You know those days that you know are going to be terrible from the moment you get out of bed? Well, think about the polar opposite of… Read more “Reflecting Upon A Recent Perfect Tuesday Afternoon (Tawas Point State Park, MI)”
Category: If You Don’t Like Michigan Weather, Wait Five Minutes (unless it’s a snowstorm)
It’s October! Which Means It’s Cabin Trip Time! :)
I haven’t posted much on this blog site lately. I’ve been busy, the weather has been nice, and my shifts at work have been pretty damn tiring… Read more “It’s October! Which Means It’s Cabin Trip Time! :)”
Rifle River (MI) Camping Trip July, 2021 Recap – Reunions, Dog Bites and Car Trouble – Oh My!
My husband and I got back from a three-night camping trip in mid Michigan last night. In a loaner vehicle (more about that in a bit, it’s… Read more “Rifle River (MI) Camping Trip July, 2021 Recap – Reunions, Dog Bites and Car Trouble – Oh My!”
Sixty-Nine, Dudes! Michigan State Parks, That Is…
As of this past weekend, I’ve visited 69 of Michigan’s state parks and recreation areas (including designated historic sites)! Last weekend’s “check-off” adventures included visits to Clear… Read more “Sixty-Nine, Dudes! Michigan State Parks, That Is…”
A Michigan Winter “Heat Wave” Is Happening!
We’re in the midst of a “winter heat wave” in Michigan! Yesterday, temps hit 46 degrees Fahrenheit (7 degrees Celsius). I did some house cleaning on Tuesday… Read more “A Michigan Winter “Heat Wave” Is Happening!”
Now Where Did I Put That Snow Shovel? Digging Out of Uri’s Aftermath…
The last time I cleared any snow from our deck on the rear side of our house, which faces the woods, was inauguration day. I thought it… Read more “Now Where Did I Put That Snow Shovel? Digging Out of Uri’s Aftermath…”
Finally – REAL Winter Weather in Michigan! Also, Bars in Michigan Open Feb. 1!
Editor’s note: For those of you who intend to test your brains against my upcoming annual birthday trivia questions on Feb. 11, pay attention! There may be… Read more “Finally – REAL Winter Weather in Michigan! Also, Bars in Michigan Open Feb. 1!”
Latest Cabin Adventure – Orchard Beach State Park (Manistee, MI) – A View So Wonderful Everybody Wants Some! And Your Picnic Table, Too!
If you allow a “seasoned” camper to blather on long enough about their various adventures, sooner or later the phrase “camper courtesy” will come up. It can… Read more “Latest Cabin Adventure – Orchard Beach State Park (Manistee, MI) – A View So Wonderful Everybody Wants Some! And Your Picnic Table, Too!”
What Happens When You Let Gale-Force Winds From Lake Michigan Give Your Hair a “Blowout?”
Just got back from our annual fall “Up North” adventure about a half hour ago, so I’m just now making a vain attempt to catch up with… Read more “What Happens When You Let Gale-Force Winds From Lake Michigan Give Your Hair a “Blowout?””
Five Lakes, Four Days – Getting a Jump on Labor Day Weekend 2020!
My husband and I decided to get a jump on Labor Day weekend and essentially do our four-day weekend early – ahead of the holiday traffic madness!… Read more “Five Lakes, Four Days – Getting a Jump on Labor Day Weekend 2020!”
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