WWII Sea Jeeps – Ford Amphibian Vehicles in Rouge River

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This photo is from the early 1940s (1940-46) showing the “Sea Jeeps” – amphibian vehicles made by Ford. The Sea Jeeps were not a success due to the fact that they were too slow on land and not seaworthy enough in the open water. This was one weapon in Detroit’s “Arsenal of Democracy” that had [...]

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Imported From Detroit

February 7, 2011

I’m a sucker for anything that promotes Michigan and especially, much-maligned Detroit. So, when the Chrysler 200 commercial started last night saying, “I’ve got a question for ya, what does this city know about luxury?” amidst the backdrop of the factories in the Motor City – I was a bit nervous as to how this [...]

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We will be closed 1/20/11 to 2/1/11

January 18, 2011

Just a quick programming note here – we will be closed January 20, 2011 through February 1, 2011. All orders placed by 5pm Wednesday, January 19th will ship on January 20th. Orders placed January 20, 2011 through February 1, 2011 will ship Wednesday, February 2nd.

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List of the 2011 Michigan Notable Books

January 12, 2011

The 2011 list of Michigan Notable Books is the 10th year that this list has been compiled. Each year the Library of Michigan sponsors a list of the 20 books that “highlights exceptional ‘Michigan books’ published in 2010 that bring attention to Michigan authors and topics. Books that showcase the range of experiences of Michigan’s [...]

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Order by December 16th to ensure a Christmas delivery

December 2, 2010

I’m taking a quick break from handling orders, phone calls, and shipping out a plethora (I just love that word) of gift baskets to make a quick announcement. A lot of folks worry about their orders being delivered in time for Christmas (I don’t blame them not wanting their gifts to be late) so I [...]

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Footage of the 1931 J.L. Hudson’s Thanksgiving Day Parade

November 22, 2010

I love coming across old footage like this. It’s a real treat to get a snapshot of certain time periods. This 1931 footage is of the J.L. Hudson’s Thanksgiving Day Parade in Detroit. Give the Detroit Gift Box this Christmas! – $28.79

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Introducing Michigan mittens and long sleeved shirts

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I’m super excited to announce that we have paired up Lake Is Good® long sleeved t-shirts with unique Michigan Mittens that feature an outline of the Upper Peninsula on one hand and the Lower Peninsula on the other hand. The slogan for Michigan Mittens is “always have a map on hand”. I’ve tried these mittens [...]

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Edmund Fitzgerald sank 35 years ago today

November 10, 2010

The Edmund Fitzgerald sank November 10, 1975 taking the lives of all 29 crew members on board. It’s hard to believe that 35 years have passed since this tragedy and I’m sure it’s even hard for the friends and family of the 29 men who died. Here is a roundup of Edmund Fitzgerald posts I [...]

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Sparky Anderson 1934 – 2010

November 5, 2010

God Bless you, Sparky. Tell Ernie, we all say ‘hi’. Here is Sparky and some of the players from the great 1984 World Series Champions talking about what Sparky meant in their lives, not just what he meant to them in terms of baseball. A great roundup of Sparky Anderson articles and tributes can be [...]

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What symbol best represents Michigan?

November 3, 2010

When you think of Michigan, what do you picture in your mind’s eye? The Mackinac Bridge? One of more than one hundred of Michigan’s lighthouses? The simple, yet familial silhouette of the Upper and Lower peninsula? Vote in the poll below and if you don’t see an ideal choice, feel free to add it to [...]

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