Monthly Archives: June 2015

Near Grand Rapids-Rockford, Muskegon, and Lake Michigan

Posted on June 17, 2015 by travelbynatasha

I generally don’t go too far while visiting here in Grand Rapids, Michigan, but we did venture out a few days.  One evening we drove to Rockford, Michigan about a half hour from central GR.  The town is charming with … Continue reading →

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Wandering around town in Grand Rapids Michigan

Posted on June 12, 2015 by travelbynatasha

Ah beautiful!  Grand Rapids is named for the ripples that run on the Grand River in this western Michigan city, the second largest in the state and the hometown of former US President Gerald R. Ford.  Formerly the custom furniture … Continue reading →

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Eating my way through Grand Rapids Michigan-Bakeries, Meat Markets, and Sit-down Restaurants

Posted on June 8, 2015 by travelbynatasha

I have been coming to Grand Rapids Michigan in the summer for as long as I remember. I leave the extreme heat and humidity behind for longer days, cooler evenings and mornings and a chance to actually enjoy the outdoors … Continue reading →

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Natasha goes on a road trip (and misses historic flooding in Houston)

Posted on June 2, 2015 by travelbynatasha

My mom has decided to return to live in Michigan long term; I won’t say permanently because I suspect she will be back in Texas at some point.  Rocky and I are driving her back now that the weather is … Continue reading →

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