Monthly Archives: December 2012

Minnesota Ice Castle

Posted on December 27, 2012 by wendycarson

Don’t miss out on the ice castle being built in the parking lot at the Mall of America in Bloomington!  The castle will open on New Year’s Eve, December 31, and stay open until February 20, weather permitting. This is … Continue reading →

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Minnesota Winter Cabin Fever

Posted on December 20, 2012 by wendycarson

The kids will be out of school soon for their winter break that lasts 1-2 weeks. Sure, they like to go out and play in the snow and cold but they can only do that for so long before they … Continue reading →

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Lutefisk Anyone?

Posted on December 13, 2012 by wendycarson

With the strong Scandinavian heritage in Minnesota, Lutefisk always becomes a subject at holiday time!  Lutefisk dates back to the Vikings so it is quite an old tradition.  Lutefisk is dried cod soaked in a lye solution for a few … Continue reading →

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Holiday Lights

Posted on December 7, 2012 by wendycarson

Now that the snow is starting to fall and the temperatures as well, it is time to think about taking in some holiday lights.  It is always fun to just drive around neighborhoods to see some fun displays but there … Continue reading →

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