Detroit Zoo

It is a blessing to be in a marriage where we both have the same time off together.  Of course, we make the most of it by travelling and spending time with each other.   For February, it was mild.  Almost spring-like in the brisk feel…

Lake Michigan

We finally did it! We have now seen all the Great Lakes. It was a brisk February afternoon, and the wind was chilly coming off the lake.  We missed the ice storm that covered the lighthouse in a dress of frozen water, but that did…

Midwest Minatures Museum

This place was so amazing; I only wish that it was bigger. The Midwest Miniature Museum has been on my “Top Priority List” since I first learned of it.  It features some of the most amazing, incredibly detailed miniature versions of life.  When Charlene tagged…

Meadow Brook Hall

Meadow Brook Hall is located on the grounds of Oakland University in Michigan. There is nothing sadder than losing a husband early in a marriage.  Understandably, the widow would travel to Europe for a while and eventually return to America and get a new husband.  …

Fall Foliage

It is that fantastic time of year again when nature sings out in colours via the Fall Foliage! The annual change of the leaves attracts many people to go out and view the spectacle.  But when is the best time to view them? Fortunately, every…