Midwest Living

There are many misconceptions about life in the Midwest. People have asked me if there is electricity, movie theaters, and malls here. There seems to be a general understanding these exist in large metropolitan cities but not in rural areas. I assure you, there is a lot more to living in the Midwest than most people realize.

Some would say I should not share all of these Midwest living adventures because everyone will want to visit. But I want to dispel the myths and stereotypes to show the world what Midwest living is really like.

We have crazy weather; yes our winters are long but no it’s not most of the year; yes our winters are cold but our summers are hot. We have all four seasons and know how to enjoy each and every one.

Our lakes are beautiful, the bluffs are majestic, and the prairies have sunsets to rival any landscape anywhere. The food options are incredible, most people are kind, and the outdoor adventures are plentiful. We have fantastic concerts, beautiful art, and unique festivals.

The Midwest is an incredible place to live and visit but it’s not for the faint of heart. Visit if you dare…

Midwest Living, Midwest Travel and Life

Romantic Movie for Valentine’s Day? 5 Favorites to Watch

Who doesn’t want to watch a romantic movie for Valentine’s Day? Ok so a lot of people but Valentine’s Day is coming so I thought I’d write about some of my favorite romantic movies. I love watching romantic comedies, dramedies, and dramas. Even when I was single. Not always on Valentine’s Day, Valentine’s Day was spent watching re-runs of Sex…

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Midwest Living, Midwest Travel and Life

World Snow Sculpting Championship – Stillwater, Minnesota

Last weekend I went to the World Snow Sculpting championship in Stillwater Minnesota. It was SO COOL! Both literally and figuratively!! I’m amazed by the talent of these artists. Not that I expected a bunch of amateur-looking snowmen like I’d see driving around any neighborhood this time of year. But these sculptures were true works of art that in a…

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Midwest Living, Midwest Travel and Life

Bathroom Medicine Cabinet Makeover

I’m progressing nicely through the bathroom makeover project and next up is the medicine cabinet. Much like the needed update for the vanity, the medicine cabinet needed a lot of love!! I’ve never been a huge fan of the medicine cabinet or the lights in my bathroom. The medicine cabinet light had Hollywood lights built into the medicine cabinet but…

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Midwest Living, Midwest Travel and Life

Bathroom Makeover Project – Painting Walls

Next up on my bathroom makeover project is painting walls. I LOVE to paint!! There are a lot of people who hate it or tolerate it, but I really love painting! I find it very meditative and relaxing. It takes some focus and concentration but no actual brain power. Basically, it’s mindless but still requires focus on the task. Painting…

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