Going back to school, high in the sky

"It gave us an opportunity to grow better." 12/3/18 The Father-Son Duo Getting a Second Wind Father-son duo Jim and Joel Caulfield are, naturally, at different stages of life. After 26 years in the trucking industry, Jim wants to change careers, while Joel wants to start one that will let him travel the world and work with his hands. So the Caulfields are studying to become wind turbine technicians at Iowa Lakes Community College, where some of the best in the United States get their start. How's that for family bonding time? This Great Big Story was made possible by Paris to Pittsburgh airing on National Geographic Channel on December 12th at 9/8c. Celebrating Japanese Christmas in Portland Christmas is an extra sweet time of year for Mio Asaka. Through her bakeshop in Portland, Oregon, Mio brings her Japanese heritage to life through traditional holiday treats baked for all to enjoy. This year, she's got a special guest and kitchen helper in Nico Tortorella. Together, they prepare a special Christmas meal, including sushi, karaage (Japanese fried chicken) and, of course, Japanese Christmas cake. For Mio, there's no sweeter way to connect with others than through dessert. This Great Big Story was made by IKEA. Grab a Beer on Ice … Literally There are all sorts of lakeside bars and hotspots, but how about a bar that's quite literally on a lake? Welcome to Hillbillies Ice Hole, a cozy bar located atop Minnesota's frozen Lake Lida.  View this email in your browser.  Copyright © 2018 Great Big Story, LLC, All rights reserved.You are receiving this message because you subscribed to the Great Big Story newsletter. Want to change how you receive these emails? You can update your preferences or unsubscribe from this list