I needed to go to Michigan to visit my mom, my sister and her family. I could've just driven through Chicago, but I decided we could drive to the cottage first.
My parents surprised us by coming up north the same time we did. I wasn't expecting them for another day. I requested Paul Bunyan for breakfast. We missed out last year so it was due time we go again.

And, well, that's what we did. It was the perfect start to a chilly and rainy day up north.
I was a bit disappointed that we showed up too late for the kielbasa.
Oh the gift shop.
There were all these Trump trinkets both supporting and mocking him. Is it weird that even though I loathe the guy, this was offensive to me?

It was a rainy day. A perfect day to spend in downtown Minocqua at our favorite antique store.
And the 5 and dime.
Theo was too antsy in the store and needed a diaper change.

Next we headed over to Minocqua Brewing Company.
Theo liked the fancy cottage living room vibe.
Meadow played with all of her new knic…