The Scenic Overlook We were driving in Door County on HWY 42 north of Sister Bay and just south of Ellison Bay. Those magical words in white on a large brown metal sign that no one who loves beauty can resist. The words “Scenic Overlook.” It had an arrow pointing down a road. I am not sure but I think the name Ellison Bluff County Park or something similar was also … [Read more...]
The Kenosha Trolley System
The City of Kenosha has an electric trolley system. This is something that not many, even from Wisconsin, might know about. You might see a few references to an electric streetcar and Kenosha. I mostly confused it with an Amtrak or Metra commuter line that might pass through the area. If you do travel through downtown Kenosha, you'll see the tracks and possibly see … [Read more...]
5 Ways to Celebrate St. Valentine’s Day in Wisconsin
5 Ways to treat your Valentine in 2012 Guys, your better half deserves a treat. Let's face it, she didn't mind your Super Bowl party. She probably even did most of the cleaning up afterwards. We can complain about St. Valentine's Day being created by the greeting cards companies but in truth, she deserves every week instead of once a year. Yet there is always … [Read more...]
The Best Christmas Light Displays In Milwaukee Wisconsin
The top five Christmas light displays in Milwaukee, WI. Let's face it, we all like to drive around and look at Christmas lights. I've gone around looking for the best Christmas lights in the Milwaukee area and taken some photos to help guide you. This list also takes into account that "Christmas feeling" each has. To me, one of the leading spots didn't actually have the … [Read more...]
Grant Park Beach South Milwaukee Wisconsin
Grant Park Beach in South Milwaukee, WI Hidden deep along the along the shores of Lake Michigan, Grant Park Beach is a treasure that is … [Read more...]