Homes on the East Bluff, Mackinac Island, MI

On October 8, 2011June 12, 2013 By Barbara StroudIn TRAVELLeave a comment

I love the word “bluff”, it’s such a cool word, I guess because we don’t have any bluffs in our area… the East Bluff on Mackinac Island is one of my all time favorites. The homes are magnificent. In this photo you see the Island House Hotel (the white building with red roof) and the East Bluff the road above. Mackinac Island is an island I could live year around on and be so very happy. It might get a little crowded in the summer, but I think it would be definitely worth it! If you ever get a chance to go to Mackinac Island I highly suggest it. It’s perfect for those who like to hike, bike, walk (no cars), there are horses (for taxi’s), so don’t be put off entirely if walking isn’t your thing! The food (at the Island House… heavens… I cannot get it out of my mind!), the great places to stay… Island House Hotel is my personal favorite, the fudge and now… even Starbuck’s! Check it out if you get a chance!

Catch you back here tomorrow!

A serious addiction… Starbuck’s Frappuccino

On July 20, 2011July 13, 2011 By Barbara StroudIn FOOD3 Comments

: Image: Frappuccino.com

I am addicted to coffee flavored Starbuck’s Frappuccino’s… the ones in the little bottles that come in a 4 pack at the grocery store… yep. It’s a shame. BUT, like with all things that aren’t technically “good for you” (although I do try hard to justify this, milk instead of cream, just a wee bit of sugar, etc. etc.) I have rules… ha ha. I only drink one 4-pack a week… the bottles are 9.5oz. So on most days I drink 1/2 bottle, and one day a week I get to enjoy the whole enchilada… and I look forward to that day! Now you realize 1/2 bottle is literally a few sips… but it is the sweetest few sips of my morning! If you have tried a Frappuccino you know what I’m talking about… if you haven’t, hmmm, I’m not sure I would try… I’m thinking it’s like a cigarette… it’s tough to quit… no butts about it… (hee hee. pun intended).

Catch you back here tomorrow! If you get a chance… http://almostdailypic.wordpress.com !

Did you know about this? The Starbuck’s card…

On January 23, 2011December 20, 2013 By Barbara StroudIn FOOD, THOUGHTSLeave a comment

starbucks card 012311 — Image via http://www.starbucks.com

Do you know about this? Does everyone know about this? My husband and I received a Starbuck’s gift card for Christmas (thank you Lindsey and Drew!) – I saw something printed on the card that mentioned registering the card… hmmm. Curious I checked it out… Turns out if you register it, each time you use it you get a point (also known as a star), after so many points (5?) you get FREE REFILLS on coffee or tea (hot or iced, nice to know in the summer!) a free birthday beverage, a free beverage with a whole bean purchase AND some trial offers!… but when you jump to the GOLD level (30 stars) you get all of those benefits PLUS a free beverage with every 15 stars (transactions), coupons for free stuff and they send you a gold card… all for using (and reloading) your gift card! If you’re a regular visitor to Starbuck’s it might save you a buck or two! Check it out, information is on their website… hmmm… a cup of joe sounds good right now! Until tomorrow…