Everyone is always raving about summer bucket lists, and I am sharing some Summer Bucket List Ideas In Michigan to help you out this summer. These aren’t the typical activities, but fun destinations everyone should visit with their family this year. Summer Bucket List Ideas In Michigan Kalamazoo Air Zoo: This museum in Kalamazoo is the perfect place to take…
Black History month was always a big deal to me…well not always. I first recall caring about it when I was in 1st grade and my librarian filled our modest library with photos of Diana Ross, Thurgood Marshall, Martin Luther King Jr., Stevie Wonder and Jackie Robinson. I knew Diana Ross because my grandmother was the original supremes fan girl…
As moms, we must be meticulous with our finances to ensure that we have enough money to support our households. Especially now in Detroit, as we continue to recover from the economic challenges of the past two years. The city’s unemployment rate remains unstable as it still fluctuates despite recovering from a 40% rate in mid-2020. And while job growth was…
A gift guide for those who have no idea what to buy for their mothers, wives, sisters, girlfriends or others. Here’s the thing, we know shopping off a list is the fail proof way to get your loved one something they actually want or need, HOWEVER, sometimes when you have to ask for a list, the element of surprise is…
Mindfulness Facilitator Toni Coral, 49, is a former high school English teacher who wants to help educators and students get away from all the noise of poor decisions made by policy makers’ in the education sector and to provide assistance to attendees to find a balance between home and professional life through, “A Quiet Place: Mediation Facilitation.” Coral, 49, left…
Last week we visited a wonderful new facility in Sterling Heights aimed at supporting children with Autism, Play-Place for Autistic Children. We received free admission to the facility so we could share our experience with you. Play-Place for Autistic Children is located at 41105 Technology Drive, north of 18 Mile and east of Mound, in Sterling Heights. The…
Piff the Magic Dragon Live in your living room. Don’t miss out on the magic and laughs August 16th as Piff entertains you LIVE!!
MICHIGAN KIDS FEST IS THIS WEEKEND CANTERBURY VILLAGE JUNE 11-12 Tickets on sale now! WHAT: The Michigan Kids Fest at Canterbury Village is a perfect end of the school year event for kids of all ages. This two-day festival will feature a wide variety of activities: FEATURING: Circus & Fire Shows The Detroit Circus performance Clown…
Social media is used by approximately 82% of the United States population to consume news, information, entertainment and much more. Some people develop an unhealthy relationship with social media where they overuse and abuse the digital platforms. This habit can lead to depression in young adults and low self-esteem and poor sleep quality in teens, among other negative mental health effects. Impact of the COVID-19 pandemic …
Every week I travel to downtown Detroit several times. Most days we are dropping off our children to practice with the Michigan Opera Theatre Children’s Chorus at the Detroit Opera. The drive leads us right past the Broderick Tower and a mural that holds a special place in my heart. Wyland is a fellow alumni of Lamphere High School in…
Pizza rolls are a family-favorite, grabbing the attention of kids in the frozen aisle. Full of preservatives, refined carbohydrates and unhealthy fats, pizza rolls aren’t exactly known for their health benefits. Try this healthier version, using wonton wrappers as the pizza roll vessel. Ingredients 1 7-8.5 oz jar sun dried tomatoes in oil 1 cup basil leaves 1/2 cup grated…
Whether it’s in a local pool or at a beach that leads to the ocean, getting in the water holds an appeal for people of all ages that can’t quite be described. There is something invigorating and exciting about swimming and playing games in the water that kids and adults alike enjoy, not to mention it is excellent exercise. It’s…
As your family grows, you might find yourself feeling cramped in your current home. Is it getting too small for your family? If it is, you might be considering moving to a bigger home. While this can be a great idea, it is something you need to plan carefully. Buying a house is a big investment and you’ll be taking…
The point of building a mother-in-law apartment is to have your older parents close enough while still giving them a sense of privacy and independence. To strike the right balance, plan for its construction using the tips outlined below. Locate the Place to Construct it The very first thing you need to do is to pick the area where you…
Every time you get into your car and sit behind the wheel, you’re responsible for your safety as well as that of any passengers you’re carrying and other road users. To get an idea of some of the safety measures you need to take to remain safe at all times, have a look at the five outlined below. Don’t Drive…
