Hello, from a Northland girl born in Cloquet, raised in Wrenshall, and currently living in Duluth! I consider myself lucky to have been able to share my mornings and life with you since 1996. It's like audio Facebook. You're the reason getting up at 3am is totally worth it! I love hot buttered movie theater popcorn, the smell of a lake (especially if I’m fishing), and warm fuzzy blankets. I’m a lover, not a fighter, and yes it’s true, I get my hair cut on a weekly basis. Kudos to my family, Homie, Kylee, and my Schnauzer, Bauer for always being by my side. I appreciate that you wake up with the B105 Breakfast Club, read and share my blogs and most of all, your friendship through the years! Peace, love and hugs!
Cathy Kates
If You Get A Cell Phone Call From Your Own Phone, Don’t Answer, It’s A Scam
I was attending a healthy eating class through Duluth Community Action with my friend Coleen when her cell phone rang. We were both surprised since we thought we had both silenced our phones for the class. We were even more surprised to see that the number that was calling was her own.
Crafting With Cathy & Kathy: Inexpensive Homemade Mosquito Trap [VIDEO]
It’s been a very wet Spring and that means it’s going to be a mosquito laden Summer. There’s many things you can do to deter the little vermin, bug spray and citronella candles, but there’s something you can make that is inexpensive and will last two weeks at a time.
Learn To Sail With The Duluth Community Education And Duluth Superior Sailing Association
If you gaze longingly while watching the sail boat races on Lake Superior every Wednesday in the summer, don't just stand on land and watch, take classes and get sailing! Until now you probably didn't know where to turn for sailing lessons now you're covered with a class from Duluth Community Education.
Find Treasures At The Esko Rummage Sales Today And Saturday
I love rummage sailing. It's such a great way to pick up some things you've been looking for and wanting to save money. Heck, I save money on things I haven't been looking for. There are several community rummage sales in the Northland, today and tomorrow it's in Esko. They even have maps to help you hit them all.
Top 5 Reasons I’m Sick Of This Rain
How many days have we had rain in a row? I miss the sunshine and the word "ark" actually entered my mind this morning. As the dog was impatiently barking at the door (he hates getting wet) while I was no where near the door, I started making a list of why I'm sick of the rain.
Top 5 Northland Bugs That Should Be Eaten In New Trend, Insect Inspired Food
I am not warped, there is a reason why I came up with the top 5 most popular insects of our area that should be used in insect-inspired food. Because a museum in Houston has a vending machine that carries only snacks made from insect parts. I thought why not get rid of our top 5 most annoying Northland insects, can you guess which 5 they are?
Skeeter Moore Makes Training For The NorthShore Inline Skate Marathon Fun [VIDEO]
Just say the word marathon and my confidence level drops. I have run several half marathons and am currently training for another, my goal is always just to finish. That's because I think just finishing is an unrealistic goal for me. I never thought about an inline skate marathon until Skeeter Moore showed me how easy it could be.
The Good And Bad Of Men In Rompers, Do You Agree?
Ok, where to start. First, I personally am not a fan of rompers on my own body, they can be uncomfortable and if you have to go to the bathroom one side of said romper will inevitably end up laying in a pool of God only knows what on the public restroom floor. There's good and bad when it comes to rompers for guys, here they are and you decide.
DTA Offers Free Ride To Passengers Who Bring Their Bicycles This Friday
It's National Bike to Work Day this Friday and the DTA is getting involved. Now I understand the premise is to actually "bike to work", but with the hills in Duluth no one is going to jump on ya if you take the DTA back home, that hill after a long days work could be brutal.
Unique Housing Suggestions For Grandma’s Marathon Weekend
Grandma's Marathon is about 5 weeks away and if you're wondering where you'll stay or if you have guests coming you have no room to accommodate comfortably, Grandma's Marathon has suggestions for you. On-campus housing at our colleges and universities.
Embrace At A Wisconsin Bar Is A Great Idea, But Sad Sign Of The Times
Recently I was at Birch Island Bar in Wisconsin enjoying a fish fry and a few beverages. After some time I ventured into the restroom and while I was doing my thang I noticed something on the wall that not only was an eye opener, but a great idea. Although, I’m sure if you had to use it, it would be a very awkward situation.
Consider Making Mom Dinner With This Easy Mini-Lasagna Recipe
I love the taste of lasagna, but the fact that we’re currently training for the half marathon has us watching what we eat to keep the weight down. When I found this recipe that is made in muffin tins with those little won ton wrappers instead of thick lasagna noodles I though I’d give it a try. They are fabulous and I made them for my sister and brother in law who immediately asked for the recipe