Beth’s niece Jennifer’s pending marriage was the reason for choosing Michigan as our early summer trip.
They picked a perfect day for a wedding and the ceremony, at Jefferson Beach Marina, was nicely done and enjoyed by all. After a pause for photos, everyone was invited to board the motor vessel Infinity for a celebratory cruise and luncheon. The charter and catering company did a great job making it a special and fun afternoon for everyone aboard.
Here are a few as we cruise along the shore of Lake Saint Clair and the Detroit River. For those that only hear about the Detroit area on the news, you may be surprised at the affluence and beauty of the area.
Cruising by the Detroit Yacht Club
Detroit Skyline
This is the steamship Saint Claire, one of the old steam powered boats that ran from Detroit to the Boblo Amusement Park on Bois Blanc Island for 81 years. Back in the 1980’s I was fortunate to ride it out and back feeling the pulse of the pistons and enjoying the sound of the steam whistle. Work is currently underway to restore the vessel to working condition. More info at BobloBoat.
A couple of big Lakers like this one passed us entering the Detroit River. They carry ore from the upper peninsula to Dearborn for steel that becomes automobiles.
Beth and her sisters Paula and Judy.
The Fried girls and their extended families
Noah met a couple of young ladies that had attended the NC School of Science and Math. What are the chances of that?
Jen & Jim got a turn at the helm
Our Captain with the happy couple
Even a photo of the Haskell family
More pictures are on Flickr at this link: Jen and Jim’s Wedding
Thank you Jen and Jim for inviting us to share in your wonderful day!