It’s no secret that Eastern Market is my Detroit go-to recommendation and travel destination for visitors to the city. Whenever I want to dispel preconceived notions about Detroit, I always make plans for a Saturday morning. The sight of hundreds of people of all ages and backgrounds, fresh flowers and produce, food trucks and street … More The Eastern Market District
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
Our big household projects are nearly complete – like this week complete! It’s such a relief and honestly I’ll be content with the state of the house; however, a girl can dream! There are a few decor items that I’d like to finish out the space and with the pallet wall finally being finished a … More Reading Nook
Caitlyn tops the list of the coolest people I’ve ever met. She is conscientious, creative, adventurous, compassionate, intelligent and graceful. A Milwaukee native, Caitlyn moved to Detroit for graduate school, where she studied social work at the University of Michigan. She worked on a community project at Creekside Community Development Corporation on Detroit’s east side … More Life in Detroit: Caitlyn Pisarski
Books are a central part of my life and my identity. Growing up I wouldn’t go anywhere without a book. My favorite part of going to the mall was the clearance Babysitter Club books at JCPenny. My first job was at the local library and it’s where I met Danny. I’ve written stories for as … More Books
Life is in top gear these days. We are moving full (time working and parenting) speed ahead with the kitchen and should be completely done by next week! Lucas’ first ear infection has slowed us down a little this week but thankfully he’s in good spirits and on the mend! Collins and Murkowski are prime … More Fast Four
Danny is always looking for a reason to get a party bus and my impending 30th birthday has been his latest sales pitch. Not overly enthused by the milestone, I’ve been resistant; however, a recent Facebook memory has warmed me up to the idea. I’ve never been a party girl but Cara’s bachelorette party is … More 5 Reasons to get the Party Bus
We often have dinner guests during the week and between work and daycare pick up it can be a challenge. I’ve had to accept that are meals aren’t as elaborate as they used to be but I like them at least look elaborate. This four ingredient meal doesn’t take a lot of work, costs less … More 4 Ingredient Dinner for Four
It’s been a busy week so I can think of no better way to kick-off the weekend than with girl power inspiration and coffee! Rocky Coronado moved her business – Rocky’s Road Brew – from her hometown Austin, Texas to Southwest Detroit this year after only a handful of visits and no family ties. In … More Coffee Talk
Today was a hard day to be an adult but I’d live it over a thousand times because it was the best day to be a mom. Lucas is amazing and he blew me away constantly. He’s so smart, sweet and funny – I don’t know how I got so lucky. Lucas gave the BEST … More Moments
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