A Small Stream

Deep in the middle of Itasca State Park is Lake Itasca, the source of a small, unassuming stream that opens up to span over 2,300* miles to the Gulf of Mexico, creating the 4th largest river in the world. April & I drove through the huge 32,000-acre state park, heading for the closest parking lot to Lake Itasca. … Continue reading A Small Stream

Forget The Roses…

Everyone should make time in their lives to walk through a park on a cool, crisp autumn day.  It’s truly a sight to behold–colors of gold and green and red and brown; everyone slightly bundled, with a crisp chill in the air so as to keep you bundled; leaves rustling; laughter; hand holding–to me it’s … Continue reading Forget The Roses…