Wendi's Weekend Trips & Whatnot

Travel. Food. Fun.

Saying Goodbye to a Good Friend 

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Ever since my mom Wendi started her blog, she has given me a chance to write posts every so often. While I typically love to do it, I must admit I wasn't too excited this time. The reason is 'cause I am writing about one of my dearest friends who left me this week to go to the rainbow bridge. My grandparents' dog Corky left us late on Tuesday night. Corky was a Beagle Labrador mix. He was about 12 years old. I met him when he was 9, but my parents are the ones responsible for him being … [Read more...]

Owney: My Vacation with Uncle Shaun

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I know my mom and dad, Wendi and Bobby, have posted a lot about their vacation to see Dad's side of the family in Boston. I am sure everyone would agree that it looked like they had an awesome time. But while they were out East, I stayed in Ohio with Mom's side of the family. I usually stay with Grandma and Grandpa, which I love. (In fact, you can read about how much here.) This time, though, Grandma and Grandpa were vacationing at the same time as Mom and Dad. So, I got the best surprise ever! … [Read more...]

How Hemingway Changed the Craft of Writing

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When Bobby Warren, friend and co-worker, returned from his annual pilgrimage to Boston, I knew there would be stories. What I did not know was he would ask me to do a guest blog post for his better half’s popular blog based upon their visit to the Ernest Hemingway exhibit at the John F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum. He was aware I was a fan, but prodded and challenged me to explain… why? Initially, my mind swirled. I knew I wanted to write the definitive Hemingway piece. It had … [Read more...]

Oh-Oh-Oh, It’s Magic 

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My husband, Bobby, is a magician who routinely performs shows throughout North East Ohio. That means that he gets paid to perform magic,  usually. There are times when he does just perform for the fun of it. This is what happened when we ended up visiting our niece, Nicole, at her apartment on the campus of North Eastern University. We were there so that Nicole could help our other niece, Courtney, with something for school. While they were working on it in her bedroom, Bobby, Michelle … [Read more...]

Grocery Shopping in Massachusetts 

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My husband, Bobby, has family that live in a town close to Boston, Massachusetts. We make it a point to visit at least once a year. We are blessed to be able to hang out with our family and see the east coast. But one thing that I dread when we come, is the grocery shopping we have to do. My sister-in-law, Michelle, says she isn't a good cook and while I don't agree with her, one thing she knows how to do really well is throw together a massive spread for family get togethers. It's great … [Read more...]