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One of the coolest things about February and March here in Michigan is the abundance of maple syrup-inspired events. The entire process is fascinating, and I love that it's the first farm crop to be harvested in Michigan each year. That is definitely worth celebrating...and noting that spring must … Continue Reading..
From a book describing the human experience of emotions to a Michigan-based Etsy shop specializing in stickers and apparel, there is a lot to love in this edition of Favorite Things February 2022! Affiliate links included below. My site gets a small commission when items are purchased through the … Continue Reading..
I think we can all agree on one thing...the 2022 Super Bowl is definitely NOT just about an American football game. For me it's about the food, commercials, halftime show, Star Spangled Banner and a little football ;) First, for this Super Bowl LVI, we have Eminem performing and Stafford … Continue Reading..
Our family recently had the chance to head Snow Tubing at Hawk Island in Lansing, Michigan, and man! It was so much fun. Hawk Island is a fantastic park with a splash pad, lake/beach, cute playground and walking trail. We had visited a few times during summer, but never in winter, so decided to … Continue Reading..
I thought bedtime was supposed to get easier as kids grew older… The kids shower themselves, clip their own nails, and get ready for bed with just a few bits of prompting. But bedtime is a whole hour-long adventure these days and I have much less time to myself now than I had when they … 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, and fingers crossed for some snow days! {And if you're looking for … Continue Reading..
From a thought-provoking book to inexpensive frames from Walmart, there is a lot to love in this edition of Favorite Things January 2022! BOOK: CLOUD CUCKOO LAND This book kept popping up in my feed as one of the best of 2021, so I took it as a sign I needed to check it out. Boy, was it a … Continue Reading..
“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 … 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..