Camping is defined as "the activity of spending a vacation in a camp, tent or camper." So says one dictionary, anyway. For some of us, it's simply getting away from "home base" for a night, preferably in nature. Below, in photos and captions, some recent one-night getaways in Michigan's far-north (Upper Peninsula). This lighthouse, captured … Continue reading Camping
There's something about walking in nature, or "hiking." (If it's not natural terrain, it's called "walking." 😊) The eyes and ears open and life's stresses melt away, at least for a while. The Japanese call this forest bathing, and have exported this idea as a form of nature therapy. Whether you call it hiking or … Continue reading Hiking/Forest Bathing
I've camped around bears and beavers and tiny biting things, but never wild horses -- until this week. Wow. They may be wild, but they sure are bold. Chincoteague Island is more known for wild horses because of the book ("Misty of Chincoteague") and its "pony swim." (A pony is just a smaller version of … Continue reading Camping With Wild Horses
Why is white still the top-selling sheet color? A feeling of "clean." Why do brides wear white at weddings? Hmm...maybe we'll leave that one alone. But this one is easy: Why does a fresh snowfall lift my spirits? Because the world looks clean for awhile. We've endured too much in recent years of dirty talk, … Continue reading White = Clean
Boo has a boo-boo. A scary one. It made me want to boo-hoo, until it was treated. But on this Thanksgiving Day, I'm grateful for this. Why? Because she's purring again after five days of silence. Because she reminds us that bad days give way to better days, then good days, and even great days. … Continue reading Boo’s Boo-Boo
Is it possible to overdose on a good thing? Maybe. Anything that is too common can lose its "specialness." That's why change is a good thing, including the seasons. The color season in Michigan's Upper Peninsula was extended this year, accentuated by Northern Lights and full moon. It almost became common. Almost. Here are some examples … Continue reading Color Overdose?
We like Canada, don't we? We're not only neighbors, we're friends. (At least I think we still are, though recent political trends have caused some strain.) And we share a continent! So I was glad to get to know it better during our recent Lake Superior Circle Tour. This is Pt. 2 of my first … Continue reading Lake Superior Circle Tour – Pt 2
Croatia on the Adriatic Sea is one of the most interesting countries in the world. Forged in war, it shares borders with five countries. Its older citizens have strong memories of the latest war, in the 1990s, and remember America's role in helping end it. (We remain close military and economic allies.) Its younger citizens … Continue reading Adriatic by E-Bike – Pt 2
Travel to a new area opens both eyes and minds. It builds perspective and empathy. It can even build fitness. At least that was the idea behind my recent bike-and-boat trip to Croatia on the Adriatic Sea -- my 3rd overseas trip involving bicycles and 2nd involving both a bike and a boat. But this … Continue reading The Adriatic By E-Bike – Pt. 1
Every choice has consequences -- often several levels of them -- and the challenge is to imagine those consequences in advance. This certainly applies to house-building. Less than a year ago, we began building The Cabin at Many Moons. Many choices later, it continues to come alive. The nerves (electrical system) and vital fluids (plumbing) … Continue reading Third-Level Effects
For Many Moons 