to Lost Lake and one year Cait and I stopped so she could take pictures. I was just wondering if it's still there.

And I remembered the name of the bar with the good hamburgers up near Hubbard Lake. It was called Smokey's. Does that ring a bell?
joey said…
Thank you, dear Kiki. Green Man is hanging on the cottage wall, delighted to be overlooking at the lake from his perched view. Happy August :)

Hi Lindalou! Actually, it's on Nicholson Hill Road, just north of the lake. Too funny, we are on the hill, just a tad south of Smokey's! New owners but the hamburgers are still good ... so you must give us a call if ever near. Just got home late Mon and heading back tomorrow :)
The Idiot said…
Great shots; looks fantastic. The one with sun golden on the water just drew me right in.
Hi Joey, you have a sassy green man, or is he flirting:) I've never seen one winking like that.
Marnie
Scott Law said…
What a great place to visit. Your blog I mean. Always such nice images. The green "King" I guess is really something.
Gatsbys Gardens said…
Beautiful Joey, I told you it was magical!
joey said…
Thank you, dear IG ... I am in awe of your lovely compliment. Are you feeling well :)

Love it, Marnie! Yes, he's flirting :) You always get the jest of my posts, dear friend.

Thanks for visiting, Scott. My life resides in between two worlds ... both very different and both grand.

Thanks Eileen ... HL is indeed magical with daily treasures to share. Back tomorrow for more magic!
Rick said…
Ha ha - that's a great garden ornament!!!

And you've got such a lovely potpourri of shots again joey - so enjoyable!
joey said…
Hi, Rick, and thanks. Glad you enjoyed :)
Ah...beautiful, restful, magical. Wish I were there. Thanks so much for visiting my blog, dearie!
Carolyn ♥ said…
That guy is awesome, Joey! I need one my garden.
Hi, Joey!
Happy [belated] WW! Love that winky garden ornament. Your photos, as always, are delightful.
joey said…
Thank you, TGHT. A joy connecting :)

Wink, Meredehuit, and happy 'remains of summer' :)

Kate, you are a dear. Always a joy catchin' up with you :)
Unknown said…
So beautiful! I have been cruising around all the blue water but haven't had any time to play in it! Lake Leelanau, Torch Lake, Lake MI, Glen Lake etc. they are calling me!
Kala said…
That field of sunflowers is stunning Joey!
joey said…
Delighted to connect again, Michelle. You are surrounded by 'the best of the best'! Do hope you have time to answer the call. Michigan buddy ((hugs))!

Hi Kala ... a field of dreams and a fun shoot behind the lens. Thank you, dear camera friend :)
Chad said…
You always have so many different photos with each posting. They all are first rate,and you have them arranged so they alway complimennt each other. It must keep you very busy. I always enjoy visiting you site.
joey said…
Appreciate the comment, Chad. I have yet to capture lightening the way you have ... a must on my list of stunning moments.

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