We are so excited to host this giveaway for 34 Degrees Sweet Crisps. We had the opportunity to try the Sweet Lemon and Vanilla flavors. They are so amazing. You can read more about the wonderful Lemon Cheesecake Dip we made that is a perfect pairing for these crisps. 34 Degrees Sweet Crisps are available in four varieties in 4-ounce…
The Surgeon General has declared e-cigarette use among youth “an epidemic” after recent studies showed a drastic surge in use. Between 2017 and 2018, e-cigarette use increased 78% among high school students, from 11.7% in 2017 to 20.8% in 2018. In 2018, more than 3.6 million U.S. youth – including 1 in 5 high school students and 1 in 20 middle school…
According to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration(NOAA), microplastics are tiny pieces of plastic debris, less than five millimeters in length. Unfortunately, our reliance on plastic in all forms, including microplastics, makes it “the most prevalent type of marine debris found in our ocean and Great Lakes”, again from NOAA. Despite their small size, the effects from microplastics loom large as…
Eight Plates Farm Mayville, Michigan How often do we really know where our food comes from? Not often unless we are growing our own produce and raising our own cattle on a farm. When was the last time you spoke with the farmer who raised the cattle for the beef you served for dinner? If you are like most of…
Peppa Pig World of Play Michigan at Great Lakes Crossing. Step into the magical world of Peppa Pig. Geared toward preschool aged children, this permanent indoor play space features 13 interactive play areas.
It’s no secret that driving can be dangerous; according to the U.S. Department of Justice, motor vehicle accidents make up 52% of all personal injury cases. However, not all dangers of driving are immediately apparent to all drivers. Some of the most dangerous driving scenarios, in fact, are the ones that get overlooked. The following are some of the most…
By: Grace Derocha, registered dietitian, certified diabetes educator and certified health coach at Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan If diets worked, why do so many people try a new one every year? A crash diet, or a restrictive meal plan focused on fast-turn weight loss, can be dangerous to a person’s physical and mental health. Regardless of short-term results, a deprivation-driven meal plan may lead to more serious, long-term health issues down the…
Consumer Reports released their findings last week and announced that they found concerning levels of heavy metals in almost half of the fruit juices they tested. Forty-five popular fruit juices were tested (including apple, grape, pear, and fruit blends) for inorganic arsenic, lead, mercury, and cadmium. Consumer Reports listed the tested juices in four categories, better alternatives, potential risk at 1…
Going to Campus Martius Park and Cadillac Square in the winter is a magical experience. There is so much to see and do throughout the season. You don’t want to miss out. Campus Martius Park is located in the heart of Downtown Detroit at 800 Woodward Ave. The 2.5-acre park is an amazing outdoor venue that features a beautiful fountain,…
At a spot where Detroit’s home baseball team once played now stands the first units of a modular mix-use property known as The Corner. At the intersection of Trumbull and Michigan Avenue, the modular apartments are starting to take shape. The U.S. construction and real estate market has been getting stronger in recent years. In 2016, the construction market alone…
It’s fall and we are out and about in Metro Detroit, checking out cider mills. If you are looking for tasty cider and yummy donuts check out Ashton Orchards Cider Mill, which is located in Ortonville, Michigan on Seymour Lake Road. (just east of Sashabaw Road). Website Ashton Orchards is a smaller property that sells fruits, vegetables, bakery items, and apple cider. They…
I’m so excited that Ralph Breaks the Internet is coming to theaters in November. Wouldn’t it be a fun Daddy/Daughter costume idea to dress up as Ralph and Vanellope for Halloween? A couple of years ago Rosa dressed up as Vanellope. I put together some options for creating your own Wreck it Ralph Costume. Our goal is to present items that you…
Senior living communities offer a plethora of perks: there’s no work to do, no food to prepare, and no stress to manage; it can be surprising to know that nine out of 10 Americans want to stay at home for as long as possible when such an easy life is waiting in a community full of peers their own age. American House,…
Dodge Park is a 51-acre park located in Sterling Heights. The park is host to two play structures, outdoor amphitheater, pavilions, picnic areas, restroom, sand volleyball, in-line skating rink, and farmer’s market. The 7,800 square foot Dodge Park Splash Pad is a great place to cool off in the summer. 2021 Dodge Park Dates/Hours We are so thrilled that the…
