This is part two of the trip to Moline, Illinois with Lisa and our friend Scott. We visited the John Deere Pavilion in Moline, and the Field of Dreams Movie Site in Dyersville, Iowa. This is about our must-have treats at Lagomarcino’s, a soda fountain and chocolate shop that is a longtime favorite in the … Continue reading Maquoketa Caves State Park
“If you build it, he will come.” “Man, I did love this game. I’d have played for food money. It was the game…The sounds, the smells. Did you ever hold a ball or a glove to your face?“ “Is this Heaven? No, it’s Iowa.” Scroll down to see more photos and read more about the … Continue reading Field of Dreams
Men are from Mars. There’s a man in the moon. The moon is made of cheese. That’s one small step for man, one giant leap for Muenster. I’m over the moon about Mars Cheese Castle. Scroll down to see more photos and read more about Mars Cheese Castle. The next time you’re on I-94 north … Continue reading Mars Cheese Castle
This is the third and final part about Galena, Illinois. Galena Country offers an escape featuring: natural recreation, special events, unique shopping, fine dining, local tastings, and an historic flair that will enrich your experience. Scroll down to see more photos and read more about Galena. Things that go bump in the night clink glasses … Continue reading Galena
This is part two of three about Galena, Illinois. Irish Cottage Inn & Suites readily proved to be the best accommodations. When you know, you know. Scroll down to see more photos and read more about Irish Cottage Inn & Suites. Lisa and I will return to Galena for more sightseeing, and more of Irish … Continue reading Irish Cottage Inn & Suites
This is part one of three about Galena, Illinois. Galena Roasters was the first stop. It was time to “Drink better coffee.” Scroll down to see more photos and read more about Galena Roasters. As Lisa and I enjoyed our nitro coffee, Geoffrey Mikol, professional artist and owner of River Bend Galleries, stopped by for … Continue reading Galena Roasters
The time is summer, and the place is Michigan. Let’s go to St. Joseph, enjoy everything, and take some photos! Scroll down to see more photos and read more about St. Joseph, Michigan. I asked everyone for their thoughts. Mom: “I would like to relax for the weekend in St. Joseph. It’s a short drive … Continue reading St. Joseph
“Tranquility base here. The Eagle has landed.”—Neil Armstrong; July 20, 1969 “I want to fly like an eagleTo the seaFly like an eagleLet my spirit carry me”—Steve Miller; August 13, 1976 Scroll down to see more photos and read more about Eagle Watch Weekend at Starved Rock. “The hike up Starved Rock was a great … Continue reading Eagle Watch Weekend at Starved Rock
Last month, Lisa and I stopped in Middleton, Wisconsin to visit Grace Coffee Company and National Mustard Museum. This second leg of our journey would take us to New Glarus where we experienced: Swiss + German fine dining, the origin of “Only in Wisconsin” beer, world champion cheese, fresh original pizza like we remember, coffee … Continue reading New Glarus
It’s the traditional back-to-school month, so let’s start with a pop quiz. What should you never put on a hot dog?a) Hershey’s Chocolate Syrupb) Black coffeec) Elmer’s Glued) Bactinee) Ketchup or Catsupf) All of the aboveg) None of the above It’s true that you could answer correctly with choice (f), but that wouldn’t cut the … Continue reading Grace Coffee x Mustard Museum
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