I don’t know what it is but I lose motivation to cook in the summer. Perhaps it’s the heat but for whatever reason coming up with original meals is an uphill battle. While most people will begrudge me the thought, I can’t wait until the fall. Even if it means shorter days, I’ll glady take crisp … More August Meals
I’ve been blessed to know almost exclusively great people in my life – like really. Sure, there have been some pills but most the time I’m surrounded by sweet and thoughtful peeps. Take this brownie recipe for example. Napapond is a college friend I haven’t seen in years but she knows I love Katharine Hepburn … More Happy Friday
Michigan v. Michigan State, city v. suburbs, Detroit v. Everybody. There are plenty of local rivalries and one for the list is definitely American v. Lafayette. I hear coney island diners are a southeast Michigan thing. These small – generally family owned – diners all have similar menus: loads of cheap breakfast foods, salads and … More American v. Lafayette
Danny comes from a BIG family. He’s the youngest of seven and has 14 nieces and nephews. When I joined the party six years ago there were 10 and the youngest were a group was five year olds. I was born before most people in my family were married and can appreciate how awkward it can … More Tour DeTroit
As an avid reader and book lover (book-book NOT ebook), I immediately feel at home when I walk into a library. Truthfully, the Livonia library was my second home for a long time since I worked there during my most formative years in high school and college. It’s also where I met my lovely hubby. … More Detroit Inspired
Innovation abounds in Detroit and it’s latest iteration is on display in North Corktown. These lovely lofts are made from shipping containers! I’m all for green designs and using what you have but I’m curious about how climate control works in these units. Regardless, they look cool and make me want to read the Boxcar Children again. … More Happy Friday!
Summer is full of gatherings and celebrations. Dessert is often one of the easier dishes to bring. Here are a few recipes that are perfect for the season. I’ve made a few of them before and the lemon crinkle cookies are one of my all-time favorite desserts. Banana Split Parfait Lemon Crinkle Cookie Lemon Icebox Pie … More July Desserts
For six years I have wanted to visit Traverse City and this year I finally made it. This tourism hub deserves its reputation. The shoreline is beautiful beaches and I will never forgive myself not packing smarter. I wore skinny jeans of all things and while I wasn’t particularly hot during the day, I forfeited my chance … More Snapshot Michigan: Traverse City
My faith in the future of humanity and this planet rest heavily on the incredible entrepreneurs of my generation. Throughout the city and across the country I see young people not only identifying and filling needs of the community but providing for these needs in a just way that benefits more than their bottom line. … More Better Life Bags
If you haven’t already seen it, you must check out Stephen Colbert hosting the public access show, Only In Monroe. It is 41 minutes of awkward hilarity with special guest Marshall Mather aka Eminem. This special feature is part of the lead to Stephen taking over the Late Show in the fall and it definitely … More Happy Friday!
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