Michigan is colorFALL.

I've determined that October is my favorite month in Michigan. On top of the fact that I love busting out the boots, sweaters and light jackets it is BEAUTIFUL. I'll have to take more pictures of our yard too, but these pictures were taken at Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park here in Grand Rapids.
Friday morning Connor and I went to Frederick Meijer Gardens and Sculpture Park. We have a family membership there, but haven't utilized it in a long time. (It is about 20 minutes away.)

Anyway, I knew that their Autumn Colorfall exhibit was going on and I didn't want to miss out. I LOVE mums, so I knew it wouldn't disappoint. I was right. Connor was so preoccupied with the children's garden and running and playing that I didn't get many (any) pictures of him looking at the camera, but the scenery sure is beautiful. I might have to go back by myself so I can take pictures without my little "assistant". :)Recognize the bear? He looks a little different in the winter. Scroll down to see him HERE.

This is really random, but I don't recall ever seeing the giant mums before. As soon as I saw them I immediately thought of my mom and dad in high school. I remember my mom telling me about big mums that would have ribbon in the back and pipe cleaners that would spell out things or have numbers for their football players. At least I think that is accurate. I always thought that tradition was so cool and wished that I could have done the same thing.

Mom, do you have a picture of one of them from back in the day? If so, scan it in and I'd love to add the picture to the blog. :)