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Deer in the House

Did you happen to see that story today about a deer jumping through someone’s window and into their study? The homeowner, he lives in Michigan, simply opened the door so the deer, a six-point buck, could leave. While a deer crashing through a window and into someone’s home is not that common, I have noticed that there has been a lot of deer activity lately. Last year, we would be delighted if we would spot a deer or two off in the distance. This year, they practically knock on the door twice a day. Just looking out of my kitchen … Continue reading →

Travel Tidbits: “Dear Me” and Deer Me

“DEAR ME” That’s a phrase hotel staff at The Palmer House in Chicago are bound to hear a few more times in the coming months. The legendary property is offering a jaw dropping deal to some of its oldest guests. The promotion really is astounding—–it is applicable to any guest who visited the property more than 50 years ago. Under the program, any guest who can provide an original receipt from his or her stay will be given the same room at the price they paid more than a half-century ago. And if you think that the hotel hasn’t had … Continue reading →

National Wildlife Day: Animals on My Mind

National Wildlife Day, which is today, is a day to celebrate wildlife. Which gives me the perfect excuse for writing about some animals I’ve had on my mind recently. Ones Close to Home At the beginning of the summer I went to Art Pancake’s Tusculum Feed Center. No, it’s not a pancake house. It sells animal and pet food of all kinds, and also rents out various equipment as well as fills propane tanks. That’s why I went. Our tank was empty but we were fixing to grill soon. As I waited in line, the people in front of me … Continue reading →

The Transfigured Hart – Jane Yolen

A young adult fantasy novella, “The Transfigured Hart” is the story of a white deer, a boy, a girl, and the quest they are all on. Richard has a weak heart, and has spent most of the last year in bed, reading. An orphan, he has been taken in by his aunt and uncle, who, although caring, can’t understand his obsession with books or his desire to make charts of everything he’s read. Now that he’s feeling better, they think he should be outside, running around with friends and regaining his strength, but he is happiest with books, and often … Continue reading →

In Search of the Elusive White Deer

We moved to Nashville in September of 2005 from Jacksonville, Florida. Among the top priorities when we moved was to find a place for Murphy and me to walk like we had with the beach. Somewhere that let us commune with nature. To my delight, Nashville is more than home to country music and honky tonks. Who knew there were a plethora of parks within the city? Ones with paths and trails galore. The Percy Warner Parks system is the largest and has many hiking trails. It’s one of my favorites. But it’s a little bit of a drive from … Continue reading →

Deer Hunter’s Widows Travel Deals

When I first moved to Wisconsin more than a decade ago I had no idea what a major impact deer-hunting season had on the state’s economy. Frankly, aside from the obvious self-explanatory definition, I had no idea what the heck deer-hunting season was all about. Boy, was I in for a shocker when the season rolled around and as a rookie television reporter I was sent out to cover story, after story, after story on every conceivable deer hunting angle that existed. It was only then that I learned what a “deer hunter’s widow” was. Similar to a “golf widow” … Continue reading →

Tips For Avoiding Deer—Part Two

In my previous blog: “Tips For Avoiding Deer—Part One” I shared my deep disgust (perhaps too strong a word) for this time of the year–the weeks leading up to the gun deer season when displaced animals flee from their natural habitats to look for food among two-legged creatures. The move plagues drivers like me with the fear that a collision is inevitable. The previous blog also told of the various deer/minivan/car collisions my family has experienced and provided a few tips on how to avoid deer run-ins with your own vehicle. Here are a few more tips: If You See … Continue reading →

Tips For Avoiding Deer–Part One

In an effort to get to the post office as quickly as possible on Saturday (they close early on Saturdays) I decided to travel via the interstate rather than my normal route through town. In doing so I passed the remains of three dead deer on a five-mile stretch of highway. “UGH!” I thought. “It’s that time of year again.” And so it is. The period (at least in our state) weeks prior to the opening of gun deer season when displaced deer flee from their natural habitats and plague drivers with the fear that a collision is imminent. (Did … Continue reading →

It’s Tough to be a Bug: The Secret of AK’s Tree of Life

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Within The Tree of Life that stands as the centerpiece of Disney’s Animal Kingdom theme park, there is a show that bridges both 3D film and interactive entertainment. It’s Tough to be a Bug remains one of Animal Kingdom’s crown achievements and is simply not to be missed. Starring the characters of Disney/Pixar’s “A Bug’s Life,” this 8-minute 3D attraction explains exactly why it’s tough to be a bug. Incorporating music, 3D technology and even some interactive surprises, this attraction is a remarkable experience. As guests are seated and prepare for the attraction to come, Flik, the adorable ant from … Continue reading →

Keeping Bambi Out Of Your Yard

I live in Wisconsin. Hunting is big in Wisconsin. (It ranks right up there with the Green Bay Packers, cheese and beer.) However, I grew up in Hawaii where the only things locals would hunt were deals at the local mall. Actually, come to think of it, I do know some residents who would hunt wild boar near the base of a dormant volcano. But, I digress–back to hunting in the Midwest. When I first moved to Madison, Wisconsin to attend college (almost two decades ago) I was stunned to see people driving through town with dead deer strapped to … Continue reading →