A few weeks ago, my friend Jess invited me to participate in an Instagram Takeover for her blog The Creative Armory. She asked me if I could share three of my favorite Detroit murals with her followers. This topic was one that I had no problem contributing to because I love mural art, especially city… Read More Twenty of My Favorite Detroit Murals
Last week, I attended 313 in the D– Matrix Human Services’ annual summer fundraiser– and you guys…it was my first Detroit rooftop party! My friend Becky (co-founder and co-host of The D Brief) invited Travis and me to Matrix’s party. Most importantly, though, the event was all for a good cause: to support the Osborn… Read More 313 in the D Fundraiser & Matrix Human Services’ Surprise Spirit of Detroit Award
How has your summer been so far? Have you been on a vacation yet or to any exciting festivals this summer? We have been busy enjoying our summer as a family in Detroit and the metro area. There are so many family-friendly things to do in Detroit in the summer. It’s hard to pick just one… Read More A Few of Our Favorite Summer Things to Do in Detroit
A couple of weeks ago, a friend of mine said something to me that caused me to dig deep into my creative side as a blogger. We were at the Detroit Podcast Festival (DPF) mixer at Marble Bar and she mentioned how I am a storyteller because I am a blog writer. Of course, I’m… Read More What Makes You a Storyteller?
What are your Father’s Day plans this weekend? We’re thinking about attending at least one summer concert and cooking out at the house. One of our favorite things to do in the summer is we like to go to outdoor concerts in the city and at the lake. It’s perfect for us because 1) they’re… Read More 10 Summer Concerts for Father’s Day Weekend
Do you have a favorite spot in Detroit or the Metro area where you just like to chill? For me, I’m usually found at Eastern Market, but when I am in Downtown Detroit, I love to hang out at Campus Martius. Campus Martius is my favorite summertime chill spot because there is so much to… Read More My Favorite Summertime Chill Spot in Detroit
One of my new favorite spots in Downtown Detroit is The Belt. I’ve mentioned The Belt before in my previous post about my date night with Travis (hubby). The Belt is this cool, hip alleyway situated right next to the Z Parking Garage. The Z Lot is another cool city attraction, as it’s filled with beautiful… Read More ‘FAILE: Size of the Fight’ Art Exhibit Opening in Detroit
Summer nights are made for sitting outside and enjoying a refreshing drink under the stars. Or if you live in the city, summer nights are made for sitting outside and enjoying the city lights. When I lived in Tennessee, I used to love sitting outside on a summer night with my husband Travis and sip… Read More Date Night at The Skip (and Two Mocktail Recipes!)
When I first began my natural hair journey, it was in 2012. All throughout my teen years and in my 20s, I had always relaxed my hair. I finally stopped using a relaxer for my hair around the year 2006, and instead, I would straighten my hair with a flat iron. I never wore my… Read More We Rock Dope Hair: Naturally Flyy Detroit’s Celebration of Culture and Natural Beauty
Corktown – Detroit’s oldest neighborhood is in store for an exciting event this coming weekend (May 20, 2017)! Spring Into Corktown is a new event created by Erin Gavle, owner of Eldorado General Store and founder of Spring into Corktown, which celebrates community and welcomes the spring season. Today we’re sharing a mini-interview with Erin to… Read More Interview with Erin Gavle – Founder of Spring Into Corktown
Mother’s Day weekend was a beautiful weekend to spend time out in Downtown Detroit. Detroit was buzzing with so many Detroiters and visitors walking around in the city and enjoying all the downtown area had to offer. I haven’t seen such excitement in the city in so many months. The previous winter was cold, snowy,… Read More The 3rd Annual Red Bull Hart Lines Skateboarding Competition
I attended my first Slow Roll Detroit event. I didn’t participate in it, though, because of my pregnancy. But I did enjoy watching the bikers on Opening Day! Thousands of Detroiters and people across the metro area sign up every year to participate in the famous city bike ride. According to Slow Roll’s official website,… Read More Slow Roll Detroit Opening Day 2017