Italy comes to Kohler

It's always been a dream of mine to visit Italy, but it came to us instead! The Italian Experience was celebrated last weekend less than a mile away from us. Italian flags graced the parking lot, sand sculptures had an Italian theme, there were gondola rides on the lake, Ferraris to view, and, of course, many Italian foods to sample. What fun!

F.........inally Oscar plays golf!

After more than a week of inundating rains here in Wisconsin, today dawned bright and beautiful here in Kohler. Of the many great golf courses in our area, he chose Black Wolf Run, mostly because it is within walking (or hopping) distance. He took the marked path right around the corner from our house and his two favorite clubs. You may think they're a little long for him, but remember he stands on his back legs to hit the ball. You can see the rest of his foursome on one of the holes of the Meadow's Course. The River Course was still a little under water. You can see more of Blackwolf Run here:

http://www.destinationkohler.com/golf/bwr/bwr_index.html

A.........dventures with Camille in Kohler Part II

Today Camille invited her friend, Oscar, to visit the Kohler Sports Core. First they posed in front of the sculpture near the front entrance. Because she is a member and Oscar is her guest, they were allowed past the signs, and into Camille's favorite area, the family pool. This is a regualr work out area for Camille when she participates in water aerobics. Go, Camille, go Oscar, be fit!! Aren't Camille and Oscar lucky to have such a gorgeous fascility in their area? Aren't I lucky to have an alter-ego like Camille?

A.........dventures in Kohler with Camille...Part I

Today the new Camille begins a series of adventures in Kohler. The village paths are dotted with modern sculptures and botanical gardens. The garden glories change in summer and fall, but Camille is particulary fascinated by the glorious spring blooms. They are all within walking (or hopping) distance of any Kohler locale, and visitors can even rent a walking tour tape of the many gardens. Come visit our lovely village at any time, and stay tuned for her adventures at the Kohler Design Center, the Waelderhous, and even The American Club!

J.........oyous experience!

She began by singing in her deep, beautiful throaty voice:
"Just when I thought the sun wasn't going to shine anymore,
"God put a rainbow in the sky."
Perhaps you've guessed who this is already!
Last night we had the great pleasure of spending "An Evening With Maya Angelou", a presentation by the Kohler Distinguished Guest Series and the Kohler Foundation, attended by several hundred people right here in Kohler, Wisconsin.
She went on to speak about hope, her life experiences, and her thoughts with an incredible grace, humor, and spirit. She sang; she read her poetry; her soul danced. She talked about the effect we all have on each other. She spoke of those heroes, and sheroes...that's no typo...that have touched her life and I couldn't help but wonder if she realized how much she has meant to so many people, especially me.
I loved how she talked about "rainbows in the clouds of life", and was deeply touched when my husband told me on the way home that I was the rainbow in his cloud.
Thank you, Dr. Angelou, for the most inspiring and touching evening of my life!

W........inter in Wisconsin

Ahhhh.....Winter in Wisconsin! Two days ago more than 16" of white fell on Kohler and it took David seven times to clear the mess. He is over six feet tall, so the snow depth is obvious! It is starkly beautiful if you don't have to drive on it, as we discovered this morning when only through a great driving maneuver were we able to avaid a car that slid through a stopsign! Of course, that didn't stop us from joining friends for breakfast, and after a great deal of discussion and laughter on many topics, I was able to feel calm again. More snow is due tonight! Guess I should have cross stitched a polar bear instead of a panda on the new baby afghan! (shown on the right)