I participated in an Influencer Activation on behalf of Millennial Central for Evolution Fresh. I received coupons for Evolution Fresh juices to facilitate my review as well as a promotional item to thank me for my participation. Evolution Fresh cold-pressed, never heated, fruit and vegetable juices are helping keep us hydrated this summer thirst. They offer…
Originally called Southport the town of Kenosha, WI used to be a shipping port for the automotive industry. Recessions, bankruptcies, and a general economic downturns seen the shut down of the shipping port and had other industries, stepping up to make Kenosha their home of operations. Now, this friendly town on the shores of Lake…
Thanks to #MIDairy for the invitation to Hudsonville Ice Cream! Michigan Dairy recently invited me to a 2-day event to learn more about Michigan dairy. I read through the agenda and as soon as I read that it included a visit to Hudsonville Ice Cream I dashed off my RSVP. I mean, HELLO, it’s Hudsonville…
It’s still freezing cold in Michigan and there is nothing better to help fight the cold then a big bowl of pipping hot chili. I like my chili sprinkled with a bit of cheese and sour cream. Alan and Emma like theirs with saltine crackers and a bit of heat. Regardless of how you like…
I’m fortunate to be snowbirding in San Jacinto Valley in Southern California right now. There are two fantastic year round farmer’s markets here. During my visit to the market on Thursday I happened to find fresh strawberries. What a fun find for someone from northern Michigan who doesn’t see fresh berries until June. Of course,…
I thought going to Grapevine, TX in the middle of December would be a great opportunity to escape the snow and cold of the northern Michigan winter. The joke was a bit on me since the cold and ice followed me all the way south and dumped a great big ice storm in the area….
Glancing in my rear view mirror I see Charlottesville’s city lights behind me. Soon after the GPS kindly instructs me to turn left. I look around and wonder if I put the information in the GPS incorrectly. The turn takes me down a curving winding dark road that I hope takes me to my destination….
Arriving in Hampton, VA my soul was instantly lighter when I caught a glimpse of the Chesapeake Bay and I wondered, once again, why I don’t live closer to the ocean. Luckily I was booked to stay at the Crowne Plaza hotel which is Hampton’s only waterfront hotel. That meant that each and every morning…
Last weekend I attended the Mitten Moms Conference as part of the United Dairy Industry of Michigan (UDIM) team. There were 5 of us representing UDIM and we all had a great time. The best part was Liz from the Lemon Bowl creating 3 no-cook breakfast recipes featuring dairy products. She shared the recipes during…
The Spa at Grand Traverse Resort provided us with complimentary services. All thoughts and opinions are my own. All images provided and owned by the Grand Traverse Resort. During a recent stay at the Grand Traverse Resort I made an appointment for Alan and I to have a couple’s massage. This was a new experience…
We recently had the pleasure to be guests of the Grand Traverse Resort in Traverse City, MI. I love spending time in this region so when the Grand Traverse Resort asked me if I’d like to visit I jumped at the chance. All the years we’ve lived in northern Michigan and never once have we…
Strawberries are my favorite fruit. I love them after they have been warming in the sun. Mmmm, so good!!! Lucky for me strawberry season is right around the corner in northern Michigan which means it’s time to break out these sumptuous recipes for the next month or two. Over the years I’ve blogged some of…
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