Show a Little Love for the Long, Cold Winter
The last few years, my husband and I have turned our focus from buying gifts to making gifts. We got to a point where wandering aimlessly through a store, searching for the “perfect” gift became daunting and un-enjoyable, not to mention a strain on our pocketbook. And most of the time we felt that what we chose was undeserving of its recipient. Now, around...
Continue ReadingBe Thankful for the Little Things
Is it just me or does everyone start to reflect on what they’ve accomplished for the year in November? I think I do this in month 11 because there’s still time to tick off a few of those lingering to-dos in month 12. I hope you’re less like me and have all of your to dos completed and you’re prepared to celebrate the holidays in style without worry...
Continue ReadingGood News November 2011
Creative Wellness Hosts Oncology Open House Creative Wellness, Michigan’s largest complementary health center, will host an Oncology Open House from 6-8 p.m. Friday, Nov. 4. Services for patients, survivor, caregivers or those interested in learning more will be explored Healthy foods and drinks will be served. Creative Wellness will award one lucky winner...
Continue ReadingFor Pete’s Take: Turkey Day Game Plan
Thanksgiving Day for me growing up in Michigan was all about tradition: lots of great food and the Detroit Lions on TV. Problem is, both traditions have a history of giving you indigestion or inducing a nap. That is until this year. The Lions Thanksgiving Day game against the Green Bay Packers could actually be significant compared to past years. This will...
Continue ReadingA Time to Celebrate and Give Thanks
Is it November already? Where has this year gone? I had such high hopes of things I intended to accomplish. I was able to check many of them off my list, but some will have to carry over to 2012. It wasn’t for a lack of desire or determination, but rather a lack of time. Despite my intentions of curbing my involvement in charitable and community causes,...
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With a Capital EM: Perspective Makes Being Thankful Easy
My siblings (Adam, Elaine & Tricia) and me in Mackinaw this fall. My grandma, the wisest woman I know, has always said that I have the ability to make lemonade out of lemons. I mean, what else are lemons good for? Actually, sometimes I like to squeeze them on baked whitefish (I mean YUM!) Or you know what else is great? A bowl of bright yellow lemons as...
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From Italy with Love
Coming from the art mecca of the world, it only makes sense that Mina Hall is a key player in the Lansing fine art scene. Hall was recently awarded the People’s Choice Award in Lansing Art Gallery’s City Streets exhibit for her painting titled “Enigma.” Her painting was among 80 others on display along Washington Square and Michigan Avenue. Her inspiration...
Continue ReadingDiapers & Deadlines: The Present of Being Present
If you didn’t know that about me, you do now. I take on projects when I shouldn’t and spend more time working than playing. I thought I’d get better when I became a mother, but I just “managed” my life in a way that enabled me to continue doing it. There’s another thing you should know about me: I love food. No really, I love, love, love food. So,...
Continue ReadingMy Community: Dino Dash
On Sunday, Oct. 2 an estimated 1,500 local residents gathered on MSU’s campus to participate in the 26th annual MSU Federal Credit Union Dinosaur Dash. The popular 5k race, which starts at the MSU Museum and lines the Red Cedar River, draws everyone from competitive runners to adult joggers and children. The event raised about $25,000, which will go toward...
Continue ReadingMy Community: Magic Johnson
Students at Everett High School got the surprise of a lifetime on Friday, Sept. 23. To celebrate the growth of Best Buy Mobile in the Lansing area, representatives were on hand Friday, Sept. 23 to present Everett principal Howard Cousins with a check to support the schools’ technology and education program. What followed was a surprise guest speaker –...
Continue ReadingMy Community: Oldtown Octoberfest
The 6th annual Old Town Oktoberfest was held Oct. 7–8. Visitors came from all over Mid–Michigan to enjoy authentic German food, live polka music and, of course, German–style beer. Proceeds from the two–day event will go toward revitalizing Lansing’s Old Town. [Show as slideshow] ...
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Diontrae Hayes: Stepping up in Style
Diontrae shows off her 10 Over the Next 10 award. November is the perfect month to begin decking ourselves and our homes as we prepare to celebrate in style. It’s also the time of year when family and friends gather to share traditions and make memories. As Diontrae Hayes prepares for the holiday season with loved ones, she reflects on all of the many things...
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