The LenaMina Record
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For Mary and Sue and Sue
You’d be crazy to cross Mr Smith’s garden. But one night I had to.
Stearns
To know us is to love us.
Candles In Memory
All families have secrets. As people get older or pass away, the secrets come to light. Like Grandma Lena’s.
Shmokin’ To Freeport
It’s the town that welcomes you with a smile, and a cinnamon roll at Charlie’s Cafe.
Pickled Parts
We creatures of the earth shouldn’t eat each other’s lips. That’s my firm view.
Dairy Queen Delights
Some things change, some stay the same.
Pancake Wisdom
We were always happy with pancakes straight from Mom’s pan, not too thick or too thin, drizzled with some homemade jam or jelly or sugar or maple syrup from the Piggly Wiggly.
Solstice Celebrations
Let in, let out, let go, let be.
Nights at the 10-Hi
We live in media-rich times, but streaming services don’t compare to summer nights at the 10-Hi.
Strawberry Rhubarb Crunch
Lois Thielen, the famous Minnesota baker, is making rhubarb crunch this week. With her recipe, we all can.
Lake Wobegon Rides
Stearns County is preparing for its 25th annual Lake Wobegon Trail Caramel Roll, Lady Slipper, and Caramel Apple bike rides.
