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“Life’s most persistent and urgent question is, ‘What are you doing for others?'" - Martin Luther King, Jr. There are few people in history as notable as Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., and since many schools and offices are off to honor him on January 17, 2022, I hope you all spend the day living out his legacy with kindness, service, or learning. Lucky for us, there is no shortage of great things happening, including several FREE events. Get your kiddos thinking critically at … Continue Reading..
Happy New Year! Here’s hoping 2022 ends up being a fantastic year… Hopefully with a few more adventures than 2021 😉 January is always a month full of events, however, the pandemic has canceled quite a few. I've gathered what I could, sprinkled in some at-home fun if that's a better fit for your … Continue Reading..
From a book of poems to one of my favorite kitchen gadget, there is a lot to love in this edition of Favorite Things December 2021! BOOK: CALL US WHAT WE CARRY: POEMS BY AMANDA GORMAN After reading this book, I instantly made it a goal to read more poetry in the coming year. I love how … Continue Reading..
Embrace winter by planning to head out to one of these wintertime night hikes in Michigan for 2021-2022! Let's chat about one of my favorite things to do in winter: Hike...in the dark...in the snow! I know I sound slightly crazy, but it is one of the most relaxing experiences, especially when … Continue Reading..
The post below is sponsored by Tanger Outlets in Howell, Michigan. All opinions expressed belong to me. Attention holiday shoppers! If you're looking for a fun way to entertain the kiddos while popping into stores, you should plan a visit to the Tanger Outlets in Howell this season. The shopping … Continue Reading..
In addition to my list of local Christmas events that can get you out of the house, I wanted to share a list of 31 things to do in December at home in case heading into crowds doesn't work for your family or you are quarantined because #pandemiclife, am I right? ;) Let's get creative and make it … Continue Reading..
From a fantastic read to one of my favorite apps for staying organized there is a lot to love in this edition of Favorite Things November 2021! BOOK: THE NIGHTINGALE BY KRISTIN HANNAH I am a bit behind on reading this one, which has been highly recommended to me for years. As I mentioned in … Continue Reading..
Think back to the best Christmases and birthdays of your childhood... If you're anything like me, toy gifts don't stick out much, but the memories and people do. I've quickly realized my kids are happy with a few gifts to open, but mostly they are just happy to feel special and spend time together. … Continue Reading..
I attended a media night preview for Meadow Brook's Holiday Walk and Winter Wonder Lights. All opinions expressed belong to me. It’s the most wonderful time of year! The Holidays at Meadow Brook will dazzle with two breathtaking holiday events—the 50th anniversary of the annual Holiday Walk and … Continue Reading..
The post below is sponsored by the Michigan Apple Committee. All opinions expressed belong to me. Fill your home with the aroma of these super simple crockpot baked apples using pantry staples as ingredients! Apple season is still rolling here in Michigan, and with cooler temps on the … Continue Reading..