Did you know that New Mexico is the only state in the country that has a State question: Red or green? Don’t be surprised if you hear this question from your waitress when ordering at a restaurant. Red sauce or green sauce is really the question. Of course, if you’re from New Mexico you might…
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…
What do you look for when you book a girlfriend getaway hotel? Fabulous pools? Great food? Spa services? Large, comfy rooms with never want to get out of beds? A nice fitness center? If you answered yes to any of those than I have the perfect resort for your next girls only escape. The Renaissance…
Just outside the hustle and bustle of downtown Chicago lays an oasis of hidden gems just waiting to be discovered. The Chicago Southland is a quick train ride that will take you from hectic to calm. You’ll find cheaper accommodations, free parking, great food and wonderful attractions. When visiting Chicago we usually stay and visit…
This past week has been challenging. On Wednesday I received a call that my Dad had fallen and broken his hip and that he would be going to surgery immediately. To say I was a little freaked out is an understatement. You see, my dad has always been very stubborn and even though he’s…
I have found a fabulous company for oven/stove/grill/fridge to table top cook and serve ware. Wilton Armetale designs and creates products that are not only functional but also gorgeous and worthy of any kitchen table or dinner party event. The fabulous thing about these dishes is that the metal is a non-toxic aluminum-based alloy which…
Photo Credit: All pumpkin carving ideas photos belong to their respective owners. Click on the link to visit the creator’s blog and view the original posts. It is the time of year to start thinking about how you will design your pumpkins for Halloween! I know, I know, it feels like a while before we…
Small towns around the midwest offer more fun and entertainment than most people realize. Rockford, IL is one of those towns. This town located approximately 90 minutes west of Chicago offers fun activities for the entire family whether you have little ones or teens. Rockford is home to the sock monkey festival, world-class water ski…
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…
Niagara Fall tourism was kind enough to provide me with a ticket to experience Maid of the Mist. All thoughts and opinions are my own. Maid of the Mist is an absolute must when you visit Niagara Falls. Nothing provides a more up close experience than riding the Maid of the Mist to the base…
Mother’s Day will be here soon and children about the U.S. will be scrambling to find the perfect gift for their mom. Lots of moms appreciate a card from the heart and, well, if it contains chocolate it is win-win. Plus, candy bar poems are always fun to make. It can be challenging to…
The calendar may say its the middle of April, but as I type this snow is falling from the sky. I’m not sure why winter is insisting on hanging on so long this year. We are all ready for blue skies and warmer weather. To encourage more birds to visit our yard this spring Alan and…
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