Tag Archives: curious

#8: Visit the Minnesota Zoo

Posted on September 27, 2014 by Stef

Several years ago, my employer made a significant financial contribution to the Minnesota Zoo to help fund an exhibit – and all employees were encouraged to go to the location and check out the new space. At the time, I … Continue reading →

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Beyond 101: Try logrolling

Posted on July 20, 2014 by Stef

When I crafted my 101 list, logrolling was nowhere in the realm of activities I thought about trying – but when I unexpectedly discovered a Community Education class offering to teach this very skill, how could I possibly resist? Answer: … Continue reading →

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Beyond 101: Attend the World Series of Poker

Posted on July 7, 2014 by Stef

Yesterday my sweetie helped me complete #53 on my 101 list (to see a Las Vegas show). Since we spent the bulk of that day doing things on my agenda, I wanted to give my sweetie the opportunity to direct … Continue reading →

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#100: Participate in a Tricycle online retreat

Posted on June 29, 2014 by Stef

I began meditating in earnest back in October 2009. I had spent the previous eighteen months working on some personal issues, and had arrived at a point where I was in a better spot, but still in need of self-care. … Continue reading →

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#40: Visit the James J Hill House (a Minnesota Historic Site)

Posted on May 17, 2014 by Stef

Several years ago, I spent two months in a 5th grade classroom as a Student Teacher (completing a requirement for my MAED [Master’s of Arts in Education]). My supervising teacher was a middle-aged man named Mr. P, and he was … Continue reading →

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#28: Participate in a National Day of Prayer

Posted on May 1, 2014 by Stef

If you have been following this blog for a while, you know that I am a spiritual seeker with an insatiable desire to learn more about new-to-me topics – especially ones that help me better understand people and cultures that … Continue reading →

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Beyond 101: Participate in World Book Night

Posted on April 23, 2014 by Stef

What Is It? World Book Night (WBN) is a world-wide effort to get books into the hands of adult light- and non-readers. It is held annually on April 23 – Shakespeare’s birthday. Volunteers register to receive 20 copies of a … Continue reading →

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#46: Go to a concert at Orchestra Hall

Posted on April 22, 2014 by Stef

One of the motivating forces behind many of the items on my 101 list is the general idea of taking full advantage of all local offerings before longing to travel and see sights that other cities/countries hold; aka, “Things I … Continue reading →

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Beyond 101: Visit the Art Shanty Projects

Posted on February 16, 2014 by Stef

I live in a state where winter can occupy the climate for six months of the year – literally. (I.e., November through April – or longer.) Fortunately, I also live in a state populated by hearty and determined folk of … Continue reading →

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#71: Shop at Penzys

Posted on January 16, 2014 by Stef

Before my husband and I got married, we took our relationship on a few “test drives” to see how we might fare when the novelty of romantic infatuation waned (as it always inevitably does). One of the best ways to … Continue reading →

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