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The kids and I are always looking for fun spots to check out after our swim lessons at Goldfish Swim School in Ann Arbor. One spot I’ve had on my list all year is the University of Michigan’s Matthaei Botanical Gardens. The destination not only includes the botanical gardens, but also a 10,000-sq. ft. conservatory, walking […]
Visiting Hell, Michigan has been on my bucket list for a long time. I mean, who doesn’t want to say they’ve been to Hell? Any place with a good sense of humor has my vote for a great tourist destination! So, I packed up the kids for a visit, and in the very least, to […]
Every time I post about a playground we’re playing at, I get messages asking where we are. One such playground is the Imagination Station in Brighton, Michigan. This playground is one of my kid’s favorites and for good reason — there is plenty to do to wear out little ones! They call it the ‘wooden […]
One of our favorite annual traditions is picking blueberries at Hazen’s Farm in Howell, Michigan. First of all, blueberries are amazing to eat…Full of vitamins C and A and antioxidants. Second, they are SO easy to pick. Of all the u-pick fruit, this is my favorite with kids because it’s quick picking and there is […]
Visiting the zoo and learning about the animals is definitely a summer must for families in Southeast Michigan. We are lucky to be central to a few great animals gems like the Detroit Zoo and the Toledo Zoo. One that should be top of mind as well is Potter Park Zoo, located in Lansing. Our […]
Looking for a fun excursion with the kids? Head Strawberry Picking at Spicer Orchards in Fenton, Michigan. It’s fun and delicious!
If the winter blues are starting to kick in, check out this list for some great FREE fun! Paying 3 admissions {or 5 if you count my husband and I} anywhere we go adds up quickly. Visiting every cool place surrounding us just isn’t financially possible for us, so I have to carefully think through which ones we […]
Can you spot the fairy in the photo?! I’m a believer! I’ve always had a soft spot for all things mythical and magical, so it’s no surprise the recent fairy trend has made my heart happy. My kids adore making things for the fairies they believe surround our house, and I love that their projects […]
One of my favorite local gems to visit for some outdoor exploring is Kensington Metropark. I’ve been coming here since I was young and it just keeps getting better with each passing year. There is so much to do! If you aren’t familiar, Kensington Metropark is part of the Huron-Clinton Metroparks system located at the intersection of Brighton, […]
As a gal who loves nature and photographing beautiful places, I was floored I hadn’t heard of “The Ledges” of Grand Ledge until a few weeks ago when my friend Jessica posted about it. We visited this weekend after spending the night at my in-laws and had a great time exploring. For those geographically challenged, Grand Ledge […]
I’ve posted several times about the Howell Nature Center, and anytime I include a photo people instantly ask, “Where is this place?” You guys, this place is hands-down one of my favorite local gems for outdoor play. And as if my kids needed a reason to enjoy it even more, last year, they added a […]
The post below is sponsored by Shell. All opinions expressed are my own. Looking for something to do this upcoming weekend? I have the ultimate cool idea: A scavenger hunt in Detroit! First off, the weather looks like it’s {finally} going to be amazing, and second, there are some awesome prizes up for grabs. About The Shell […]
My mom and I packed up the kids and my nephew and headed to the Toledo Zoo last week. It was wonderful! I hadn’t been there in years, and never with kids, so it was great to see what the updates were like…It was a whole different zoo than I remember. The grounds were immaculate […]
This past weekend, I had the chance to travel to Michigan’s capital city: Lansing. During my trip I was able to network with other fab bloggers, eat some great food and explore the city. It was wonderful! Along the way, I learned of some great spots and am excited to share a few of my […]
Belle Isle Park in Detroit is definitely one of those places that needs to be on every Michigander’s list. I have always felt a strange connection to the island knowing my parents went there to play as kids, and later date as teenagers growing up in the city. Its rich history combined with its endless beauty and views of […]
We nixed cable for one solid reason: To have the perfect excuse to get outside more. I can’t even tell you how much I have loved not having it to distract us! I’m a huge proponent of getting lots of outdoor time with kids. While I’m no scientist, I will tell you that my mom experience […]
Yesterday we had a day filled with East Lansing family fun on the campus of Michigan State University. After digging online and still not getting a clear picture of where to go or what to expect as a visitor with kids, I decided to do a post for all you visual learners like me. Butterflies in […]
The lakes, the beaches, the sunsets…There is nothing quite like summer in Pure Michigan. And after this beast of a winter, I know we all are SO ready for it. To kick-off the official first days of summer, I would like to present to you my list of 50 ways to have a Pure Southeast Michigan Summer. […]
Is there anything better than summer in Michigan? I certainly don’t think so! I have a lot of love for all the seasons my home state offers, but nothing gets me more excited than spending the summer by water and relaxing around a bonfire at the end of the night. I decided to come up […]
I love exploring new places…especially beautiful little places that don’t cost a dime to get into. One such place I discovered thanks to my mom last week was Heavenly Scent Herb Farm in Fenton, Mich. We had fun roaming the gardens and taking photos. Here are some of my favorite shots from the day. Have […]