Ironwood, Michigan

Wini's love-hate relationship with her GPS continues. She loves it because it does eventually get her to her motel or quilt shop, but scolds her ("recalculating!") when she misses a turn.

We have entered the Upper Peninsula of Michigan at the town of Ironwood. This region had many iron mines years ago. The one day bike ride across Wisconsin (about 100 miles) was green rolling hills, great views of Lake Superior and lots of green. As I tootled along I remembered why I enjoy this activity so much. Incidentally, I learned today that Lake Superior is the largest fresh water body in the world.

Wini and I arrived at our motel today at about the same time so I was able to help her unload the car. She is taking her covered wagon duties very seriously and I think she may be increasing her upper body strength carrying all those heavy suitcases and coolers (!). She is a real trooper.