Category: FEATURE STORY

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10 Most Anticipated African American Books to Add to Your 2021 Reading List

January 14, 2021

ON TODAY’S POST: The most anticipated African American Books 2021 Book List recommended by the Detroit Public Library. Add these great forthcoming books to read by Black writers to your 2021 reading list! What books are on your 2021 reading list right now? Last year, I set a reading goal for myself to read twenty… Read More 10 Most Anticipated African American Books to Add to Your 2021 Reading List

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Happy Holidays!

December 26, 2020

Merry Christmas and Happy Kwanzaa! I hope you are having a blessed and peaceful holiday so far. Do you have anything special planned for the next few days? We’re going to tune into The Wright’s Kwanzaa festivities over the next few days. Each day during Kwanzaa, The Wright will stream a special program at 7… Read More Happy Holidays!

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Bleed Collection Founder Gary Pearson on Sharing Detroit Love and Positivity

December 23, 2020

I recently discovered a new Detroit street fashion brand called the Bleed Collection. Have you heard of it yet? The Bleed Collection features a “Bleed Detroit” line that shows love for Detroit. A couple of weeks ago, I had the opportunity to talk to Bleed Collection’s founder Gary Pearson and learn more about his streetwear… Read More Bleed Collection Founder Gary Pearson on Sharing Detroit Love and Positivity

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Happy Friday!

December 18, 2020

How was your week? This week has been pretty busy with us getting ready for Christmas. I can’t believe it’s next week! Have you finished your holiday shopping yet? If you’re still looking for last-minute gift ideas, here’s my “Favorite Detroit Things List” that I shared last night. It features sixteen Detroit small businesses I… Read More Happy Friday!

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Family Fun at Light Up Beacon Park Detroit Holiday Lights Event

December 16, 2020

Have you gone to see any holiday light displays yet? So far, we’ve been to two holiday light events in the metro area: the Big, Bright Light Show in Downtown Rochester and Light Up Beacon Park in Downtown Detroit. The kids loved both events! The Beacon Park Christmas lights were their favorite event because they… Read More Family Fun at Light Up Beacon Park Detroit Holiday Lights Event

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Eastern Market Holiday Market is the Perfect Place to Find Unique, Michigan-Made Gifts

December 15, 2020

One of my favorite holiday traditions in Detroit is shopping at the Eastern Market Holiday Market. I remember our first time visiting the Holiday Market in 2015. It was our first year living in Michigan and Travis and I signed up for the Feet on the Street Holiday Market Tour in Eastern Market. (That was… Read More Eastern Market Holiday Market is the Perfect Place to Find Unique, Michigan-Made Gifts

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Find Last-Minute Holiday Gift Ideas at Great Lakes Crossing Outlets

December 11, 2020

Today’s post is sponsored by Great Lakes Crossing Outlets. As a spokesperson for Great Lakes Crossing Outlets, I’m excited to share with you our holiday gift shopping experience! All opinions are my own and you can read Good Life Detroit’s disclaimer policy here. If you’re looking for last-minute holiday gift ideas, then Great Lakes Crossing… Read More Find Last-Minute Holiday Gift Ideas at Great Lakes Crossing Outlets

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Happy Friday!

December 4, 2020

How was your week? We had a busy week with getting our minivan fixed (so many unfortunate events happened with our old van), visiting Santa George at Great Lakes Crossing Outlets (so fun!), and working on homeschool lessons. I also had the opportunity to participate in a Giving Tuesday fundraiser event, which I detail down… Read More Happy Friday!

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Our Christmas Photos with Santa George at Great Lakes Crossing Outlets

December 3, 2020

Today’s post is sponsored by Great Lakes Crossing Outlets and Twelve Oaks Mall. I am excited to share with you our visit with Santa George at the Great Lakes Crossing Outlets in Auburn Hills, Michigan. Keep reading for more details on how to make a reservation at the Twelve Oaks Mall in Novi, Michigan! I… Read More Our Christmas Photos with Santa George at Great Lakes Crossing Outlets

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Book Your Reservation Now for Holiday Pictures with Santa George!

November 28, 2020

Happy Holidays, friends! If you’re looking for a Santa Claus mall visit in Metro Detroit, then search no further. I’ve got all of the details you need for booking your reservation with Santa George at Great Lakes Crossing Outlets and Twelve Oaks Mall. Today’s post is sponsored by Great Lakes Crossing Outlets and Twelve Oaks… Read More Book Your Reservation Now for Holiday Pictures with Santa George!

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New Elton Monroy Duran Mural Honors Southwest Detroit’s Community and Rich History

November 25, 2020

One of the many things I love about Detroit is its mural art. You can find so many beautiful murals throughout the city that share a story about a memorable person, a neighborhood’s rich culture, or raising awareness on an important issue. Yesterday, Detroit artist Elton Monroy Duran unveiled his new mural in Southwest Detroit.… Read More New Elton Monroy Duran Mural Honors Southwest Detroit’s Community and Rich History