Detroit is gritty, it’s vibrant, it’s whatever you want it to be. Flourishing, empty. Friendly, dangerous. Diverse, segregated. It’s a city of contrast and that’s what makes it interesting. Detroit is transforming at an unfathomable rate. In many ways it’s going in two different directions. The city center is bustling and the neighborhoods are struggling. … More Looking Forward
We’re keeping busy over here. Life is good and in a world where life is hard, I don’t take anything for granted. So here’s a glimpse at our weekend adventures. Friday Danny and Lucas spent the day together and I invited my mom over for an occasion other than babysitting. Kat came over for our … More Life Lately
Social media can be exhausting but sometimes it can be inspiring too. My cousin Johannah shared this picture and it really brightened my spirits. A beautiful view of Detroit and a rare double rainbow during Pride Month – it’s hard not to feel hopeful when you see it. Since life has been too busy for … More Life Lately
Scaachi Koul is an every-woman version of Mindy Kaling and her memoir One Day We’ll All Be Dead and None of This Will Matter is as thought-provoking and entertaining as Kaling’s. Here are some highlights: On Being Brown The ceremony didn’t technically start until 6 p.m., Standard Brown Time, meaning it would actually start at seven … More One Day We’ll All Be Dead…
I’m a traditionalist and firmly believe we’re losing our humanity one app at a time. That said, I’m shamefully addicted and dependent on technology. Last night I laid in bed still wired from the cup of coffee I drank at 11pm for a final push in house work and work work tasks and fantasized of … More Fantasy Friday
I’ve been an admirer of Jane Fonda for decades. I literally carry around a list of my top ten favorite ladies (not relatives or friends) and she’s on the list. Grace & Frankie is currently one of my favorite shows but beyond that, On Golden Pond is a favorite movie, I have her work out … More ROC -in- Detroit with Jane Fonda
‘Co-parenting’ is often a phase associated with divorced or separated couples but I have no idea why. Aren’t all couples no matter their relationship status co-parenting? I know Danny and I are. We both bring unique talents and abilities to raising Lucas and it’s definitely a team effort. Danny leads the morning routine. I almost … More Co-parenting
“Apologize. Never say I’m sorry because you’re not sorry – you’re wonderful.” It was a passing comment made to me by an older woman at a public event after I accidentally bumped into her and immediately said, “I’m sorry.” Her comment has stuck with me for all these years and I almost never say “I’m … More I’m Not Sorry
It’s easy to criticize, it’s hard to change. As much as we may like it to be different, the only actions we can control are our own. Therefore, I decided that if I want the world to be a different place, I need to make sure my actions represent what I want to see in … More How we help the homeless
I spent years addicted to Perez Hilton and The Superficial but these day’s I’m too busy to return text messages from friends so it should go without saying my celebrity news is beyond out of date. I had NO IDEA George and Amal Clooney are expecting TWINS?! I heard it on the radio and thought it … More This is how it happens…
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