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Helicopter Moms Get A Bad Rap

What Does the Term Helicopter Moms Mean to You? The term “helicopter moms” or “helicopter parent” is strange to me. I’ve never been called one (at least

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Summer Brain Drain Tips / How to Avoid The Academic Summer Slide

Summer Brain Drain Tips

Summer Brain Drain Tips for Parents – Tips to avoid the “academic summer slide” & “summer brain drain” with Lisa LaGrou of Oakland County Moms and

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Detroit Lions Youth Football Camp Review

Detroit Lions Youth Football Camp Review

Detroit Lions Youth Football Camp Review – lessons learned for kids AND parents extend way beyond the football field. When my son was 7, I won a chance for my son to participate in a Detroit Lions Youth Football Camp in Lake Orion.

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My Mom is My Google

My Mom is My Google, A Mother’s Day tribute to my mom – My mother never ceases to amaze me. Whenever I have a question about something, I give

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Waterford Oaks Wave Pool / Waterford Oaks Waterpark / The Uncertain Future of Waterford Oaks

The Uncertain Future of Waterford Oaks Wave Pool

Waterford Oaks Wave Pool won’t open for 2025 and we’ve got ideas for the future of Waterford Oaks Wave Pool / Waterford Oaks Waterpark PLUS some old-school Waterford Oaks pics & memories. Oakland County Parks wants to know your thoughts too. Fill out the survey on how you think Waterford Oaks should be used for the future.

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Fun Girls Night Out Ideas / Ladies Night Out Fun Things To Do

Fun Girls Night Out Ideas

Fun Girls Night Out Ideas – Fun Girls Night Out / Ladies Night Out ideas and places to go! Plan a moms night out with your friends with these suggestions.

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