We got back from a week long motorcycle trip to Michigan last Saturday. The weather was brisk and damp most of the time, but I managed to get some pictures.
I love bridges, so of course I had to get pictures of the Mighty Mac. I've been over the bridge a few times in my life, but this is the first time on a motorcycle.
The first two days through Minnesota, Wisconsin, and the UP were very gloomy and drizzly and depressing (despite the gorgeous fall color all around us.) But as we approached the bridge Sunday evening, the sun actually decided to peak out for a short time, highlighting the bridge nicely. What a welcome site!
The Mighty Mac turned 50 years old last year and it's still as beautiful as ever. The center span between the two towers is almost a mile long and the whole bridge is 5 miles long. It didn't seem that long when we crossed it. Except when we had to cross one day when it was raining and windy and the outside lane was closed due to construction and we had to ride the metal grates in the middle of the bridge for over a mile. Whew!
Here's another view. I love the cut-outs in the towers.
Here's a view most people don't bother with--the underside of the bridge. I also like geometric patterns, so I thought this was pretty cool. The water was so pretty too, lots of blues and emerald greens.
Thursday, Oct 2nd, we spent the day on Mackinac Island. I got this shot during a carriage ride. I guess the turbulent weather was good for cool looking skies, at least.
I'll be posting more pictures from our trip soon.
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