Are you ready for spring? Here’s my top 10 things to help get you get there! I do love the snow guys don’t get me wrong. But by mid February I start to get vitamin D withdrawals like crazy. I know I have told you I’m a Leo. I NEED the sunshine. There is something […]

Do you have a favorite spot? Everyone has one. A favorite spot. A place they go to or run to when they want to cheer up, get out, look forward not back. A place that brings happiness and contentment. Somewhere that is a bit of a drive but closer to home so you can visit […]

The Awassa trails are by far our favorite winter hiking spot! What can I say but the Awassa trails are amazing! The trails are wide, easy to hike, mainly flat, and the forest is absolutely incredible. I’ll include what Vilas County has to say: LENGTH:1.0 to 4.4 mi LOCATION:From the intersection of Hwy 155 & […]

The birthplace of the snowmobile! Sayner, Wisconsin is the birthplace of the snowmobile. It is a small town 15 miles northwest of Eagle River in Vilas County. I never knew the snowmobile was invented here until last weekend. Shame on me. The inventor of the snowmobile: Carl Eliason Snowmobiling was born here in the 1920s, when […]

My roasted Brussels Sprouts will change your life! Do you guys have a favorite vegetables? I guess I really don’t but in winter we live on these. Roasted Brussels sprouts are great with steak, chicken, or with fish……just about any meal. You can doctor them up with whatever you like. You can add balsamic, parmesan, […]

Life is tough, even when we are trying SO hard to celebrate and be merry! Life can be tough! After what feels like one of my toughest day’s alive I guess I needed to hear this. Yesterday was awful. I have to be truly honest and tell you that I have to really, really think […]

Our Great Christmas Tree Adventure this year was an incredible experience. The sun was shining brightly and helped show us the way to our special tree that will be the highlight of our holidays.

Good morning and Happy Thanksgiving. I’ve included my recipe for dutch oven bread for all of you and some tips on my Thanksgiving table!

The holidays can be stressful. Trust me, I know. I am going to share a holiday tip or two that gets me through. They are all easy and make a BIG impact on your planning and also your work/life balance through the season! I promise it will help! Holiday Tip #1: Great Gifts and Decor […]

This lasagna recipe is easy and excellent! Lasagna is ALL about two things: time and ingredients. If you buy fresh, get the best cheeses, and tomatoes, it will be INCREDIBLE, and a very special treat. You can also make this ahead of time and entertain the fanciest of guests, or the closest of family. Lasagna […]