We walked to the Piazza del Popolo in Rome, Italy last February 2020. We had wanted to investigate Basilica Parrocchiale Santa Maria del Popolo located at the piazza. After perusing the church, we made our way into the center of the plaza. With scaffolding rising near an entrance we nearly […]
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As a retired elementary teacher, I fancy anything to do with youngsters’ learning and school operations. Ever since I felt “the pure joy” of witnessing my little sister learn her ABC’s under my direction, I was hooked. I knew I wanted to be a teacher ever since I was four […]
I have always visited Mackinac in the summer when Main Street is teeming with horses, carriages, bikes and many, many people. Main Street felt as if we’d found a supernatural museum. The roadway was so peaceful and serene. What’s it like to live on this small island year round? Margaret […]
Where do all the Mackinac Island horses go in the winter? Chuck thought they relaxed by sitting at a bar drinking while wearing derby caps. I adore his imagination. Sometimes I have to roll my eyes, though. We were curious and started our research. After digging deeper, we found several […]
In preparing for our winter escapade to Mackinac Island, I researched the fascinating history of the area. This is the first in a series of articles about the island and the people who have called it home. The Anishnaabek (also known as the Odawa, Ojibway and Potawatomi) tribes inhabited the […]
Chuck and I huddled next to the graffiti wall watching for others to knock on Barbara’s door. We weren’t sure which one belonged to our hostess. Barbara invites travelers into her home for a gourmet Roman meal. Strangers come together under her roof for an evening. We were uneasy about […]