Naniboujou Lodge
A few days at a remarkably well-preserved 1920s lodge on the north shore of Lake Superior.
Tiny Diner Minneapolis
One of the best patios in town and a menu created only with produce grown on its very own farm.
Columbia River Highway Day Trip
Day trip from Portland along the historic Columbia River Highway.
Beach Weekend
We made it back out to the beach for a long weekend a few weeks ago. Lots of walking and dune picnics and that’s about all there is to tell!
Six Oregon Beaches
Six of the beaches we visited in January.
An update from the coast
I know it’s been way too long since I’ve been around here. And I don’t mean the almost total absence since I posted from the road, but since we left Berlin…and even arguably before that. And really what is up with that? Especially in the…
Farewell, Friend
Today the world lost a lovely lady and this blog lost a loyal reader and friend. My heart is heavy for her family and their huge loss. It will be hard to know that, from here on out, the blog posts I write will not be answered…
Winter Scenes
Winter came early this year. It began exactly on November 10, when I opened my eyes to this scene outside. I’ve been trying to make the best of it—baking and cooking a lot. Also we got a new rug, which has changed everything and I…
Pumpkin Pie with Fresh Pumpkin
Greetings from our Thanksgiving test kitchen, where we are turning pumpkin pie indifference into love.
Camping on Lake Superior: Lamb’s Resort
This huge piece of lakeshore property has been in the family since the 1920s.
Mighty Oaks in Berlin
Hovland, Minnesota
AKA the Scandinavian Riviera.
