If you know me at all, you know that I love learning new things. And I love it even more when I can learn something for free. Last week, I was at the farm exploring the spring and cattails. I did a quick internet search to see what cattails are used for and discovered that…
Saving fresh garden produce is one of the most satisfying hobbies in the world. There is just something so rewarding about picking something out of your garden and saving it back so you can enjoy it all winter long. If you are interested in learning how to preserve your garden vegetables and fruits, here are…
We love finding small local museums with big historic significance when we take a vacation. When we were planning our 2400-mile road trip, we found the Reed City Heritage Museum formerly known as The Old Rugged Cross Museum in Reed City, Michigan. I mentioned to my Mom that we were going to visit and discovered…
There are some people who love a vacation at the same beach resort every year. They know what to expect, how long it will take to get there, and where the cleanest restrooms are between home and their condo. For this group of people, the journey is merely a means to the end. How quickly…
Do you love finding roadside attractions when you travel? Most of the time when we are on a road trip, we find one or two things in an area, take a picture and keep moving. But if you visit Casey, Illinois you can see many of these oversized real-life objects in one place. This small…
Have you ever built vertical structures for your garden? A few months ago, I built an arch for my green beans and I really wasn’t sure if it would work. But now that I am several weeks into the growing season, I have to admit that I am hooked on vertical gardening. There is something…
If you are looking for a beach experience unlike anything you typically experience in Florida or South Carolina, then Grand Marais, Michigan may be just the place. Located on Lake Superior in the Upper Peninsula of Michigan, Grand Marais is an opportunity to experience a beach vacation and step away from the hustle of normal…
If you have flown many miles or spent much time in an airport, you are probably pretty seasoned. But there are some things you may not think about if you are relatively new to flying. We recently took a quick trip to Hawaii and spent some extended time in airports and I have a few…
It’s almost Father’s Day and we’re all trying to find the perfect gifts and ideas to celebrate one of the most important members of our families. Whether you are searching for a gift idea or just want something special to show how much you love your Dad, here are some ideas just for you. This…