Are Dads More Involved in Parenting Today? – I notice a lot more dads at their kids’ school socials and sporting events, far more than I can recall when
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Parenting Safe Words Help Teens Combat Peer Pressure
Do you have a safe word? I’m not talking about 50 Shades of Grey, I’m talking about parenting teens! Having parenting safe words or secret code only you
What I Would Tell My Younger Self
What I Would Tell My Younger Self – Watching my kids go through certain awkward times of their lives, I sometimes wonder what I would tell my younger
The Joys of Having Independent Children
The Joys of Having Independent Children – Ahhh the sweet taste of freedom. Years ago my sister sat me down and said “You have no idea, it’s like getting
Antiques Appraisal Advice
Antiques Appraisal Advice – How Much is the Stuff in Your Basement Worth? – I interviewed antique appraisal expert Patrick van der Vorst, founder
Should Stores Open on Thanksgiving?
Should Stores Open on Thanksgiving? Freedom of choice, I guess. Obviously there is a market for people that want to break away from their feasts to
RIP John Kosmal :(
If you’re a longtime follower of OCM, you may recall our Annual Michigan Pinball Expo contests where we gave away passes to the MI Pinball Expo – an event held at Oakland University
Essential Oils Tips for Beginners
Essential oils tips for beginners – About essential oils whether using them with a diffuser or topically. My introduction to essential oils and how to start
It’s Time to Update Colon Cancer Screening Guidelines
The loss of Chadwick Boseman and the loss of beloved Detroit radio personality Jamie Samuelsen need to serve as reminders that more can be done to influence men and women to get screened for colorectal cancer earlier than age 50.
Makeover Tips for Moms
Makeover Tips for Moms – I love watching makeover shows on TV. Julie Maeder of New Leaf Image Consulting provides us with some great fashion,
