Posted in Meandering Missouri

Christmas Season in Missouri

The music was definitely the highlight of the show. They sang a variety of songs from traditional Christmas carols to…

Posted in Iowa Meandering Personal To the East

Summer 2021 to the East

My heart is full! Took my ‘08 Winnebago View, affectionately known as BESSie, more than 2,500 miles through Iowa, Illinois,…

Posted in Meandering To the West

The cross at Groom, Texas

At the cross at the cross where I first saw the light And the burden of my heart rolled away…

Posted in Meandering South Dakota

Giants of the fields and more – near Andover, SD

Puffy white clouds over seas of almost neon green rolling landscapes are a treat but there is so much more…

Posted in Meandering Minnesota

Wagon train funds Special Olympics – Walters, MN

Sometimes you don’t have to travel far to find delightful adventure. Sometimes what looks like just an adventure is so…

Covered bridge at Zumbrota, MN
Posted in Meandering Minnesota

One covered bridge survives – Zumbrota, MN

Barn red is a striking contrast to the lush green Minnesota landscape. Creaking sounds beneath my feet releases the distinct…

Julie Marschalk in front of sign pointing to location of You Betcha Cafe in Alden, MN
Posted in Meandering Minnesota

You Betcha it’s great food – Alden, MN

SADLY THIS ESTABLISHMENT IS PERMANENTLY CLOSED. It was evident that the morning had just improved! Several locals who occupied a…

Posted in Meandering North Dakota

Enjoy the ride! Cowboy Hall of Fame – Medora, ND

Cowboy up and pause for a moment to notice the bronze sculptures outside and the building entrance. They will give…

Lakeside patio at Marina Lodge - Fairmont, MN
Posted in Meandering Minnesota

Summers are divine at Marina Lodge – Fairmont, MN

The lakeside patio at The Marina Lodge brings together sights, sounds, aromas and tastes that make Minnesota summers divine! Though…

Posted in Meandering Minnesota

The SPAM Museum-a delightful experience for most tastes – Austin, MN

Canned pork seems like such a simple product, but the 125-year-old company Hormel markets SPAM as so much more than…