Our first trip during the pandemic was to Ely, Minnesota a four hour drive north of the Twin Cities. It was a much needed break from our quarantined life and revitalized the soul with the beauty of nature. Continue reading
“Go not abroad for happiness. For see! It is a flower that blossoms by thy door”. – Minot J. Savage We just returned from a week’s summer vacation “up north” in Minnesota near the Canadian border. We began our trip … Continue reading
Despite the trauma and tragedy of being under a federal ICE occupation for over two months, the immense need to restore our community will be here for months to come. Here are some ways you can help. Continue reading
Fall is a glorious time to be outside in Minnesota and there is no better way to explore the stunning fall foliage than during a hike along Minnesota’s North Shore. Less than four hours away from the Twin Cities of Minneapolis … Continue reading
Less than four hours away from the Twin Cities of Minneapolis and St. Paul, lay hundreds of opportunities to explore pure and relatively untouched nature. Extending for 150 miles along the rocky shoreline of Lake Superior from Duluth to Canada, the … Continue reading
The magical glow of autumn colors in Northern Minnesota is one of the most beautiful displays of color I have ever seen. Given the fact that we have over 12,000 lakes to choose from in the state, there are plenty … Continue reading
“Keep close to Nature’s heart… and break clear away, once in awhile, and climb a mountain or spend a week in the woods. Wash your spirit clean. John Muir Growing up, I was surrounded by nature. Our home in the … Continue reading
“In every walk with nature one receives far more than he seeks”.- John Muir Extending for 150 miles along the rocky shoreline of Lake Superior from Duluth to Canada, lies the North Shore, a place of unspoiled beauty and pristine … Continue reading
“Clouds come floating into my life, no longer to carry rain or usher storm, but to add color to my sunset sky”. – Rabindranath Tagore Those who have followed my blog or my Instagram account for a while, know by … Continue reading
Winters in Minnesota are long and cold yet there is beauty and solitidue to find for those who seek it. Living in Southwest Minneapolis has its share of nature. Continue reading
There is something about summer that is truly fun. It is a time of year that I always feel once again like I am sixteen. The warm summer skies and sun make me come alive with energy and a sense … Continue reading
“Keep close to Nature’s heart… and break clear away, once in awhile, and climb a mountain or spend a week in the woods. Wash your spirit clean”. – John Muir About five hours north of Minneapolis and 14 miles short … Continue reading
