Wednesday, August 30, 2023

Oh fudge!

 Day three, exploring Mackinac Island, not to be confused with Mackinaw State Forest, which is on nearby Bois Blanc Island (we did not go there).  We did all the good tourist stuff on Mackinac Island.  First, of course, we enjoyed a lovely ferry ride to the island which took us under the big bridge, very interesting to see from that angle, and learned a lot about the history of the bridge.  Once on the island we did not rent bicycles (although there were many available).  Nor did we strap on backpacks and hike all over the island.  Instead we rode around the island in a two horse power carriage.  At one point we were switched to a larger three horse vehicle, which involved a quick stop at a rest area / tourist trap, where we assuaged our hunger (it had been two hours since breakfast) with donuts. During the ride we had views of the grand hotel and the governor's summer home.  At one point we were dropped off at the fort, where we spent a while enjoying the history of the place and some really excellent views.  We did not volunteer to be part of the group of 'raw recruits' learning to march in formation, but watching the tourists who did volunteer go through the motions was, I think, a pretty realistic idea of what it was like for real recruits.  I would have volunteered, but as my GPP will assure you, I am left-right challenged.  I need a GPS system that says 'your other left.'  Finally, we left the fort, got back on the carriage and finished the island tour, ending up down town again where we went in search of a famous fudge shop which, my GPP assured me, makes the very best fudge.  By the way, my GPP makes excellent dark chocolate fudge himself.  The only time I've had a chance to watch him make it, I got to clean out the pan, yummm! Dark chocolate is my favorite flavor, and, as everyone knows, one of the basic food groups.  But I digress.  We found the shop, went inside. promptly gained five pounds from the lovely aromas wafting around and prepared to buy some fudge.  Then my GPP asked the fatal question "Does your fudge contain corn syrup?" Alas the answer was yes.  So, since he has an allergy to corn products, and I'm honestly not that crazy about fudge (except his of course), we left the island fudge free.  But never fear, we were able to satisfy our craving for sweets at another evening bonfire with more S'mores.  At our second night at this marvelous motel we also had an amazing view of a fireworks display put on by the city.  I love unexpected treats.

On a drive through a lovely wooded area of the island we came upon this beautiful arch, another unexpected treat.



The best shot I could get of going under the bridge, impressive from any angle.

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