In this episode, I share my latest home hack gone wrong: buying a thermal door curtain from Amazon to battle the freezing Michigan winter... only to discover it completely blocks easy door access! Now we're stuck entering and exiting through the garage while temps plummet to -17°F with heavy snow and dangerous wind chills.

I've been under the weather this week (hence no Tuesday episode—sorry!), so I've been sharing cozy throwback videos from up north on social media instead. Join me as I vent about this epic fail, reflect on surviving the cold snap, and maybe brainstorm better ways to insulate without turning your front door into a permanent barrier.

Perfect for anyone dealing with winter woes, impulse Amazon buys, or just needing a laugh during the deep freeze. Stay warm out there, Michigan!

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Join me for a peaceful yet lively update straight from my snowy backyard in Michigan! This week brought dramatic hawk flyovers right in front of the house, while seven cheeky squirrels feasted on peanuts out back; I kept a watchful eye to make sure no one became lunch.

More snow (around 4 inches) fell today, wiping out the feeders overnight as the birds polished off yesterday's seeds. Tomorrow I'll bundle up and refill them for my loyal morning crew: the returning Red-Breasted Nuthatch, ever-patient Black-capped Chickadees waiting at dawn, and the Red-Bellied Woodpecker "brrr-ing" from the trees for his peanuts. The cold snap has everyone extra hungry and active at the feeders.

But the real stars? Those vibrant Northern Cardinals; they've been extra spicy this week, full of attitude and chasing sparrows away like they own the place!

If you love quiet nature moments, backyard birdwatching, or just cozy winter wildlife tales, this short, heartwarming episode is for you. Grab a warm drink, listen in, and picture the snow-dusted feeders yourself.

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Join me as I debate which season of birds I like best. Summer birds that are calm and colorful or winter birds with their sass and dull colors?

I also discuss the gear I use to get the shots I want. Bird feeder camera, cellphone, camera. What equipment do you use?

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