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Mystery Sea Creature
Last week’s column starred a mystery bird. This week I’m challenging you to guess a sea creature, one that played a trick on me and then gave me a cheeky smile. In the wild, Delphinapterus leucas lives in the cold Arctic and sub-Arctic, but my first encounter with her was at Chicago’s Shedd Aquarium. I […]
Can you Guess this Mystery Raptor?
As I stroll down a peaceful Wisconsin Dells road framed by giant pine trees, a high-pitched squeal draws my eyes upward. Can you guess which bird flies above me? It has a seven-foot wingspan and is heading toward the river where its keen eyes can spot a tasty snack from a mile away. It will […]
A Wave to the Men and Women in Blue
I am cruising from Portage to Wisconsin Dells along the smooth stretch on Highway 16 when a police car that was half-hidden alongside the road pulls out and follows me. Maybe you know the feeling of having your stomach drop down to your toes. I check my speed and slow down. He or she keeps […]
Best Discoveries of 2023
I enjoy skimming the wrap-ups of the year and thought it would be fun to poll my Wisconsin friends and family about 2023. I asked for “best discoveries” and got a wide range, including book recommendations and goal setting. I was inspired to use the goal setting recommendation and now have 3 goals for 2024. […]
Tested by the Spirit of Christmas
I met Shelley Mordini in her haunted office. Details about the building formerly owned by the Ringling brothers appear at the end of this column. I was in a holiday mood and excited to hear Shelley tell the story I call, “Tested by the Spirit of Christmas.” Shelley’s acquaintance, Corey Hartman, remembers the ghost of […]
Forever Homes for Holy Land Donkeys
I recently read a book where the main character, Patrick, who ran a donkey sanctuary, had to ask a vet to give a suffering donkey a lethal injection. Afterward, the donkey’s bonded buddy was overcome with grief. He had grazed alongside his friend and they’d often touched noses. They were happiest when together. Now his […]
Ways to Stress Less and Enjoy Christmas More
When I look at the calendar and count the days until Christmas, I get anxious. Maybe this happens to you, too. As Christmas approaches, here are some tips to stress less and enjoy more. This December devote time for yourself. What did you love to do as a child during this time of year? Was […]
Forget the turkey. What is my bid?
Most Thanksgiving hosts prepare for the big day by grocery shopping, baking, and cleaning, but I’ve dusted off heirlooms and “treasures” for a family auction. Mind you, no money is exchanged and if two people show interest in something, we work it out. We will hold the auction in our living room after dinner when […]