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It’s getting to be that season…Baby animals are being born and it has me thinking about all the amazing farm events on the horizon. Three things I love: Michigan, agriculture and FREE family fun. Every child deserves the opportunity to visit a farm and see where their food comes from. That’s why I love the Breakfast […]
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 […]
I received tickets to Day Out With Thomas in exchange for promoting the event. All opinions expressed are my own. Bust my bumpers! Day Out With Thomas has officially rolled into Crossroads Village and Huckleberry Railroad in Flint for the next two weekends. This annual event is a favorite for local families, and for a good reason. […]
I will receive tickets to DOWT in exchange for promoting the event. Opinions belong to me. They’re two, they’re four, they’re six, they’re eight, Shunting trucks and hauling freight. Red and green and brown and blue, They’re the Really Useful crew. If you find yourself humming this tune often, I have the event for you! Day Out With Thomas […]
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 […]
Nothing says summer quite like a good ole fashion county fair! I’ve loved hitting up the county fair circuit since I was a little gal. I’ve always loved seeing the 4-H animals, getting a fresh squeezed lemonade, riding some carnival rides and checking out the special event happenings! I’m so happy to be able to […]
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 […]
One of my favorite things to do in the wintertime is to walk through the Detroit Zoo after a snowfall. {I shared some photos of a visit last year here.} In the sunshine and fresh air, with fewer visitors and more active animals, a walk through the Zoo can be a serious mood booster when […]
Just a little taste of the fun things we’ve been doing around our hood…It’s the most wonderful time of year, isn’t it? Top (L to R): Reindeer at the Ice Fest in downtown Ferndale, Big, Bright Lights show in downtown Rochester. Bottom (L to R): Mike and Margaret’s crazy lighted house in Troy, Giant Gingerbread […]
Have you ever been to a Renaissance Festival? You know, where people of all backgrounds get together, dress up and pretend like we’re back in the renaissance period of time? It may sound crazy, but here in Michigan, we have a fun event that comes back every year, and has been going on since 1979 […]