Welcome Back!
With encouragement from friends I have
developed this website to share the beauty of Michigan's
Upper Peninsula. A special thanks to all those who have
supported my efforts - especially Karen and Jose.
Living in Grand Marais puts you close
to nature. I can look out the window and see the famous
Lake Superior "Storms of November". The wind
really does roar. Of course we are close to the wildlife
- particularly deer - as they come into town scrounging
for food in the winter. Yes, the snow does fall - 203
inches in 04-05. Thankfully the snow blower can handle
it. Driving out of town before the roads are plowed
early in the morning darkness can be tough Karen's accident
in November can attest to that.. Alger County puts a
new meaning in the term "unimproved road".
During this first year, I am not convinced
that summer comes to Grand Marais. The furnace came
on almost every day in June, July and August. Of course
everyone tells me this is not usual weather. For those
of you who wonder what I do here, I COMPLAIN ABOUT THE
WEATHER A LOT.
Take a look around to see what living
here in Grand Marais is all about. The photo gallery
is my attempt to display the photos that I've accumulated
over the years. There are three broad categories: 1.
cats, 2. current photos and 3. family history.
I don't aim to compete with big sites.
DonMars.com will always be limited to what one person
can achieve.
Hopefully, you will agree that these photographs
represent the UP.
