Tag: experience

July 18, 2015 – Crosslake, Minnesota

Well, this takes me back. I feel much too old to be hanging out with these college-aged co-workers of mine at a bonfire-turned-house party, but how could I possibly say no? They’re young, attractive, and Minnesota nice. Did …

July 2, 2015 – Crosslake, Minnesota

Better the devil you know… …or is it? I’m fully enthralled in conversation between Dallin, Kaia, and myself. We’ve taken a slight break from a lazy afternoon boating on the surrounding lakes. Cocktails flowing, we get into a …

May 31, 2015 – St. Paul, Minnesota

Has it been five months already? Tonight is my last with my first hosts, and the feeling is bittersweet. I’m afraid Mari and Syr have set the bar a bit too high. They’ve shown me the undeniable strength …

April 29, 2015 – St. Paul, Minnesota

Superior Hiking Trail? Yes. Mississippi River headwaters? Definitely. Split Rock Lighthouse? Please. Since the weather is warming, I’ve begun making a list of places to go during my time in Minnesota. This state has much to offer, including …

March 1, 2015 – Saint Paul, Minnesota

House sitting has never been so lonely. Well, mostly. Mari and Syr have been out of state for a few weeks visiting family, and I’ve almost completed the moderately large painting project she assigned to me before leaving. …

January 5, 2015 – St. Paul, Minnesota

Knock, knock, knock. My hands tremble slightly as my heart rate heightens. I’m at the door of my first host, and my mind is restless. I can’t believe I’m doing this. I can see her through the door; …