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Admit it: During your years of teenage angst—if you were lucky enough to have your mother in your life—you thought, "She just doesn't get it." Well, I'm here to tell you she did. And she does. This Mother's Day, give your Mom the ultimate gift: the chance for her to...
The third annual West Michigan Woman Brilliance Awards took place April 25 at the Amway Grand Plaza and celebrated trailblazers, innovators, mentors and more. Below we highlight the top honorees, including the 2019 Woman of the Year—Meredith Bronk, CEO &...
I have a personal mythology that I grew breasts overnight. It's most likely that it's just that: a myth. But—if you believe the words of the disproportionately male horn section of the middle school cadet band of my youth—something changed about me. And it changed...
The Loch Ness Monster, Bigfoot, Santa ... and wrinkles. Do any of these things actually exist? Legend has it, the Loch Ness Monster was first spotted in 565 A.D. Bigfoot's image has been captured on film multiple times. On Christmas Eve, children across the world hear...
I woke up New Year's Day with my head whirling. No, it wasn't the wine or that one extra Virtue Cider I had at the Downtown Ludington Ball Drop the night before. I was dizzied by possibilities for this next journey around the sun. I wouldn't just be entering my third...
February 1 marked the beginning of Black History Month. Each year, we set aside a few weeks to focus historical hindsight on the contributions Black Americans have made to this country—a time where we celebrate, uplift and educate. February is the month where I, as a...
Dear THAT DAD at School Drop-Off: Mornin'! Notice I didn't say "Good morning." I could tell it was an especially hard one for you, so didn't want to contribute to your elevating blood pressure. I hope by now you made it to work in time for your important meeting—the...
When you think of therapy animals, your mind probably defaults to an adorably fluffy golden retriever, or perhaps an auburn-colored horse with an exceptionally silky mane. But what about a therapy cat? Catch a glimpse how Lynn Hopkins and her therapy cat, Jack B....
2019 is the Year of Relationships. Consider this an official declaration. I am challenging all of you reading this to get involved in local organizations and associations and volunteer. Younger professionals, listen up: The network and connections you build now will...
In recent years, genetic testing has become easier, faster and more affordable—giving consumers an opportunity to have these tests delivered directly to their doorstep. Your reasons for getting tested could vary, from health-related testing to simple genealogical...