Last week I blogged about our experience at the Headwaters of the Mississippi River while on vacation. Little did I know when I posted that picture of the father pulling his disabled son across the Mississippi that it would get the attention that it did. A lot has happened since that post on my social media sites last weekend. It exploded or as some would … Continue reading WOW! WHAT A RESPONSE
Roxie and I were at the Headwaters of the Mississippi River last Wednesday morning. It’s one of the most visited sites in Minnesota. I think most Minnesotans have walked across the beginning of this mighty river that is located in Itasca State Park. Something unexpected happened while we were there. We arrived in the morning and I was surprised at how many people were already … Continue reading A MEMORABLE MOMENT
I’ve been at the Swift County Fair in Appleton since Wednesday. I enjoy each and every county fair I attend, but for some reason the Swift County Fair is special. As I was driving home from the fair the other night, I found myself wondering why I like the Swift County Fair so much. It’s just fun and friendly. It seems like it’s genuinely a … Continue reading WHY DO I LIKE THE SWIFT COUNTY FAIR SO MUCH?
I think Friday was the best day of the summer for me. I spent it with my granddaughter Adelyn, we were at a fair eating fair food and the weather was perfect with temperatures in the 60’s. We had VIP tickets to one of our favorite groups, Tigerlily Gold, in the evening. I also was working in the Q-92 fair booth visiting with people, which I … Continue reading FUN SUMMER
22 years ago my son Josh started a family tradition. We call it the Raymo Cup. The first Raymo Cup was held in the St Cloud area and included me, my son Josh and my brother Greg and his son Nicholas. At the time Josh and Greg loved to golf and golfed often. I was just starting to golf. This event has grown over the … Continue reading ANOTHER RAYMO CUP
It was a spur of the moment decision. My friend Dan called me Friday about 5pm. I was just leaving work and heading to pick up some takeout at the Sticks Bar and Grill. I had ordered the ribs and chicken from the Sticks for dinner and was looking forward to spending a quiet evening at home with my wife and enjoying some ribs. That … Continue reading FRIENDS AND FIREWORKS
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