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
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
“All this way for chicken?” That’s what I said years ago as a kid when my grandmother drove me, my father and family for some celebrated chicken dinner. Except it was for hours in the dark, and nobody really knew how long the drive, and we were getting hangry. My grandmother took it well, sitting … Continue reading Frankenmuth
It was 28 years in between my last visit as a child to Japan and my first as an adult. For some reason, I always imagined that I would be stepping onto the airport tarmac for my long-awaited return. With the standardization of passenger bridges for boarding and deboarding, I often wondered why I held … Continue reading Japan Photo Archive: Part Three
Last month, in Japan Photo Archive: Part One, we (re)visited my trip to Japan in June, in June. This month, we (re)visit my trip to Japan in October, in July. At this rate the stars just might realign, and all will be right with the world once again. No pressure. Scroll down to see more … Continue reading Japan Photo Archive: Part Two
If I had One Wish, it would be to take me to Another Place, and just After The Rain. June is the month of tsuyu (rainy season) in Japan. It is a time of refreshment, newness, bright colors, and relaxing soundscape. The rains are welcoming and nurturing. Everyone wants to be out in the comforting showers … Continue reading Japan Photo Archive: Part One
The Simple Luxuries 