We're Back from the Cabin

We were up to the lake this week and everything seems to be in good shape. We finished off Inlaw3 groceries and some of his beer. We caught 1 walleye, 1 small muskie, numerous rock bass and perch. The boat's fish aerator needs 2 size D batteries (I think). We had a great time.


















A couple of the ducklings took a stroll down the pier and then jumped to catch up with Mom.













Proud mom with her 8 ducklings.
















The loon is nesting in the same location. We didn't get too close.


































We saw several eagles.





































The view from the pier early in the morning is unbeatable. The bay was clear but the lake was completely fogged in.


















And here comes the rain. We dodged a few rain drops this week but for the most part we stayed dry.

Tucker comes to visit

Dave and Julie brought our 3 1/2 month old Grandson Tucker to visit. He enjoyed playing with Grandpa, Grandma, and our other Grandson Damon. He is of the English Mastiff lineage side of the family. Only about 40 pounds now, but we are expecting a 200 to 250 pound full grown weight. What a charmer! You can tell his parents have been raising him well!

REALLY Shooting Turkeys!

This is what I consider REALLY shooting turkeys! Got 2 this year. This one was BAGGED on May 2,07.

Shootin' Turkeys

Hey there Outlaw2! As you probably already know, I drive the church van once a month. I pick up a women at Cora Maria nurseying home and I've been trying to "shoot" these turkeys for months. Finally, today, I bagged 'em. How's my hunter terminology?

Inlaw4 and I went out to Severson Dells last week. I "shot" a couple deer and posted their pictures on the Mills' Mail blog.

Congratulations Lisa

Hi Everyone! Lisa graduated from U of I yesterday. Congratulations!

Cabin Clean Up

Hey there King and Queen. Here are some pictures of the cabin from last weekend. You'll notice that there is a new cabin being built across the lake. It seems they just keep building them bigger and bigger. The Lake is low and if you look at the pier you can see the white dot you painted to line up the shore station. You can easily see how far back the station is. Also, Jack, Jess and I cleared out some of the old trees and brush on Quick's property. It looks better but there are still several dead trees that could come down. There are pictures of Kiss' place, one of Outlaw1's favorite cabins, and Leo's place. I even included a couple of the night sky even though it wasn't much sun it still looks great. If you don't recognize some of the spots give me a call.