Sweetest Day Origins – Sweetest Day 2026 is October 17 – 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.
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Oakland County Moms full listing of summer events.
The Mysteries of Parenting
The Mysteries of Parenting – from toilet paper rolls to bad pizza. I’ll just never figure out some aspects of parenting that continue to effect the lives of
Oakland County Moms full listing of summer events.
Cedar Point Rides Graveyard
Cedar Point Rides Graveyard / Cedar Point Closed Rides Tribute review & pics – As I head to Cedar Point for the umpteenth time for HalloWeekends, I wanted to pay tribute to the Cedar Point Closed Rides that
Oakland County Moms full listing of summer events.
How Parenting Has Changed
How Parenting Has Changed – I thought my memories of being a teenager and parenting issues my parents faced would be a teaching asset once my kids reached their pre-teens / teen years – WRONG!
Oakland County Moms full listing of summer events.
An Open Letter to Trader Joe’s
My open letter to Trader Joe’s – Dear Trader Joe’s, stop taking my favorite products away! When I first met you many years ago, it was love at first sight. I thank you for all my favorite products that I can’t find anywhere else.
Oakland County Moms full listing of summer events.
Summer Fun Things To Do
Summer Fun Things To Do – local summer ideas and fun things to do with kids that are sometimes educational, very affordable, and always FUN. Are you ready for what to do when school is out
Oakland County Moms full listing of summer events.
Standing Up to Bullies
Standing Up to Bullies – As kids interact, we teach them to use their words. When toddlers play and they get frustrated, we explain to them they need to
Oakland County Moms full listing of summer events.
Keeping Kids Active During Summer Months
Keeping Kids Active During Summer Months – Why parents can’t compete with schools and free summer fun ideas to keep the kids active during summer vacation.
Oakland County Moms full listing of summer events.
A Non Traditional Father’s Day Tribute
A non traditional Father’s Day tribute to honor father figures. Father’s Day is quickly becoming one of my favorite holidays. For much of my life,
Oakland County Moms full listing of summer events.
Are School Graduations Going Overboard?
Are School Graduations Going Overboard? Pre-school graduation, Kindergarten graduation, 8th grade graduation? High-cost parties & ceremonies. Where do we draw the line?