Stories from the 44th Parallel

Would we flip the sucker over right close to shore for the neighbor’s entertainment, or would we actually be able to get into the sleek stre

You never know what path your life will take. Sometimes the path towards what you think you want ends up being a detour to something you wer

If there was a single person I could name in the whole wide world that was THE MOST excited about flying airplanes, it would have to be Davi

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

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’...

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 strong...

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 goo...

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, “Youn...

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

Living the Dream Series When I was a child, I remember the movie, “Alice in Wonderland,” as a really weird kids movie that did nothing bu...

Steps to becoming a pilot. The solo flight was a goal that seemed a long way out of reach for this pilot, and contrary to what many belie...

Another goal towards realizing the dream. It was a cold November day with a steady wind coming out of the west, and light snow accumulati...

Reaching for a goal can be a daunting task. Especially if the goal ends up being harder to achieve than you ever imagined. Learning how t...

What does YOUR dream look like? A dream will remain a dream until you decide to do something about making it a reality. Oftentimes, peopl...

Are you Living the Dream? It turns out there are many definitions of the term, “Living the Dream.” Originally, the term came from the exp...

One year ago, I was told that the only reason I am where I’m at in life is because I married my husband. Completely shocked that someone w...