Cupcake joins me to visit an island that has been virtually uninhabited for two centuries, even though millions pass within a couple hundred yards every year. It still has an interesting history of war, death, a lighthouse and it had plans. Plans that never happened. Join us as we explore [...]
Monthly Archives: July 2022
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The Alto Active Achievers Community Club brought Lowell’s history to life last weekend along the banks of the Grand River. This professionally executed production, sponsored by the Lowell Area Historical Society, and had a cast of 42 youngsters and several dedicated adults. The authentic story held strength, perseverance, loyalty and […]
I sat captivated by these ten, two-toed tiny creatures who would soon grow to be six to nine feet tall within a short span of three-four years. Hearing that the clutch of ostrich eggs had hatched at Alto’s zoo, Boulder Ridge Wild Animal Park, I was drawn like a magnet […]
My heart beat quickened as I walked along the wooden dock at South Haven’s Michigan Maritime Museum. There before me was a replica of the 1810 ship – Friends Good Will. Standing along the starboard side was Chuck, my strikingly handsome husband, dressed in era appropriate attire. After completing coursework, […]
This Lake Superior beach was peaceful when we arrived. One family was standing knee deep and splashing around in the water. To me, they were brave on this 70 degree day. The Legend It is said that an Ojibwa woman lost her lover to Lake Superior. For the rest of […]