One of our favorite things to do during summer vacation is to visit other libraries. We recently found ourselves with an hour of time to kill after visiting LEGOland, so naturally, we searched for the closest public library. As a school librarian, my kids know how much I like to scope out new libraries and get ideas and they…
For those looking to improve their overall health and wellness, going on a plant-based diet is an option many have heard about but few know how to implement effective change for sustainable health benefits.
Stuck in the house with nothing to do? Check out these top ten toys for 2020 from Modern Natural Baby in Ferndale.
June is a time for families like mine to celebrate our diversity and to appreciate those who have come before us and paved the way to equality. My children love meeting other “rainbow” families and seeing families like ours in advertisements, on TV and in books. As a school librarian, and the wife of a former bookstore manager, our home…
Think heart-healthy recipes can’t taste good? You need to try this yummy breakfast dish. The recipe is courtesy of Graceland Fruit, one of the largest single providers of infused dried fruits in the world, with operations located in northern Michigan. Here’s what they had to say about what makes this recipe tasty and good for you: “Graceland dried cherries boast more…
Puppies and young kids have a lot in common: they’re both highly energetic, very curious, and easily distracted. In some ways, this makes them especially compatible — with both having equally high energy, neither ever needs to worry about getting bored! But those similarities can also cause them to clash if you don’t start them out on the right foot.…
Are you looking for a great way to show your #detroitpride? If so, skinnytees has the perfect clothing line for you. Detroit Has Legs is a new line of Detroit inspired clothing for those of you that want to show off your Detroit Spirit. skinnytees provided Metro Detroit Mommy with several shirts and leggings so we could share their brand…
Most U.S. households have at least one pet — and it’s not uncommon for pet owners to treat their furry friends like any other member of the family. It’s understandable, then, that you might want to avoid bringing your dog to a kennel or leaving your cat in the care of a friend every time you have to go out…
If you are like most people, you probably have a collection of reusable grocery shopping bags, likely stuffed in another reusable grocery shopping bag, somewhere in your house or car. Everyone knows that using reusable grocery shopping bags is best, but toting around those bags, making sure they aren’t ripped or dirty, and remembering to bring them in the store…
We are diving into summer this year with a ton of activities and checking items off our summer bucket list. Ice cream and smores are always on our list of things to enjoy during the hot days of summer. We have great news for families that want to enjoy a sweet cool and creamy treat but avoid dairy, or are…
Make your Thanksgiving dinner table festive with this fruit display shaped like a turkey. Help curb pre-meal hunger by snacking on some of these healthier fruit options. Simply pick your favorite fruits to add to the display. Looking for other delicious Thanksgiving sides to top off your feast? Check out these recipes: Apple, Spinach, Chicken Sausage and Farro Stuffed Acorn…
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It’s almost fall and you know what that means…pumpkin flavored everything! If you’re not a pumpkin fan though, fear not, a plentiful variety of fall produce are also in season.
Halloween is creeping up, which means that soon your little ones will be running around your neighborhood, decked out in costumes and collecting as much candy as possible! While you probably don’t need to cook anything super sweet this week—trick-or-treating will keep your little ones stocked with sugary goodies—you may want something a little healthier to enjoy that’s still in…
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