The case for the smaller birthday parties for kids and teens – Gone are my kids’ days of Chuck E Cheese-type birthday parties, I’m making a case for scaled-back
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Oakland County Moms founder Lisa LaGrou shares personal articles about Oakland County and Metro Detroit, MI news, parenting, and entertainment, kids, and life
Behind the Scenes of a Price is Right Taping
Have you ever wondered what happens behind the scenes on the Price is Right? My friend Eliot from high school won $59,187 in cash and prizes on the show a few years back.
Fall Chili Recipes from Celebrity Chef Jeffrey Saad
Fall Chili Recipes from Celebrity Chef Jeffrey Saad – I spoke to Cooking Channel Chef Jeffrey Saad some time ago about some tasty and creative ways to “spice up” seasonal chili recipes.
Michael Jackson’s Thriller Video Facts & Trivia
Michael Jackson’s Thriller Video Facts & Trivia – It’s Halloween season and inevitably a local high school theatre group, dance team, cheer team, or arts department will perform routines from Michael Jackson’s thriller video.
Sweetest Day Origins
Sweetest Day Origins – Sweetest Day 2024 is October 19 – For those of you who did not already know this, it is celebrated primarily in the Michigan Great Lakes region and parts of the Northeast United States.
Why I Love Fall in Michigan
Why I Love Fall in Michigan – list of nine reasons why “The Enchanted Mitten” is the best place in the world to be in the Fall / Autumn.
When Does the Fun End for Kids?
When Does the Fun End for Kids? When the fun of being a kid slowly melts into more responsibility in school, less fun on the playground, and more
Will and Trust Planning is Easier Than You Think
Will and Trust Planning – Yes, I am forty-something and, until recently, had not done a Will and Trust yet. Yes, I realize it’s something you should do the
Midlife Crisis Mom to Motorcycle Mama
Midlife Crisis Mom to Motorcycle Mama – Can a Mom have a midlife crisis? Or, is a midlife crisis “just for men”? I used to think of a midlife crisis
What Guinea Pig Noises Mean
What Guinea Pig Noises Mean – Understanding guinea pig noises. I was surprised to learn that guinea pigs have a wide array of noises and sounds they make to communicate. My daughter’s
