Super thrilled for this (for Fred’s birthday, I already had mine and he’s just catching up) to be happening in such a special place. We treasure these walks, especially in the evening to catch the sunset. It makes you appreciate every single year! Happy special birthday, Fred!!
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Let me start by saying I think I’m a chicken thigh lover! Or at least with this recipe. I’m a white meat (sounds creepy) person – I’m not big on dark meat. Chicken tastes clean and delicious when made right (chicken breasts) but after decades of chicken breasts I’m growing weary. I received an email with a recipe and video and let me tell you, it was fabulous. Quick to throw together. Smelled DIVINE and tasted exactly perfect! Here it is… #perfectfalldinner
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We took a walk last night and passed a house that had nicely carved pumpkins. Black squirrels are nearly impossible to get a photo of (for me), they move nonstop. So, I thought it odd that it was still until I realized it was EATING the pumpkin.
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I’m way behind on reading – and you know what? That’s OK! I read for enjoyment and usually wake up pretty early to get some reading in, just not always as much as I would like – but my mind starts to drift about what I need to do and what to make for dinner (or lately, more like where to go), but it’s all good. It’s these little treasures I cherish, being healthy, having a good book, fabulous food and of course, my significant other!
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Ok, so despite the fact that I grew up in Michigan – I am now taking photos of fall leaves – like a tourist. Which is fine because I love that we’re so excited about the little fall nuances that have begun. The crisp air, warm sun and of course, the leaves changing colors. I’ve missed “seasons” for a long time (decades).
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Our move to Michigan had me thinking about fall dishes to make (if I can ever get to my recipes!) – what sounds good on a chilly day? When will a chilly day arrive? Well, I’m happy to report that we’ve had a few chilly (not cold) days, one which prompted me to make a veggie soup – it is after all, the perfect way to pop in whatever veggies you have on hand + some from the freezer…
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I love weather. Always have. My grandpa would stand on the front porch during storms, he loved weather – I would join him (if I could get past my grandma). Since moving to MI we have experienced a range of different weather which is so refreshing- I do know the cold is coming soon – I also know that this will be more of an “introductory winter” due to El Niño at least through December according to what I just read.
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This is a familiar scene. St. John’s Marsh near Algonac, MI. We pass it going back and forth to visit my family. When we arrived it was warm, but nothing like the day we moved out of our house in Charleston, SC where the “feel like” temp was 108℉ and every one of us was soaking wet. The movers (bless them) moving, Fred and I helping + cleaning + getting everything ready for the new owner. We were beyond exhausted (as the previous image showed). We got on the road late in the afternoon and made our way to Michigan. S l o w l y . . .
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We bought our house 31 years ago. It’s been our safe haven, our calm from the storm – our place of happiness for that long. We are ready for new adventures – and have sold our beautiful home and made the trek to Michigan! This is the last photo we took in our house. September 1, 2026 3:15PM. We are utterly exhausted from packing, moving, clearing, and cleaning. We scrubbed hard all day to make 23 Stocker the best it could be for the new owner. I hope they love it as much as we did. I have about 30,000 photos of this house – it’ll always be one of our best memories!
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🎶 Goin’ to the chapel and we’re gonna get ma-a-a-ried! #donedeal #anniversary
Happy Anniversary to my sweet husband of 34 years – bless you!
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Apparently I don’t take photos of myself – as I’m the “photographer” in the family there aren’t many photos of me (thankfully). So I’m borrowing a photo from a few years ago when we celebrated my birthday at The Swag in Waynesville, NC (also known as “Heaven on Earth”)! This will be a different birthday for me, SO MUCH going on (moving), so much to do and the non-stop thinking about it all isn’t making for the best sleep, but we’ll get through it, arrive in a different state a few weeks from now, and then we can celebrate my birthday. That’s a much better timeline for sure!
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We live on one of the prettiest streets in Charleston. A neighborhood that began in 1927. Our home was the first built on our street. A Live Oak was planted in the front yard of each home. Today, 99 years later – wow. The beauty is stunning. I’m hoping underground power will happen at some point… These trees deserve to live on! Just look at the beauty of the Spanish moss (and no, Spanish moss does not hurt the tree in any way)! We feel so blessed to have lived in such a beautiful area and in the most special house ever for this long.
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This is the most gorgeous plant. We’ve bought them for years. This time of year the bright pink starts to fade – but no worries, the butterflies and the bees are still happy! They bring such joy. A snip-snip here and a snip-snip there, pop them into tiny vases and it just brings life to wherever you put it. Pretty with a few sprigs of rosemary too…
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There are so many things I’m going to miss about this house, this neighborhood, this incredible yard – the cardinals. They are so plentiful. The birds, bees and butterflies are abundant – I think it’s because we don’t use chemicals in the yard and haven’t for many years now. It also helps that my husband waters often (especially because we are still in a drought) – plants and grass need water.
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I literally just finished this book. Funny Story – A Novel by Emily Henry. If you haven’t read one of Emily’s books yet, and if you like rom-com, this book is right up your alley! A small cast of characters, set in Michigan, which was fun for me since I’m originally from Michigan. Entertaining and uplifting – and did you hear…?
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