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Eeyamquittoowauconnuck

Reconnecting with Family Roots The Brothertown Indian Tribe (Eeyamquittoowauconnuck) was formed from six New England tribes that joined together in the late 1700’s after their numbers had greatly decreased. Many had been lost fighting in support of the colonists against Great Britain in the Revolutionary War of 1776. Later they were forced to move fiveContinue reading “Eeyamquittoowauconnuck”

Head Wall At Indian Hill

Near Arpin, Wisconsin, the Head Wall at the top of Indian Hill served as a launching area for skiers, sleds, and toboggans. Many years ago Fairy went down this steep slope with others on a sled. Conditions and speed made it uncontrollable and a collision with a tree downslope left her with serious injuries thatContinue reading “Head Wall At Indian Hill”

Duck, Duck, Go Boat

The amphibious boat was manufactured in 1943 and carried troops and supplies over water and land into war in the Pacific. Later, it was sold as surplus and bought by Original Wisconsin Ducks, which has restored and maintained it to carry passengers over trails and through waters of the Wisconsin River and Lake Denton. NineteenContinue reading “Duck, Duck, Go Boat”

Burma Shave

Call it roadside texting in the days before social media, or even personal computers. As a kid I found it to be a welcome distraction while sitting in the backseat of whatever Ford car my parents were driving at the time. In 1962, I was 11 years old and rode 1500 miles to the SeattleContinue reading “Burma Shave”

The Great Outdoors

After three days in the car, we arrived in the great north woods to enjoy the natural surrounding, the wildlife, and above all cheese curds. We don’t know if the raccoons will provide evening entertainment, but the trash is already out by the street. Of course, none of our group will be attempting the ‘OldContinue reading “The Great Outdoors”

Minions Go Country

This pair of ne’er-do-wells may have just found a respectable existence by a cornfield near the shade of a tree. Will the country tranquility lure them away from a life of mischief and shenanigans? Well, possibly, but probably not, considering their corny surroundings. #eastrobyminions

Ruby Falls

Ruby Falls is an underground waterfall located half a mile from the elevator that lowers visitors into the cave. It is a spectacular hike in as well, with narrow passages and low, head-banger ceilings. When struck by passersby, the rock rings out with a melodious: ”OWWWW-SH*T!” sort of sound.

Hello Ms. Biscus

It has been continually producing blossoms for over a month now, and I have named it “Ms. Biscus.” Every morning when I see it I like to say: “Hi, Biscus!”

More Than Just Horsing Around

“I love you, Snowflake,” said our granddaughter before dismounting from her first horseback ride. MTRA has gentle horses and a dedicated staff that serve children, developmentally disabled, and others. It has provided an enduring confidence and love of horses in members of our own family, and has instilled a sense of ability for a multitudeContinue reading “More Than Just Horsing Around”

Mostly Minding My Manners

I learned a while back, as did my wife, that my hands got into less trouble while I was playing the ukulele. It is a nice pastime and it sounds as good as it looks. I named it Lokelani in honor of the Hawaiian red rose. Fairy encourages me to play as much as IContinue reading “Mostly Minding My Manners”