up north

two weekends in a row we voyaged to the beautiful fingertips of the mitten (and I've come to really appreciate the diverse beauty of this state--I'm also married to a sentimental who hushes us every time Tim Allen's voice over takes us on a journey through pure michigan).

but really, we love it. and we loved being able to travel "up north" for 1) the bayshore half marathon 2) time with family and a wedding.

weekend one (more like 24 hours) was spent in traverse city where ben and I ran the bayshore half marathon. it was SO gorgeous, awesome weather, and we both set PRs. the morning started early (4:45am) and cold (37*) and I spent forever trying to decide what amount of clothing to wear and where to pin my number so I wouldn't be too hot/cold. I ended up going with the reverse halter (see below) and it worked out perfectly...

weekend two was spent lakeside in glen arbor and then in traverse at my cousin's wedding. I think the pictures pretty much sum it up...

the beginning of the kayak adventure--all 3 minutes of it...

"nonuts. soo good." so good that I think I'll take a bite out of each one and then call it good.