Chocolate Chip Banana Bread/The Raw Deal
Organic is the best way to go. Now, that’s not always the cheapest or the most-efficient way to consume food and drink, but if you can do so, you should do so. All the better is when you can combine organic and local food into one place — and even better, into one banana bread.…
Read MoreSkinimalism: The Easiest Skincare Trend You Need To Try in 2023
Hey everyone, it’s Meg Ann Lee and this week we are discussing skinimalism. SKIN -IMAL- ISM. What it is, why it’s trending and how the “less is more” mentality might be exactly what your skin has been needing. SKINIMALISM The combination of “skin” and “minimalism.” It is cutting down your skincare routine to 3-4 effective…
Read MoreMysteries of the 715: A Reptile Man?
You ever see the movie “Jeepers Creepers”? It’s kind of horrifying to imagine a “thing” the size of a man flying around that looks like a reptile. But, what if it were true? For this next mystery of the 715, we’re going to my neck of the woods and where I grew up, Medford, Wisconsin.…
Read More5 Things You Didn’t Know About The Beauty Industry + Tips On How To Book Your Next Hair Appointment
Salty Dog Cookie/Bridge Street Brew
Ah, the sweet-vs.-savory debate. OK, this really is not a true debate, rather more a matter of preference and combination. At the proper rate of inclusion, sweet and savory ingredients can make for a delectable dessert. Chocolate, pretzels, toffee…you have all of them there. Give it a name like “Salty Dog,” and it stands out…
Read MoreThrifting At The Minneapolis Vintage Market + How to Style Secondhand Items
Last Minute Easter Ideas
I literally looked at the calendar this week and realized Easter is this weekend. How did that creep up on me so fast? I am the world’s worst procrastinator during holidays. Here’s some easy ideas to make your kids think you didn’t forget this year. Easter Egg Hunt Hosting a traditional Easter egg hunt is…
Read MoreSweet Potato Pie/C&T’s Soul Food
There is a difference between pumpkin pie and sweet potato pie. That may seem obvious, since, well, a pumpkin and a sweet potato are not the *same* thing — for starters, technically, the former is a fruit and the latter a vegetable. However, the pies that can be made from those items are orange and…
Read MoreStyling Outfits & Packing Tips For Your Next Vacation
This winter season has to be over soon, right? If you are taking a break from this winter wonderland to go on a vacation, this post is for you. I’m Meg Ann Lee and this week on the blog we are talking all about vacation style. I’m showing you how I’m styling outfits and what…
Read MoreMysteries of the 715: Elk Mound Tower
You ever drive by or through Elk Mound and see that tower that sits high above, overlooking the village? It’s pretty hard not to notice it. It’s a unique structure here in the 715. And with a unique structure, comes many rumors, legends, and lore. The tower was built as a memorial to the deceased…
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