The History of the Edmund Fitzgerald Ship
When I taught culinary arts to high school students, I was surprised by their lack of knowledge concerning our mitten state. I learned as time moves forward, what I may consider a relevant event in my life has gone unnoticed by newer generations.
For example, I used one of my mom’s famous sayings, “you have more excuses than Carter has pills” when they were complaining about a project, until a student asked me who Carter was…
Edmund Fitzgerald 50-year Anniversary Swim Relay
I grew up on Lake Huron. One could rightfully assume my water skills would be close to Michael Phelps’ level, since I had easy access to the lake my entire childhood. But I was more of a dunker than a swimmer. I enjoyed the sun, rolled in the sand and floated on the water, but swimming was not in my genes.
When I moved to California, the ocean spoke to me …