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Grab your significant other and get out there and play or chill with these 100+ winter date ideas in Southeast Michigan during Covid! Dating your spouse or significant other while social distancing protocols are in place is definitely a struggle, but not impossible with a little planning ahead. … Continue Reading..
It’s the month of LOVE, Black History Month, and it’s also a month for some great things for families to do. Get inspired with adventures at home or around southeast Michigan with this list of ideas. Happy February...Stay warm! 28 Things To Do In February February 1 Make sure to … Continue Reading..
Boost your child's self-esteem and grow their heart with this Valentine's Day confidence countdown for kids! As a child, I wanted nothing more than to be reminded I was loved, and that has carried through to my parenting style. For children, hearing words of affirmation is linked to greater … Continue Reading..
On this day -- January 26, 1837, Michigan officially became a state. Happy birthday, beautiful! Originally, our state *should* have become official in 1835, but a boundary dispute with Ohio prevented it. Perhaps that is what kicked off Michiganders lifelong hate against Ohio?! Anywho, the … Continue Reading..
If downhill skiing with multiple children intimidates you as much as me, I've got a new adventure for you to try -- cross-country skiing! One of the most valuable groups I am in on Facebook is the 1000 Hours Outside Michigan group. Not only do I adore the movement itself, but I adore the local … Continue Reading..
When I was brainstorming content ideas for the year, I reflected on the posts I enjoy the most from my favorite bloggers...And one simple idea that stuck out was posts where they picked their favorite items from the month {some sponsored, some not} and share. We all love recommendations, don't we?! … Continue Reading..
Happy New Year! Here's hoping 2021 ends up being a fantastic year... Hopefully with a few more adventures than 2020 ;) Looking for something fun to do this month? From local events, to plenty of fun that can be had at home, there are ideas for all below. 31 Things To Do In January … Continue Reading..
Let's chat about one of my favorite things to do in winter: Hike...in the dark...in the snow! I know I sound crazy, but it is one of the most relaxing experiences, especially when the snow is gently falling. Add darkness + lanterns or candlelight, and the experience is even more magical. I'm … Continue Reading..
Republished with updates on December 30, 2020. Recent studies show kids ages 8-18 spend an average of 53 hours a week using entertainment media. Even though I adore technology, I have big limits when it comes to my kids. I find that fact pretty freaky. What happened to going outside to play and … Continue Reading..
If you're looking for a reason to visit Detroit this winter, I've outlined some ideas below, including the Detroit Riverfront Conservancy’s family-friendly “Winter at Valade.” Even though this season is different than most, there are still plenty of ways to enjoy outdoor winter fun in Detroit. Visit … Continue Reading..