This week we visited the Roseville Recreation Center. The facility is located at 18185 Sycamore, right off of Gratiot, north of 696. Admission is just $2 per child and they are open Tuesdays and Thursdays from 10 am to noon until April 3, 2014. There was so much to do there. Tons of climbers, slides, see saws, a merry…
Bri received free admission to the Imagination Station in Toledo in exchange for this promotional post. All opinions are her own, your experience may differ. I was so excited to take my girls (ages 6 and 4) down to Toledo, Ohio for our first time to check out the Imagination Station. The Imagination Station promises visitors of every age a…
Back in the day, I remember going on a tour of Pizza Hut’s kitchen. We learned all about how pizza was made, its history, and we ended it by making our own personal pizzas. Now that I have kids of my own, I’ve been wanting to do the same with them, but I haven’t found a Pizza Hut who offers…
This year we celebrated Carlyn’s Birthday at American Pie in Warren. If you aren’t familiar with the place, it’s an all-you-can-eat pizza buffet. We tried it a few years back and were not very impressed, but it has gotten better, and since it’s major competition closed its doors, it’s the best option in Metro Detroit. I was not compensated in…
A couple of days ago I have the opportunity to hang out with some of my favorite peeps and enjoy a complimentary meal from Brome Burgers in Dearborn. All opinions are genuine and my own, your experience may differ. Brome Burgers is a fast casual restaurant located on Michigan Road in Dearborn, located just minutes from The Henry Ford and…
Grilled cheese, yum! This American comfort food has been around since the time of the Romans, but it didn’t really become popular until the 1920’s when sliced bread and cheese became readily available to families around the world. The grilled cheese has been a popular staple in the United States. In fact, according to a 2009 report by consumer research firm…
Metro Detroit Mommy Blogger Theresa Walker – BeachBody Coach Creamy Tomato Basil Soup Tomato basil soup is one of my favorite soups, I was thrilled to find this healthier version! The key to making this healthier is using unsweetened almond milk, instead of heavy cream. I’m happy to report after trying it, I found it extremely delicious and satisfying and will be making…
Metro Detroit Mommy Blogger Theresa Walker – BeachBody Coach With back to school time here, this is a great recipe you can make when you have some time and then pull out on busy mornings and microwave for a healthy and filling, yet quick meal for the family! What is even better is these are customizable. If you have one child who loves…
I love caramel apples, but they’re big and awkward to eat. So, I came up with a quick, easy treat called chocolate apple pops that will delight your sweet tooth and is less messy. Here’s what you will need; Large Granny Smith apples Chocolate for melting Wooden Sticks for ice cream bars Chocolate and caramel sauce to drizzle Your favorite toppings.…
The New Year is upon us and lots of moms are probably thinking about health or healthy resolutions. An easy way to get your family to eat healthier is to start the tradition of “Meatless Monday.” Luckily, there are lots of family friendly ideas to get even the pickiest eater on board (and if your kids are like my kid,…
A big thank you goes out to my son who made this awesome dinner for us on family night a while back. If you like sloppy joe, but not the mess, try out this simple recipe. You will need: 1.5 pounds of ground beef or turkey 1 can of sloppy joe mix 1 can of refrigerated biscuits Preheat the oven to the…
This recipe is a twist on the typical “stuffed peppers”. I created it by experimenting using some of my favorite ingredients, some unique like farro; but the goal was to create a healthier version than the “typical”. Not just healthier, but this recipe provides complete nutrition with various veggies, proteins, carbs and it is very filling. With that said, you…
“Well I had a recipe, but I didn’t have all the ingredients…. so I improvised.” I have to tell you this happens more times than not at my home. I don’t go shopping to get items for recipes. I shop for things I like. We always have staple items and a few items that were on sale when I bought…
Here’s a tasty recipe for a tuna melt that is less than 300 calories. It is easy to make and rather filling. Ingredients: 4 tortilla wraps (I used Ole Spinach & Herb at 50 calories each) 1 can of tuna in water 1 ounce of cheddar cheese shredded 1 ounce of Munster Cheese shredded 1 cup of chopped spinach Instructions:…
Metro Detroit Mommy Blogger Theresa Walker – BeachBody Coach The hardest meal of the day for me to make and eat something filling and healthy is breakfast! I don’t have a lot of time; getting the kids fed and out the door is my first priority, so it has to be something quick and easy. Pinterest is a great source for finding nearly…
