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I’m so grateful to live in a place where it feels like summer nine months of the year but there is something particularly special about the months of June, July and August that inspire people to get social. Summer is … Read more
Maria Altman spent sixty years overcoming the events that forced her to escape Vienna as a child, but when her sister passes away, Maria must face the demons that tore her family apart. Played by Helen Mirren, Maria’s struggle is the … Read more
You can tell summer is here by the contents of my freezer, cold is IN and anything “hot” is out. The kids feel the same way and we’ve been blowing through the ice pops at an incredible pace though I … Read more
In Northern Michigan, the Lumberman’s Monument is a park dedicated to the workers that provided back breaking labor in the early logging industry. Every time I visit the park, I feel a renewed sense of appreciation for the history of my home state. … Read more
It’s Summer! This time of year I seem to find any excuse to throw open the doors and spend an afternoon on the back lawn hanging out with friends and family. Summer seems to be the perfect excuse to have … Read more
Reading is the foundation of successful children. This means not just casual reading but continual growth through increased reading comprehension. A child’s reading skills affect performance in all other subjects, as well as progress through adulthood. Consider some of these … Read more
So it has begun…The Great Multi-Purpose Vehicle debate of 2015. Now, that I am part of my own family unit, including a dog, I have been forced to admit that I can no longer drive a standard car. I need … Read more
The Minions are back and this time in a feature length film of their own. Admittedly, I have never seen Despicable Me nor its sequel, however it comes as no surprise that these adorable, gibberish-speaking, pill-shaped creatures warranted a spin-off … Read more
Our family seems to be growing at an exponential rate and time spent with everyone together becomes increasingly rare and precious. Most years, our family reunions take place at a little cabin in the middle of nowhere. This year, we … Read more
Perhaps the hardest part of moving 1200 miles from the area I grew up in was leaving my family behind. Although I have been fortunate enough to make it back home often in the six months since I moved away, … Read more
In April we shared an article with 10 Proven Ways to Increase Your Internet Speed to help determine and troubleshoot slow internet woes. Because some of the items listed require a bit more tech savviness than some are used to, I’ll … Read more
Jamaica Weddings There are so many reasons to say “I Do” in Jamaica Mon! For the couple looking for a sunset wedding, I can’t think of a better location than the island of Jamaica. Known for its laid back and … Read more
We go to the gym to make ourselves feel and look better. While we might be feeling better on the inside and getting in shape on the outside we might not look that way! I like to say that if … Read more
One of the great parts of summer is being able to spend time with your family having fun outdoors. And though a camping trip may have the appeal of a wild adventure, the potential chaos is enough to drive any … Read more
The Lenovo Horizon 2s has given new meaning to the term “Family Computer”. This 2-in-1 Tabletop PC can be carried from room to room and used as a desktop or a tablet. With screen dimensions of 19.29 x 11.53 x 0.6 … Read more
On the surface the Jawbone UP2 and the Jawbone UP3 look pretty similar, with the Jawbone UP2 is a little smaller and lighter than the UP3. The next noticeable difference lies in the price tag with the Jawbone UP2 coming … Read more