It's a beautiful day in the neighborhood!
It was my junior year of college and I worked at our college newspaper selling ads. Despite a job, I always seemed to be short on cash after buying groceries and paying my rent, so going out to eat was rarely an option. When I did go out to eat, it was generally a Taco Bell run in between classes … Continue Reading..
Fall means apple season here in Michigan. So, when grandma was here for the last week, we decided to put the peck I purchased to use and make apple crisp, one of my favorite treats (and even better than apple pie in my opinion). We followed a simple recipe I've made a few dozen times. It always … Continue Reading..
Today I have the honor of guest posting at one of my favorite blogs for travel - Midwest Guest. Dominique is a fellow Detroiter who writes about all the fabulous places around the Midwest. I love checking her blog to learn about unique places to visit. Travel over to her blog today for my guest … Continue Reading..
Here in metro Detroit, we are lucky to have several cider mills within an hour's drive. My favorite one is the Parshallville Cider Mill, just outside Fenton. It's very simple and may not be much to some, but it's the one I grew-up with and have the most fond memories of. Each fall growing up, my … Continue Reading..
I am from peace and quiet, from Old English to polish the antique furniture and line-dried clothes, lovingly hung with wooden clothespins. I am from a dirt road, where grass grows long, sticks crack under your feet as you walk and the scent of burning leaves fill the air. I am from the lilac … Continue Reading..
About a month ago my hubby surprised me with a fabulous idea...to plan a night out to celebrate our 3rd anniversary...finally (our anni is in June). After we lined up grandma to babysit for the eve, I was off to planning. I knew he might want to go somewhere scenic, but I really just wanted to … Continue Reading..
I’m always on the hunt for cool things we can do as a family that are free or low-cost. There are so many great adventures to be had…try these for a day of family fun around Detroit at zero cost. 5. Museum Adventure Pass. Pick up a pass at any participating library to gain FREE access into all … Continue Reading..
I’m an outspoken person; therefore I am not one to shy away from topics like politics and religion. In fact, both are topics I love discussing, even if friends/family have opposing views because I always walk away with a new piece of knowledge. So, I decided I would tackle religion today… I am … Continue Reading..