Stories from the 44th Parallel

Instead of weakening yourself with worry, arm yourself with the knowing how to keep yourself and others safe. Control the things you know yo

As we get peppered with Covid-19 live news updates, state and government mandates, and social media shockers, it is imperative that we keep our minds healthy...

our little shake-n-bake experience with Brian so long ago was nothing compared to getting struck by lightening

It was the end of summer 1982. My friend and I were enjoying one last bonfire before school started the following week. The sky twinkled with a billion stars...

Fears come in many forms and develop from episodes in your life. What are your fears?

I had been on the road for an hour an a half. Not wanting to stop to use a public restroom, my bladder felt as if it were about to burst by the time I wheele...

It had been at least 6 months since last having a Wendy’s hamburger. Swinging through the drive-thru for a quick lunch on the go, I wasn’t prepared for how m...

The morning was balmy and beautiful. With temperatures on the rise, this February morning promised a gorgeous day ahead. So long as the gusty winds would hol...

It was a typical Sunday. I had three loads of laundry to tend to, a house to clean, and I still needed to ride the dreaded exercise bike. Since the ice first...

I have to admit that I like how I feel after adopting the Younger Next Year lifestyle since January 1st. Who wouldn’t want to feel stronger, have more stamin...

It was 5:00 am when my husband startled me awake. “Where’s your phone? Is it right here?” “Huh? What?” I mumbled, scrubbing the sleep from my eyes and wishin...

It sits stoic and bold in my living room. Just the looks of this machine promises health benefits beyond your wildest imagination. Easy to mount with a big s...

The fat flakes of snow flew every which way, but mostly sideways. Along with the northern wind came the frigid cold, and the only way the birds kept warm wer...

I went for my annual physical last week. The doctor asked me, “What’s new?” I said, “I’m older!” He said, “That’s good!” “How is that good?” I laughed. “Beca...

The morning I left the county airport for the MBS (Midland, Bay City, Saginaw International Airport), I was a bundle of nerves. As a pilot, all I needed to d...

I marked the first week of the New Year by logging 45 minutes a day on the exercise bike, all due to the teachings of Doc Lodge in, “Younger Next Year for Wo...

I am so excited about ice fishing this year! After watching all the fishing action right from our living room last season, we decided a bit late to join in t...

After a time of celebration with family and unwrapping holiday gifts, it is with excitement and optimism that we open the greatest present of all… the start ...

If there was an award given for the person having the most Christmas Spirit, I believe my Mom would win it… hands down! First off, she has her house decorate...