We signed on for another rousing night of virtual trivia with Boston based host “Epic,” which always means there will be some lively discussions among the players!… Read more “Trivia Recap – Game # 674 – May 13, 2022 – Virtual Sporcle “Pub Quiz” Format”
Trivia Recap – Game # 673 – May 12, 2022 – Virtual Sporcle “Pub Quiz” Format
We managed to keep the same game standing before and after the final question in a recent virtual trivia game. We wagered zero on a category we… Read more “Trivia Recap – Game # 673 – May 12, 2022 – Virtual Sporcle “Pub Quiz” Format”
Want an Airbnb Experience Only More Secluded? Try a Michigan State Parks Lodge Rental!
I hear that renting rooms and whole homes using Airbnb is quite popular these days. Though to be honest, it’s not something I’ve ever done – yet.… Read more “Want an Airbnb Experience Only More Secluded? Try a Michigan State Parks Lodge Rental!”
Trivia Recap – Game # 672 – May 11, 2022 – Virtual Sporcle “Pub Quiz” Format
For the first time in probably about a year (give or take), we managed to assemble an actual “team” for a virtual trivia meetup. We had two… Read more “Trivia Recap – Game # 672 – May 11, 2022 – Virtual Sporcle “Pub Quiz” Format”
Two Things I Was Happy To See On The Second Day Of May, 2022…
My husband and I visited Cheboygan State Park for a few nights, staying in what used to be a park ranger residence. I’ll share pics of that… Read more “Two Things I Was Happy To See On The Second Day Of May, 2022…”
Trivia Recap – Game # 668- April 27, 2022 – Virtual Sporcle “Pub Quiz” Format
We missed questions about U.S. history, African history and Japanese casino games in our most recent bout of virtual trivia. My brain was cooperative enough to know… Read more “Trivia Recap – Game # 668- April 27, 2022 – Virtual Sporcle “Pub Quiz” Format”
Trivia Recap – Game # 667 – April 26, 2022 – Virtual Sporcle “Pub Quiz” Format
We recently learned the hard way that our favorite room in the house for playing our virtual trivia games, listening to streaming music and playing board games… Read more “Trivia Recap – Game # 667 – April 26, 2022 – Virtual Sporcle “Pub Quiz” Format”
My Ongoing Unhoarding Adventures (2022)
There was an electronics recycling event happening at a local library today, so I jumped at the opportunity to load up my trunk with some junk! I… Read more “My Ongoing Unhoarding Adventures (2022)”
Memories of Riding in a “Talking Car” – That Wasn’t KITT From “Knight Rider”
My husband and I have been watching reruns of the 1982 TV series “Knight Rider,” which unless you lived under a rock during that time or are… Read more “Memories of Riding in a “Talking Car” – That Wasn’t KITT From “Knight Rider””
Oscar Nominees 2022 (Films Released in 2021) – Based Entirely on Die Rolls
I’ve revived a blog “tradition” that died for a couple of years in a row because of the pandemic. Or maybe it was because I was too… Read more “Oscar Nominees 2022 (Films Released in 2021) – Based Entirely on Die Rolls”
If True Crime TV Shows Had a Rock ‘n Roll Soundtrack
I just recently finished watching yet another true crime TV series, in this case, “Secrets of the Morgue.” Ever since I was a young girl who enjoyed… Read more “If True Crime TV Shows Had a Rock ‘n Roll Soundtrack”
A Tall Woman’s Take – The Women of the Copper Country
Imagine you’re a woman in 1913 and living in what is now called Calumet, MI. Before doing that, you will need to know some things about the… Read more “A Tall Woman’s Take – The Women of the Copper Country”
REVISED MAY, 2021: How Dry They Are – Michigan State Parks With Alcohol Restrictions
The Michigan State Parks system turns 100 years old in 2019. This is part of an ongoing series of blogs about Michigan’s State Parks. This blog was… Read more “REVISED MAY, 2021: How Dry They Are – Michigan State Parks With Alcohol Restrictions”
So You Have An Emmy, Grammy, Oscar AND a Tony? GET OUT! List of EGOT Winners (as of August 8, 2021)
There is a an “elite” group of entertainment folks who have all four competitive awards for theater, movies, TV and music – which means they have at… Read more “So You Have An Emmy, Grammy, Oscar AND a Tony? GET OUT! List of EGOT Winners (as of August 8, 2021)”
You Might Be A Child of a Hippie If…
I always kind of cringe whenever Facebook notifies me that my brother has commented on one of my posts. I wouldn’t say we have a “bad” relationship,… Read more “You Might Be A Child of a Hippie If…”
(REVISED May 8, 2022) Cabins and Shelters You Can Rent in Michigan’s State Parks
Don’t have your own tent or recreational vehicle – but still want to go camping? No problem! The state of Michigan has a variety of different cabins,… Read more “(REVISED May 8, 2022) Cabins and Shelters You Can Rent in Michigan’s State Parks”
I Have My “Rumpus Room” Back! Update On My Wayward Wi-Fi Adventures…Also A Live Trivia Update
Two or three weeks ago, my laptop suddenly decided that it and the two Wi-Fi networks we have (2.4g and 5g) were just not getting along. After… Read more “I Have My “Rumpus Room” Back! Update On My Wayward Wi-Fi Adventures…Also A Live Trivia Update”
i Know I “Should” Be Writing A Real Blog, But…It’s Too Nice Out Today!
I did some shopping and errands earlier on my day off today. The lure of a nice day was too much for me to overcome this afternoon.… Read more “i Know I “Should” Be Writing A Real Blog, But…It’s Too Nice Out Today!”
Trivia Recap – Game # 671 – May 5, 2022 – Virtual Sporcle “Pub Quiz” Format
Sorry, no answers for this recap (except final question answer). Eventually I’ll get back into a groove with doing that. We were all too excited to have… Read more “Trivia Recap – Game # 671 – May 5, 2022 – Virtual Sporcle “Pub Quiz” Format”
Trivia Recap – Game # 670 – May 4, 2022 – Virtual Sporcle “Pub Trivia” Format
The Scottish duo The Proclaimers might have been willing to walk 500 miles for whomever they wrote that song about – but a couple of players on… Read more “Trivia Recap – Game # 670 – May 4, 2022 – Virtual Sporcle “Pub Trivia” Format”
Trivia Recap – Game # 669 – April 28, 2022 – Virtual Sporcle “Pub Quiz” Format
Editor’s Note: I do not have all of the answers to these questions, apologies to the readers who have come to expect that luxury (life happens). Also,… Read more “Trivia Recap – Game # 669 – April 28, 2022 – Virtual Sporcle “Pub Quiz” Format”
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