Remembering Saint Cloud’s Centennial Celebration In the summer of 2009, my hometown of Saint Cloud, Wisconsin, celebrated its 100th anniversary. For a place as small as ours, a centennial celebration wasn’t just an event; it was a milestone and a moment for all of us to come together. I knew I had to be there…
A Film Photographer’s Journey Through The Little Farmer in Malone, Wisconsin What began as a passion for travel photography slowly transformed into a love for my home state of Wisconsin. Armed with a 35mm camera and a curious spirit, I began exploring Wisconsin with fresh eyes. From the rolling hills of the Driftless Area to…
Nestled within the serene landscapes of northwestern Wisconsin lies Canoe Bay. Canoe Bay is a sanctuary that epitomizes tranquility and refined luxury. As a distinguished member of the Relais & Châteaux collection, this 300-acre estate offers an intimate retreat designed exclusively for couples seeking respite from the demands of daily life. Culinary Delights Rooted in…
Exploring Acadia National Park: A Journey Through Coastal Beauty Nestled along the rugged coastline of Maine, Acadia National Park offers a breathtaking fusion of natural beauty, coastal landscapes, and rich history. As one of the first national parks east of the Mississippi, Acadia boasts an array of scenic wonders that can captivate any traveler. Whether…
The 100 Day Project begins today! My palms are sweaty and my heart is racing. I have no idea what I’m in for. Sure, it’s exciting at first, but aren’t all new endeavors? 100 blog posts in 100 days. It may not seem like much to you, but this is huge for me. This is…
I don’t believe in excessively entertaining children. It’s ok to be bored. In fact, that’s when creativity comes alive. My imagination explodes in the silence. So, why do we feel the need to be excessively entertaining children these days? We’re not doing them any favors by eliminating boredom. In fact, we’re doing more harm than…
Juliane Troicki asked if I’d be interested in collaborating on an exhibition. After hearing her ideas, I knew this was the perfect opportunity for me. Photographing inspiring women with my vision in mind. What could be more fitting? As a society, we need to learn how to support each other. It’s important to recognize our…
“Side Hustle” a phrase I keep hearing time and time again. Honestly, I don’t like it, it makes me anxious. I can’t stand the thought of hustling anymore. I’m doing the best I can. Don’t I have enough on my plate already? Enough is enough, no more hustling. Instead, I keep reminding myself that I’m in…
I’m confident it’s possible to control my autoimmune disease through organic produce. But, it’s NO easy task. Since attempting a gluten, dairy and egg free diet, I’ve experimented with baking several recipes. The key to this is EXPERIMENTED. My daughter didn’t even want to eat the first attempt and she eats everything. Through trial and…
It’s raining A LOT during these last days of summer vacation. All this rain gives me to perfect opportunity to read my favorite children’s books. I can honestly say, we didn’t read enough books during this summer vacation. I think time flies by faster with each passing year. But this week, we made extra time…
