It has been so so long since we have been to Detroit. We used to go all the time, every weekend, hanging out with friends, trying all the cool new restaurants and bars, just enjoying the city. After Wyatt was born, our nights in Detroit became days downtown, with the rare date night out. But we still were always there, enjoying the museums and parks and sometimes just driving around. Since COVID, we have been missing our usual haunts and routines. On Saturday we took a distanced trip to Detroit, not stopping anywhere necessarily but checking out some of our favorite spots, crossing our fingers that they were surviving. And we were happy to see that most were doing well!
We started out easy – Belle Isle. We spend so much time here, driving around, visiting the museums, the nature center, hiking around the island. We were so excited to find a field of daffodils! It was a windy day, a bit chilly, but that did not deter us from getting out and grabbing some pics. (note: we did not pick any flowers, that one was laying there already)
Next stop was Avalon for cookies! Billy went in and picked out two cookies for each of us, plus a turkey sandwich with pesto for us to split. We happily ate in the car, watching the people go by. (Avalon by the way, did an excellent job with safety- only 4 in the store at a time, masks, gloves, the whole shebang) Everything was absolutely delicious!
After that we just drove around, no particular destination, just enjoying the day and our time together. We did drive by the restaurant we have designated as our first restaurant we will go out to when we can – we are dreaming of chips and salsa, margaritas, Mexican food, not at our dining room table but out. With people. Mexican Village, we are looking at you…
Eventually we headed home, but it was a good day. An easy day, but a good one. Detroit, hopefully we will see you soon!
Still Life, With Cracker Crumbs.. 
What a delightful adventure! I love Mexican food, too, and a favorite was my first restaurant visit after we were allowed out.
I love daffodils!
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They are so cheery!!!
Oh, I can’t wait for a date night out to a restaurant!!
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Your son is such a beautiful combination of the two of you.
Glad for your wonderful weekend. I went on a mural hunt around El Paso today. Glad that street art is getting recognition these days.
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Aww thank you Leslie! That sounds really fun! I love seeing all the street art and murals, some of them are so well done and amazing!
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Wyatt’s outfit was so cute! Love his beanie and cabled sweater ensemble. And ooh, yum, cookies!
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Aw thanks!!! My mom got him that sweater for Christmas for all of our outdoor excursions – it is fleece lined and so warm!! Plus, it is cute!
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How precious is this! I know what you mean; my husband and I have been missing our Detroit dates for some time. Belle Isle and the Detroit River Waterfront are our fav places
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Yes!! I can’t wait until we can get back down there and start doing our normal things. I have a list! We are still going to wait a while though. 🙂
We love Belle Isle!
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Yeah it’s still a bit tricky in the meantime. Getting some fresh air while we can is quite helpful – when it’s not randomly snowing again, of course haha.
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Good
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