Know Your Why

When you know your ‘why’ then your ‘what’ has more impact, because you are working towards your purpose. – Michael Jr

The 2022 cabin building season was productive, fast, and exhausting. But the ‘why’ made it all worth the work!

We made our last trek up north at the beginning of October with plans to enjoy the gorgeous weather and get some final projects done before closing up for the winter.

With such beautiful weather, and no rain in sight, we decided to get some painting done.

It was not all work and no play. Know your why. The leaves became more beautiful each day we were there. Our daily walks revealed God’s painting, and it was breathtaking!

We had company part way through our trip. Some work, but mostly to enjoy the weather and outdoor activities the area has to offer.

This part of the UP has many waterfalls and beautiful areas to explore. You can drive 40 minutes to Lake Michigan and 20 minutes to Lake Superior. There are woods, lakes, rivers, and beaches. The aurora makes an appearance in this area if you are lucky enough to see it. Places to hike, mountain bike, kayak, canoe, fish, and explore. Snowmobiling, snowshoeing, cross-country skiing, fat biking, ice climbing, and ice fishing keeps the area active in the winter. For the leaf peepers, the show is spectacular. This area draws you outdoors regardless of the season. It is honestly one of the main reasons we are building here.

After all the fun and exploring, it was time to close up the cabin and trailer and say goodbye until next year.

In 2022, over a few weeks and a couple of long weekends, we managed to build, roof and wire a garage, build a deck and paint 3/4 of the cabin and garage. It’s been a very productive year, and this beautiful week brought us back to the why. Hooha! J + M