Mount Calvary 44s Baseball Team

By laura / July 2, 2025 / Comments Off on Mount Calvary 44s Baseball Team

The Heart Behind the Number: How the Mount Calvary 44s Got Their Name In the world of travel baseball, it’s easy to get caught up in wins and stats.  But for the Mount Calvary 44s baseball team, the game carries a deeper meaning.  Every time the Mount Calvary 44s take the field, they do so…

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Leica M6 35mm Film Camera

By laura / June 11, 2025 / Comments Off on Leica M6 35mm Film Camera

Through the Viewfinder: Slowing Down with a Leica M6 There’s something magnetic about German engineering.  The precision, history, and intentionality behind every detail.  For me, as a film photographer, that magnetism pulled me straight toward the Leica M6. The Leica M6 not only captures images, but also helps me process the world around me.  It’s more…

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French Countryside Offers Lessons In Slowing Down

By laura / May 7, 2025 / Comments Off on French Countryside Offers Lessons In Slowing Down

An Unlocked Gate in the French Countryside: A Lesson in Slowing Down Traveling has taught me a lot over the years.  I’ve learned about the world, photography, and most importantly, myself.  There’s a clarity that comes from being alone with your thoughts, with only your camera and a stretch of road ahead.  But even then,…

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Google Maps Guidance Through French Countryside

By laura / April 30, 2025 / Comments Off on Google Maps Guidance Through French Countryside

Folding Travel Map or Google Maps? There’s something wildly romantic about the idea of driving through the French countryside.  The quiet villages dot the landscape like something out of a storybook.  While my trip through rural France certainly had its breathtaking moments, it also came with unexpected lessons, some charming, some a bit inconvenient, and…

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River Wildlife Kohler Wisconsin Celebration

By laura / April 17, 2025 / Comments Off on River Wildlife Kohler Wisconsin Celebration

Celebrating 70 at River Wildlife in Kohler, Wisconsin Some celebrations feel like magic because of the love behind every detail.  That’s exactly what unfolded at River Wildlife in Kohler, Wisconsin, where a close-knit family gathered to honor their beloved wife and mother on her 70th birthday. Nestled within 500 acres of lush wilderness, River Wildlife…

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Organic Farmer Collaborates With Paddock Club

By laura / April 8, 2025 / Comments Off on Organic Farmer Collaborates With Paddock Club

A Harvest of Love: An Organic Farmer’s Dream Wedding on Her Own Land There’s something magical about a wedding that’s rooted in intention-where every detail reflects not only love, but a way of life.  That was the case for Robyn Calvey, a passionate organic farmer whose dream wedding took place right on the land she…

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Elkhart Lake Wisconsin At Dawn

By laura / March 26, 2025 / Comments Off on Elkhart Lake Wisconsin At Dawn

Elkhart Lake at Dawn: A Solitary Stroll The town of Elkhart Lake, Wisconsin, still sleeps as I step onto its quiet streets with a camera in hand.  In these early hours, a hush makes the world feel untouched, as if I’m walking through a painting that hasn’t quite dried. I wander the historic streets and…

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Big Green Egg Grilling Night

By laura / March 26, 2025 / Comments Off on Big Green Egg Grilling Night

The Big Green Egg: A Labor of Love As a blogger, I often reflect on the messages I put out into the world..  Whether it’s through words, photographs, or the stories I share, I know that what I create has an impact.  But beyond the digital space, there’s an even greater audience watching-my children. The…

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Defying Gravity Lyrics Inspire Me

By laura / March 17, 2025 / Comments Off on Defying Gravity Lyrics Inspire Me

WICKED the Musical takes my breath away. As a visual artist, the world of live theater is more than just entertainment-it’s a wellspring of artistic inspiration.  The shifting lights, the expressive costumes, the emotional storytelling, and the larger-than-life performances all spark new ideas for me.  Wicked has held a special place in my heart for…

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Canoe Bay Organic Garden

By laura / March 10, 2025 /

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…

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