Online Traveling #22: Michigan

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My next place to travel online is Michigan. I don’t know much about the place. I have heard of Michigan State, but is that a basketball or  a football? I am about to get that question answered as well as find out what else is there to know about this state….

{} Michigan State of the United States of America michigan.gov

Michigan is a state in the Great Lakes region of the upper Midwestern United States. Its name derives from a gallicized variant of the original Ojibwe word  ᒥᓯᑲᒥ, meaning ‘large lake’.   Wikipedia  {}

Great lakes sound like a nice place to visit. Time to open my mind to learn something new………

 {} Michigan State University Public University  msu.edu Michigan State University is a public land-grant research university in East Lansing, Michigan, founded in 1855 as the Agricultural College of the State of Michigan, the first of its kind in the United States, predating the Agricultural College of… Wikipedia  {}

The joke is on me, because Michigan State is a college with various sports teams within its family.

 {}  The Michigan State Spartans are the athletic teams that represent Michigan State University. The school’s athletic program  includes 23 varsity sports teams. Their mascot is a Spartan warrior named Sparty, and the school colors are green and white. The university participates in the NCAA’s Division I and the Football Bowl Subdivision for football.  Michigan State Spartans – Wikipedia  en.wikipedia.org  {} 

 {} Midland, Michigan City in Michigan, United States midland-mi.org

Midland is a city in Midland County, Michigan, United States. It is the county seat. The city’s population was 41,701 as of  the 2019 census estimate.  Wikipedia

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https://youtu.be/whNaEKj-cnU  MIDLAND Midland, Michigan: Top 10 Things to Do (2022) Jun 2, 2022

Peter Owen  Midland, MI is a small city in Michigan with tons to do! I spent the first 18 years of my life here and put together my list of the top 10 things to do. {}

Video #1: I didn’t know what to expect, but the list of things to do and places to see. I enjoyed the video enough to learn more…..

A few more ideas on things to do in Midland, MI :

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https://youtu.be/qEGjCc-4Ym8   #JOYRIDE #ROADTRIP #DRIVING                                                        Summer 2022 Joyride around the gorgeous island of Grosse Ile, Michigan, USA  Jul 11, 2022   

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Video #2 : This drive through video was nice. A lot of water and beautiful trees. It seems to be a quiet place to live

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https://youtu.be/Vac36s2rdFY       #treehouse #oceanview  She lived alone in a fairytale house on an island for 8 yrs! Jul 15, 2022

Tiny House Giant Journey  Suzanne takes us on a tour of her “forest house” on Orcas Island in Washington. This magical cabin w/ a spectacular ocean view was designed and built by PNW famous designer – SunRay Kelley. Suzanne fell in love with the house, bought it, and lived in it for 8 years. Then she started renting it out to guests. https://www.youtube.com/user/tinyhous…                                                  BOOK THIS TREE HOUSE:  https://www.vacationrentalssanjuanisl… {}

** Video #3 Sorry, this video was a sidetrack, because I saw the cute little house and  had to see what it was about. In the middle of her tour I realized I would Love to stay there awhile. I am thinking about making a wishlist on places I want to go and visit. Then I remembered I am supposed to be in Michigan, so let me get back there.

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US Historians    Hi, guys in this video we are going to check out the 10 best places to visit in Michigan. The state is in the middle of the great lakes; the midwest state of Michigan is located in the northern part of the United States along the border of Canada. It’s home to around 12 000 lakes and beaches; it comprises two peninsulas and several private islands. In the time of spring, the ann arbor and grand rapids come to life and welcome visitors to wander along the charming streets and relax on the patio eating summer is the time to enjoy vintage vacations in the sands of Mackinac island and swim in the waters of lake Michigan. Autumn is the time to travel on the scenic roads of upper Michigan to see the colorado changing leaves although its abundance of waterways dominates the state most of it is covered by endless wilderness and forests therefore many outdoor activities can be enjoyed including camping hiking and sailing surrounding its breathtaking cities and towns The city is known as the cultural capital of Detroit and is among the most fascinating destinations to explore in Michigan. {}

Video #4 I Love to view. Nature’s pictures are breathtaking, but the computer voice made me want to click off on this video. Who says you need words to enjoy what you are watching? Well if it isn’t a long video that is haha.. I did add the subtitles to it and was able to read what was being said.. A nice help from the real computer…

{}https://youtu.be/ywzZuReJi6A   #TraveloWorld​​​​ #SummerVacation #Michigan Michigan Summer Vacation | Top 10 Best Summer Vacation Destinations In Michigan | Travel Guide  Apr 14, 2022 

Traveloworld  Welcome to traveloworld YouTube channel! This video is about 📍 Top 10 Best Summer Vacation Destinations In Michigan.  Several segments are licensed under creative commons: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/  Summertime means getting out on the water, and there’s no better location to do that than in Michigan. In fact, the Great Lakes encompass the majority of the state. The state is great for a lake trip for many reasons other than just the warm water and beaches. Small towns give a pleasant aspect to the atmosphere, while big cities have plenty of culture, food, and drink to offer. For an amazing trip, book one of the many Michigan vacation rentals. Take a trip to one of these Michigan summer vacation destinations for a great experience. {}

Video #5 This video gives you more places to see and some ideas on what you can do there. If you like to be on the water Michigan looks like the best place to visit. I know I saw a cute lighthouse and that got me thinking ‘I wonder if you can not only go inside, but maybe stay a night or two. It would have to have modern plumbing for me.’ I may have to look into this new idea. At least I know there won’t be an invisible dragon. Haha Like, “Pete’s Dragon.” I believe that was a Disney movie. Let me double check that answer.. I was right, it’s a Disney movie..

I need to get back to my burgundy project. I now remembered why I only start big crochet projects in the winter time. Oh well, a paid project has no real start date, and I will never turn down a paid project..

Bye IV Now, LD*

Job Hunting ~ My Way…

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I got up today with a plan to not just look for a job,

 but look for the right job. The things I have done before, 

 just aren’t good enough today, and I know the meaning of  

“Live and Learn ” is more than just words.

The last time I was out of work,

I would apply for everything I thought I could do.

I would go to every mall and surrounding areas asking,

“Are you hiring,” And was told

I could either fill out an application in the store or online.

If I was lucky to get an interview, yeah, and hope for the best.

I would accept any job, because I knew I needed to work.

I do NEED a job, but I want to be happy.

I may be pushing that ‘feeling,’ but I am hopeful.

I am going all out on looking for companies that I want to work at 

and NOT work just to be working.

I spent five and a half hours today doing just that.

I came across a GOOD home base job,

but I cannot type 25 wpm (NOW)

I know what I can do,

how I can improve what I already know,

 and get the job where I want to be.

Its time to get back to

My Job Hunt.


Bye IV Now, LD*

Back On Track…

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I keep telling myself   I am not going to let my email account get so full of useless emails again, and yet I have countless unwanted emails to delete . I guess there isn’t anything I can do, but make sure I delete as many as I can each day.. ..   ..  ..

I got to thinking what else have I been overlooking. I started thinking about goint back to New York to visit and I remembered I took some time off from going to different states online, but it is time to get through what I had started. 

I just went out of order in my count Massachusetts #21 and Not #22. I will change that before I looking into the real #22 Michigan

Well, I am going to get something to eat before I do anything, because who can do anything on an empty tummy….

Bye IV Now, LD*

Finally A New Stitch…

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I said I was never going to frog  (undo a few crochet stitches) ever again. I guess what they say is true, “never say never,” but I did this at least three times on one project. I got a request for a king size blanket, no rush, I could choose the stitch, but I couldn’t make up my mind.

Video #1 : https://youtu.be/c3MIn-ALLTM

Video #2 : https://youtu.be/yP9mrL4gh4U

Video #3 : https://youtu.be/XJs8Z7ZwKts  ~ I did this on top of the granny square blanket I started on #2.   I wish I had started with this stitch.

I didn’t like either one  video #2 & video #3 The stitches were pulling too tight and the lines weren’t straight. Video #1 was right, but I changed my mind on the square all together.

I got back to looking for another new stitch and I finally found one.     https://youtu.be/_D0niviy8a0

Well, it’s time to get back to working on my new project. I am grateful for this paying job, because yesterday I got fired. That was a first for me, but when one door closes a better one opens…

Bye IV Now, LD*

Stay or Run?

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Ever decide to do something without thinking about the outcome or deciding to do something when you are upset or scared? When you are having mix feeling one should think about deciding a big change. I got scared at work and went out for another, only the other maybe even a bigger mistake.

I am grateful for the job, but if you are not safe at where you are working. Why should you stay there? Then you go back to where you were at before, knowing it wasn’t all that good, but you know you need a job.

Is it better to stay or go? Your mind is overflowing with so many thoughts, so many feeling, and a lot more questions then you have answers for. Its time to close ones eyes to what they are watching and thinking about what you want to see and how you want to feel.

I want to have an enjoyable work space, I enjoy talking and helping others. I also like to be creative as I keep things in order. That all changes when there is a rude person trying to harm ones personal space. Is it worth to stay and fight or go somewhere safe?

There is a saying, “Run away and be safe, so you can fight another day,” or something like that. There are times when you have to fight, but there is also a time to be safe. Then again who says its right to stay where you are if you aren’t happy.

I rather be happy and not be looking left and right all of the time. Sometimes the water is calm and you know its going to be a good peaceful day. Then there are times when you have to be on guard and make sure you are safe.

Bye IV Now, LD*