Banishing the Bush: A Personal Journey

Banishing the Bush: A Personal Journey

Ah, summer: My favorite season since I was a kid! I love nothing more than heading to one of West Michigan’s beaches or drinking mojitos by the pool with a friend. But the one thing I don’t look forward to is the extra chore of mowing the lawn, trimming...
Move Over Hygge: Cwtch Is Here

Move Over Hygge: Cwtch Is Here

Though this Welsh word has no literal English translation, it describes a feeling we’re all familiar with—a cozy hug or cuddle. It also means a small cupboard or place to store things safely. So in other words, it’s a safe space in your home that gives you...
Gift Guide: Strong Female Characters Wanted

Gift Guide: Strong Female Characters Wanted

Books & Mortar gives West Michigan Woman readers a solid list of books to give for the holidays. Know what else sweetens the deal? Books are square, so they’re a cinch to wrap. Jenny Kinne, part-time employee-turned-owner, is operating her new business with...
The DNA of Wildly Successful People

The DNA of Wildly Successful People

Check out six traits that successful people have in common. What’s your definition of a successful person? Is it Bill Gates, Oprah Winfrey—maybe even your boss or favorite college professor? Everyone has a different view of success, from money and stardom to...
Give Back With These Cool Gifts for Kids

Give Back With These Cool Gifts for Kids

You may think you need to travel far and wide to find truly unique gifts for the younger loved ones in your life: such as a notebook that could easily be mistaken for a giant chocolate bar, a light-up basketball and more. It turns out gifts like these are nestled...