Across the fields of western Illinois, there is a little-known trail, which follows the footsteps of the prophet Joseph Smith as he left Nauvoo for the last time, and rode 21 miles to his eventual death at the hands of a mob at Carthage Jail. The “martyrdom trail,” as it is known, takes a long […]
The Forgotten Trail: A Solemn Journey to Carthage Jail Read More »
If you were to meet Karen Blunier, owner of Nauvoo Yoga, your first impression of her would probably be that she is an incredibly calm and mellow person. In first meeting her, you would, of course, have no idea where she’s been and what she’s been through. You wouldn’t know that she’s a nurse with
Rooted in Balance at Nauvoo Yoga: How One Woman Found Peace Read More »
Disclaimer: As of June 2023, I am a promotional partner of Three Keys Collection. This means I promote their products for compensation such as discounts and deals. You benefit, too! You can receive a discount to this local Nauvoo business by subscribing here! Jean Brown started her clothing boutique Three Keys Collection to inspire her
Hand-Me-Downs to Chic: One Woman’s Story of Confidently Dreaming Read More »
This story starts with a burger. Just as Jordan Squire took his first juicy bite, his wife Morgan dropped the bomb. We need to sell our house, move to Nauvoo, and open a restaurant, she told him. An Unexpected Path Keep in mind, the Squires were not in the restaurant industry. He was a computer
Burgers and Inspiration: The Story Behind Nauvoo’s Red Front Restaurant Read More »
