We just had a busy weekend. On Friday we took a mini-vacation and headed to Milwaukee where my niece and her long-time fiancee finally tied the knot! It was pouring rain when we left home, but on the other side of the state it was beautiful and sunny. Good thing – because it was an […]
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Norskedalen’s 2014 Threshing Bee

Fall is my favorite time of year. I love the cooler weather, being able to wear sweaters again, the changing colors of the trees, pumpkin and apple picking, apple cider, and hot cocoa … I could go on and on. One of my favorite events of fall took place this past weekend. It was the […]
Norskedalen Threshing Bee

Norskedalen Nature & Heritage Center is one of my favorite places in Wisconsin. Norskedalen means “Norwegian Valley”. Given our Norwegian ancestry, it’s not surprising we enjoy the place. But don’t think it’s only for Norwegians. It’s a great place to enjoy nature – and learn about our ancestors and their history. Papa loves history. In […]