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The Kitchen Sink by Stephanie Wagner

March 6, 2012
The Kitchen Sink by Stephanie Wagner

Instant Mood Lifters for the Home   By STEPHANIE WAGNER mcp blogger   February may be the shortest month of the year, but for those of us in the northern regions, it often feels like the longest. The joy of the holiday season has worn off, as has the novelty of bright white snow. What invited rest and reflection just…

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Baldwin Train Depot

March 6, 2012
Baldwin Train Depot

  “The old Baldwin coaling tower, and the colorful rail cars on the curved track seemed to make for a nice shot,” John Mickevich of Ludington said. “It’s one of my first attempts at adding texture in post processing.  I think this one came out fairly well.” Though Baldwin is in Lake County, we thought it never hurts to explore our neighboring…

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Perfect day for Big Sable

March 5, 2012
Perfect day for Big Sable

  The Big Sable Lighthouse stands out against a bright blue sky this afternoon. It was the perfect day for a crosscountry ski trip out to the historical landmark.

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Moonlighting with Judy Cools

March 5, 2012
Moonlighting with Judy Cools

Cat Person or Dog Person?   By JUDY COOLS mcp blogger   I used to think I was a cat person. Cats, after all, are graceful, self-contained, and relatively low maintenance. Heck, you can even leave a cat at home on her own for a weekend – if you’re prepared to hear about it when you get back.   I…

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Full Circle by Thad Ray

March 5, 2012
Full Circle by Thad Ray

Editor’s Note: I received an email a couple weeks ago from Thad Ray. Thad had a couple essays he wanted to submit to MasonCountyPress.com. He had written them for an English composition class at West Shore Community College and received favorable grades from his professor. I read them through and thought they were quite unique, especially today’s piece. Thad tells…

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