I’ve loved puppets since the first time I saw a puppet show at my school. Actually they were marionettes, the kind of puppet held by strings by the puppet master above them. I was always fascinated by the way the puppets—usually made of wood – could walk, dance, twirl, even fly. So it was a delight…
Read MoreIndiana has a few destinations that almost force you to slow down: St. Meinrad, New Harmony and (my most recent destination) Ferdinand and the Monastery of Immaculate Conception. While my visit was on a dreary fall day, the beauty and awe that was in this place was apparent. If you don't know…
Read MoreDuring our recent visit to Lafayette, we planned a visit to Wolf Park in the town of Battle Ground, 15 minutes away. This is a non-profit organization that strives with a staff of volunteers to learn more about wolves and educate the public about these mysterious creatures. We found the park with…
Read MoreWe all know our warm fall days are limited. I encourage you before the jam-packed holiday season is upon us to visit a calm, cozy outdoor locale in downtown Indianapolis that is away from the hustle and bustle of city traffic. Downtowners will already know about the beauty and peacefulness of the…
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In 2004, the city of Indianapolis granted the cultural development commissioners permission to use the city right-of-way to build a walking/biking trail. Local legends Eugene and Marilyn Glick committed $15 million, grants came in, and $63 million, and nine years later, voila! The city held a grand…
Read MoreSome people want to tell you about the best thing that happened to them on vacation. I’m telling you the worst thing – not living closer to Triple XXX Family Restaurant in West Lafayette. I had heard about this 119-year-old family-owned diner while researching places for our upcoming weekend…
Read MoreIf there would be a place of heaven on earth for me, it would have to revolve around horses. I’ve loved them since I was a little girl. Our family has always ridden while on vacation. Recently, I discovered a guest ranch in Brown County that inched me closer to that perfect locale. Rawhide Ranch in…
Read MoreSo it's been a few years since I visited Science Central in Fort Wayne. Last week we had a chance to drive up there and spend a few hours exploring and visiting some new exhibits. Science on a Sphere: While this exhibit is open all the time there are special presentations during the day. We left…
Read MoreIndiana Dunes State Park along Lake Michigan. It seems the fall colors are a little delayed this year in Indiana Dunes Country, with the brilliant shades of red, orange and yellow just now starting their breakout. The fall colors are bursting. But the good news is that the colors should last…
Read MoreYou’ve always wanted to experience the thrill of riding in a canal boat, right? You’ve got a chance this weekend in Delphi during Harvest Festival. Canal rides closed for the season on Labor Day weekend. But on October 17, you can ride on The Delphi, a replica 19 th -century canal boat. Tour guides…
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