“…and the seasons they go round and round…”

I was hoping to share updates throughout this summer’s book tour. What a lovely adventure! I met so many interesting … More

Routines, Hobbies, and Health

Which routines are most important to you? Daily exercise? Monthly coffee with friends? What about seasonal routines like planting flowers … More

A year ago Chad and I began a construction project: A sunroom facing the woods. While experiencing the all-too-common pandemic … More

To busk: Dancing, singing, or reciting on the street or in a public place (dictionary.com) Summer 2020 sure seems off … More

A well known Michigan landmark is our Mackinac Bridge, or the Mighty Mac, connecting the upper and lower peninsula. We … More

If your palate is nudging you to try something new, check out The Latin House in Grand Rapids, Michigan! Here … More

Last month, I tagged along with Chad while he attended a work conference on Mackinac Island. This lovely historic landmark … More

This past weekend, Kilkenny Corkers opened for the Irish band, One for the Foxes. Thank you to the audience members … More

“Well, in the Straits of Mackinac, There’s about as much water as you ever saw. Folks that lived there tried … More

I recently finished a fascinating book about Mozart, his pet starling (an influential muse for the musical genius), and the … More