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It happens: A family member grows older, seemingly in an instant. You might notice that living at home and tending to everyday tasks has become inconvenient, difficult, or even impossible for him or her—and you realize it may be time for your loved one to consider an...
I grew up in a condo, in a land where the sidewalks were magically shoveled in the winter and our little patch of lawn was maintained by men who would show up like an army, unload equipment of all sorts from their trucks, and mow, weed whip, and blow errant clipped...
What better time to soak up the sun, listen to the splash of the waves, and watch the boats go by? Summertime in West Michigan is simply fabulous, and the following establishments are ideal places to enjoy a cocktail or meal on the deck. Bostwick Lake Inn |...
Whether you're flying and would rather not check a bag or headed to a destination where you'll be responsible for schlepping your bag from point A to point B, if you can fit everything you need into one manageable suitcase, it can make life a lot easier. It's...
No matter the season, Michigan's wineries provide a superb destination. This summer, why not couple the region's natural beauty with a sampling of the area's best vintages? NORTHWEST Black Star Farms: Renowned for its unique pear brandy in which the pear is grown...
We at Grand Rapids OB/GYN are thrilled to share the announcement made by the FDA on Tuesday, August 18, that the first medication for Female Hypoactive Sexual Desire Disorder (HSDD) has been approved! This medication has been a long time coming, having been sold by...
No matter where in West Michigan you're spending the Fourth of July, there are great events and fireworks! Happy "ooh-ing" and "aah-ing"! East Grand RapidsEast Grand Rapids' celebration starts with a parade at noon, followed by a party in John Collins Park on Reeds...
The undeniable goodness a little charring on the grill brings to even the most humble of hotdogs is one of the things that makes Fourth of July cookouts so tasty. This year, bring that goodness to all of the food groups, not just the meats! Grill your cheese. No, not...
This weekend, my 11-year-old son's baseball team won their final tournament of the season. The weather was beautiful, our hotel was great, and my son got a double and a made a nice catch in the outfield. It was one of those Michigan summer weekends that you just don't...
Remember when you were a teenager, and Seventeen and YM had all of those quizzes to help you figure out if your crush liked you—or if your best friend was a user? Are the myriad online quizzes purporting to rate your relationship the midlife equivalent? While taking...