It's November up here in Pure Michigan. Here's a sample of some of our Up North activities.
Cadillac's economy seems to be healthier. We enjoyed a great lunch at a new brewery in town, the Clam Lake Beer Company. I loved the new interior design. It even sported really cool bathrooms. The food was terrific. Maybe next time I'll get to report on the beer.
Since we won't be back up here until a few days before Christmas I've been forced to decorate for Christmas early this year. I'm not very motivated. I don't think I've ever decorated before Thanksgiving in the past. I have managed to work on two trees in the main living areas. The kids did a fabulous job on a tree in the basement. They were more into it than I was. Hopefully, I can play a little Mannheim Steamroller and finish decorating before we leave.
The highlight so far was when Sarah, my 16 year old, made hotteok (sweet Korean pancakes). She worked with a recipe from Maangchi.
She remained true to the recipe with the exception of substituting peanuts for walnuts.
Of course, we are waiting for November 15 when the air will be filled with sound of eager deer hunters sporting Blaze Orange.
These images have put me in the holiday spirit!
Posted by: prince snow farm | 11/15/2013 at 04:21 AM
I just realized Thanksgiving is less than 2 weeks away! I think I'll be able to finish decorating now. Thanks for stopping by.
Posted by: momofnine | 11/15/2013 at 04:25 AM
I think your iPhone photos are beautiful! And those pancakes look fabulous. I may have to give those a try.
Posted by: Mrs. Smythe | 11/15/2013 at 04:26 AM
Thank you, Mrs. Smythe. The pancakes were so good. My daughter was in Korea this past summer and she said they are sold all over as "street food" similar to a taco truck here!
Posted by: momofnine | 11/15/2013 at 04:56 AM
These look so yummy and warm! They make me want to bake.
~Emily from The Orange Slate
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Posted by: Emily | 11/15/2013 at 07:34 AM
The first photo would make a great Christmas card! Why won't you guys be back until a few days before Christmas, what am I missing?
I decorate my house on the first of December and not a second before. I will be using the next few weeks to spring clean, yes spring here Down Under, then take it easy in December. I LOVE Christmas decorating!!
Posted by: IrishMum | 11/16/2013 at 03:05 PM
You did a fantastic job decorating and I am so impressed with your photography. And what great pancakes.
Your decorating early reminded me of the winter we came back north just for Christmas and left the decorations up 'cause we were in a hurry to leave. It sure seems funny to walk into a house in April to find Santa Claus and decorations still in place :)
Sam
Posted by: Sam @ My Carolina Kitchen | 11/16/2013 at 05:17 PM
Such a beautiful decoration for the celebrations...looks creative and glorious...and those pancakes look perfect...HAVE A WONDERFUL DAY!!! :-)
Posted by: Kumar's Kitchen | 11/16/2013 at 06:50 PM
Spring...ahhh...as we are waiting for the snow! Our home is in northern Michigan but we work and complete most of our school in Indiana. We have been up here for a week and I don't think I will get back up to decorate until right before Christmas. So, I needed to get the majority of it done this week. I've been able to do an "ok" job. The kids are happy with it so that is what counts! I think the 1st of December is perfect to start decorating. Have fun spring cleaning! P.S I usually really enjoy decorating. It's just too early.
Posted by: momofnine | 11/17/2013 at 02:36 PM
Thank you, Sam! I've tried to get into the spirit. The early snow fall has helped!
Posted by: momofnine | 11/17/2013 at 02:37 PM
Thank you! The pancakes turned out much better than we expected and were so easy.
Posted by: momofnine | 11/17/2013 at 02:38 PM
those are some nice pictures....totally love the view. The decoration are so lovely. :) And can't wait to try the pancakes.
Posted by: Amy Tong | 11/19/2013 at 07:50 PM