Have a Safe and Celebratory Fourth of July!

Have a Safe and Celebratory Fourth of July!

To commemorate the Fourth of July, families, friends, and neighbors will come together to celebrate over patriotic displays of fireworks. While many know the potential dangers of fireworks, it’s easy to overlook safety measures when you’re busy having fun....
Summer: Let Them Be Free

Summer: Let Them Be Free

Summer has arrived! No more lunches to pack, kids to rush out the door, homework to tackle, and general school shenanigans to maintain. But even with all the wonderful aspects of summer, I’m still not sure whether to dance a jig, or pour more vodka into my...
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...