Tag Archives: California

“Never Dream Alone”

Posted on September 2, 2016 by thewineraconteur

We were all sitting at one of the tables at D. Vine Fine Wines having a grand old time, and isn’t that what wine should all be about? One of the joys of being at a wine bar is to … Continue reading →

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D. Vine

Posted on August 31, 2016 by thewineraconteur

I guess I have been remiss and it has been brought up to my attention that I should add another character to my cast of wine devotees. Ms. Yoga is one of our oldest friends and she has been on … Continue reading →

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A Respite

Posted on August 29, 2016 by thewineraconteur

As I have stated often, I consider myself a clothier, which means that I am in the retail industry. If you have never been, or if you have in the past, you will understand that meal breaks can be the … Continue reading →

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August Birthdays

Posted on August 25, 2016 by thewineraconteur

When there are so many people in a family, it is easier to have one designated party for all the celebrants for any given month. It does make planning easier and less chance of having family absent from the party. … Continue reading →

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Goodfellow’s

Posted on August 17, 2016 by thewineraconteur

I know that most people when they see that word would immediately think of the 1990 film GoodFellas. I am also sure that was the thought behind the naming of an Italian restaurant that is right downtown in the Lake … Continue reading →

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Back to Woods

Posted on August 15, 2016 by thewineraconteur

The entire island of Mackinac is considered a resort and consequently it is much more laid back. There are a couple times of the year when it may get dressy, because of political or business meetings, but the most part, … Continue reading →

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Dinner at Mission Point

Posted on August 13, 2016 by thewineraconteur

While we were at Mission Point, there is always enough to keep anyone busy. From just the leisurely ten minute walk to Downtown Mackinac, a tour of Fort Mackinac, or renting bicycles to explore the island. While some were working, … Continue reading →

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Roughing It

Posted on August 11, 2016 by thewineraconteur

I always joke that my idea of roughing it is a Holiday Inn, but we were up on Mackinac Island and that can be a whole different version of roughing it. Most of the people in Michigan and some of … Continue reading →

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Sixth Reunion

Posted on August 9, 2016 by thewineraconteur

It is rather difficult to explain the group phenomenon that I am a part of, a fond passion for Woodrow Wilson Junior High School. We just celebrated the sixth get-together and it was great to see old friends and fondly … Continue reading →

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Some Interesting Wines

Posted on August 7, 2016 by thewineraconteur

Mrs. Wine Raconteur Jr. was having a birthday celebration and we were invited to the party. It was great to see her and her husband the Wine Raconteur Jr., but we also got a chance to spend some time with … Continue reading →

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