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The Youth’s Revolution

The Youth’s Revolution

Teenagers spend hours on their phones, texting and taking selfies. They're selfish, ignorant and plain out lazy. Generation Z is composed of kids who just eat Tide pods for "likes" and vlog every aspect of their life. They're why the world is going to hell. That's a...

That F-Word in Your House

That F-Word in Your House

No. I'm not talking about that F-word. I'm referring to the latest craze in video gaming that in just a few months has created a full-on cult following—mainly of tween and teenage boys but also girls, moms and celebrities. Even my kids' teachers are playing it. It's...

The Answer to #MeToo is Education

The Answer to #MeToo is Education

Heartbreaking accounts of sexual harassment and sexual assault have been flooding social media news feeds for the past few weeks. Some of these accounts share details, but many more are simple declarations of a shared experience using the hashtag #MeToo. The sheer...

The Week of Self-Care

The Week of Self-Care

With self-care initiatives on the rise, it's the ideal time to live your best life and practice added care and concern for someone who greatly deserves it: YOU! There are so many fun and inventive ways to build yourself back up. MONDAY Because Mondays are the worst,...

Living a Happy Life, With a Happy Heart

Living a Happy Life, With a Happy Heart

Hurrying back to my dorm room, I was filled with excitement as I finally had time to relax and take a shower! (Life as a college student is hectic!) As I stepped into a hot shower, I suddenly became lightheaded and passed out. Aquinas College Campus safety officers...

#ForcedCoupleFun: Sushi Style!

#ForcedCoupleFun: Sushi Style!

Currently on Facebook, there are a lot of posts providing a series of questions to ask your kids or spouse about yourself. Asking these questions certainly provides insight on what they see in your daily activity. When I asked both boys, "What does Mommy say a lot?"...

The Leap of Faith

The Leap of Faith

What exciting and unique idea is burning in your mind? Is it an invention? Is it a way you can help others? Whatever you’re passionate about, you can make a difference in West Michigan. The vibrant business-sphere of West Michigan flows through every corner,...

5 Reasons to Stop by CityFlatsHotel This Month

5 Reasons to Stop by CityFlatsHotel This Month

When it comes to ideal spots to spend your time, you’re probably wondering, “Why would I want to hang out at a hotel?” CityFlatsHotel, in the heart of downtown Grand Rapids, isn’t just your everyday, hum-drum hotel. Locally owned and operated, the eco-friendly,...

The Devil in a White Coat

The Devil in a White Coat

24 January 2018 If there are two things that people should know about Michigan State Spartans, it is that we are extremely proud of our school—sometimes to a fault—and that whenever someone yells "Go green!" you can expect we will respond even louder with an...