It is always summer at the Butterfly House and Aquarium in Sioux Falls, SD. The butterfly flight room is open year round and is kept at a constant 80 degrees. I would be visiting a lot during the winter. The tropical plants and flowers are so pretty in the flight room, but the fluttering butterflies…
As Em & I drove through Savannah and headed towards Tybee Island we both started to fall in love. Driving onto Tybee I almost started crying. It reminds me so much of Hatteras Island, NC (one of my favorite places on Earth that I have been aching to return to) except the weather is a…
Niagara Falls, New York has a long standing history as being the honeymoon and tourist destination, but little is know of their blossoming wine culture, with over 16 wineries and more opening in the area each year. They offer a variety of wines from the sweet ice wines to the dry reds; however what the…
A recent road trip found me making my way northwest towards Leland, a small town in Leelanau County (aka wine country), just west of Traverse City, Michigan. Driving past farm fields and forested land I eventually found myself turning onto M-22. The road circles the peninsula and sticks close to the shore. The drive offers…
Updated August 2019 Scarecrows are fun, they are functional if you have a garden, and they can take on life as a decorative point for fall. I have found some fantastic scarecrows to share with you to help you find inspiration for your own scarecrow or to simply entertain you. Dig around the house, visit…
When it comes to sprucing up the home, there are some fantastic ideas homeowners are sharing with each other. From kitchen spaces to loft conversions, so many plans are executed to perfection. Even when assessing a home’s outdoor setting, dedicated gamers are looking to gamify their gardens. After all, as far as entertainment options go,…
When there is an urge to get off the beaten track a bit and shake up travel plans, coming up witha new destination can be tough. For many, the tropical beach type vacation has been done timeand time again, and that’s because it’s the style of break that’s promoted heavily when you go toa travel…
Calling all KISS fans, did you know KISS once rocked in Cadillac, Michigan back in 1975? This fall, we’re turning back the clock and celebrating in true KISS fashion with the KISS 50 Cadillac Reunion happening October 9–12, 2025! A Small Town Meets a Legendary Band Picture it: small-town Michigan in the early ‘70s. Autumn…
Atlantic City, New Jersey, is a place where dreams ride the crest of a wave and every street corner hums with a lively beat. It’s a town that’s got it all—glitz that’ll knock your socks off, history that’s tighter than a drum, and a salty seaside charm that hooks you faster than you can say…
I was born and raised in Cadillac and while growing up here there was not much to do. You basically had like three options, go to the movies, bowling, or do an outdoor activity like swimming, hiking, taking out a four wheeler on the trails, fishing, skiing or snowboarding. You get the gist of it…
During our visit to Kyoto we decided to rent Kimonos to experience a bit of Japanese culture and to explore the Kiyomizu-dera temple area. We made a reservation for Rental Kimono Okamoto located in Kiyomizu. Note, just about everything in Japan requires a reservation so make sure to book your experience. What drew me to…
As Memorial Day weekend approaches, nature enthusiasts eagerly anticipate an extended escape into the great outdoors. Whether you’re an experienced hiker or new to exploring nature, this weekend offers an excellent chance to immerse yourself in stunning landscapes. It will keep your refreshments chilled and ready when you need a break. Get ready to enjoy…
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