We have made it to Beaver Island and are settling in. Arrived to dead car battery, borrowed the old van used by the airline company (island life - so unlike the city) who gave it to us to use overnight, spent the day unpacking boxes and getting the cars working, and in a few more days will feel settled. We went for a walk tonight and I really liked the contrast seeing Jim walking along the beach in contrast to walking outside his university office in the b&w shot posted last week. It's wonderful to be able to walk out our door and have this to wander in, rather than the city. So far the island is free of Covid-19, so hoping like mad that it stays that way.
@homeschoolmom@joysfocus We've had our place here on the island for almost 30 years (this will be our 30th summer). Beaver Island is a wonderful place and the total opposite of Chicago. So we'll be here through September now that we're both retired and don't have to return to the city in August when the academic year starts up, as we've had to most years. A treat for sure!
You title this as if there's a downside to retirement. After six years of being in that state I haven't found one yet! Looking forward to a whole different theme of photos from you this summer. Maybe they have some flamingos on the lake??
I confess to having been retired for 24 years now. I still love it and use every day for some venture. Beaver Island has an interesting history, I Googled it, of course. I hope you keep producing your wonderful photographs and continue to enjoy yourselves.
I have a friend who is working today as her final day before retirement. Not bad to retire into summer. I am so excited to see Beaver Island shots though I do enjoy your urban photos.
Welcome back to your paradise and oh, what a welcome place to be in this current climate! Hope it remains Covid-free and you guys have a super Summer there, relaxing and enjoying it all.
Great contrast indeed between the b&w picture in front of the University and this colorful photo at the beach! I ‘m sure you’ll enjoy your time there (I loved the story of the airport van being given to you for the night!). We are at the seaside now, not many people around, everyone with a face mask when inside. Outside it’s windy and there is a lot of space between people. Plus, Tuscany has had very few cases of Covid. Fav of course
@calm We'll be up here at least through September and then it depends on the weather. Our place is winterized, but it becomes less appealing as the weather gets rainy and cold and outdoor activity is more limited unless there's snow. And our place is down a steep bluff road so it's very tricky in those conditions to get in and out. We have been up here in winters in my younger days.
Yes, this is a great companion shot to the last walk among the halls of higher education. I thought it would have worked well too if he was walking towards us- out of the work force and into a new phase in life. Whatever the direction, I'm sure it's really enjoyable to be walking here! Nice shot!
A beautiful contrast to the other image of Jim and this shot gives me a feeling of hope and happiness as your exciting adventure starts to happen for you both!! Happy healthy retirement to you both!! I have loved every moment of my retirement!!
July 10th, 2020
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you should tag it for the monthly theme - theme-landscapes
Enjoy your new place. Oh, I will miss your Chicago pics.