Bogging it up
... is always a fun time. Taking advantage of the lull in the action, a visit was made with Fr. Terry Ehrman, CSC, theologian and botanist, to a nearby bog. Located across the border in Michigan, Mud Lake Bog was the place to visit. Now, remember... this was not a lake but rather a bog. A bog is not a lake but rather a basin where water collects and never escapes. There may be some open water but not necessarily. Still, there are other signs that you're at a bog not a lake, namely the fauna, especially the pitcher plant Saracenic pururea. Yes, it a carnivorous plant. Also, spotted along the path was a small slug. Careful... stay away from those pitcher plants. Not only was the bog was full of life but also silence. On taking in the sights of the bog, Fr. Ralph shared, "Mexico? Punt Cana? No. I am having the time of my life right here in Michigan's beautiful southwest!
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